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The Chicago Bears are, at this moment, tied for the NFC North lead with a 5-1 record (4-2 against the points). And they can inch ahead of the Green Bay Packers with a victory in ESPN's Monday Night Football matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Game time for this encounter is 8:15 PM ET at SoFi Stadium, the Rams' new palace that is still not accommodating any fans.

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When you look at this game, you have to consider whether making Nick Foles the starting quarterback has been a real spark for the Bears. It really seems as though while we know what he has been capable of in the past, there is nothing particularly explosive in what he's been doing.

Foles' average yards per attempt is negligible at 5.8, and the Bears have not been able to get a lot of mileage even out of their completions, as Foles' receivers have averaged 3.6 yards after the catch. That is the worst mark in the NFL.

Jimmie Graham has four touchdown receptions, but Allen Robinson is by far the top target (40 catches, 474 yards). But the weapons are few and far between. The injured Tarik Cohen is a notable absence, which is why the Bears were said to be interested in Le'Veon Bell.

In the Monday Night Football odds posted on this game at <a href="http://bangthebook.com/s/bas"><strong>BetAnySports</strong></a>, the Rams are favored at home:

<strong>Los Angeles Rams -6</strong>
<strong>Chicago Bears +6</strong>

<strong>Over 44.5 points -110</strong>
<strong>Under 44.5 points -110</strong>

The best unit on the field in this one is most probably the Chicago defense. They are atop the NFL in a number of different categories, including: completion percentage allowed (57%), touchdowns allowed per drive, TD percentage in the red zone (36.4%). They created a real nightmare for Carolina's Teddy Bridgewater a couple of weeks ago, picking him off twice, sacking him four times, and limiting him to 16 completions and a 50.4 QB rating.

Over the last couple of seasons the Bears have kept the Rams' defense very much off-balance, especially QB Jared Goff. In 2018 the Rams came into their game with the Bears averaging 34.9 points a game and were muffled, compiling just 214 yards and intercepting Goff four times. Todd Gurley was held to 28 rushing yards and Chicago won 15-6. Eddie Goldman was a dominant figure in that game, but he's not available to the Bears because he opted out of the season.

Gurley came back last year and had a strong game, with 133 yards from scrimmage. The Rams were unable to move smoothly through the air again, with Goff going just 11 for 18 for 173 yards. So it is safe to say that Chicago, whether they were working either Vic Fangio or Chuck Pagano's scheme, has what it takes to upset what coach Sean McVay wants to do, which is to use play action. Goff has thrown off play action on 45% of his pass attempts, so they like to do this extensively.

Let's not lose sight of the fact that the Rams have done a heck of a job on defense thus far. They've only allowed 5.9 yards per pass, and with Jalen Ramsey, they have a shutdown corner. The Rams are fifth best in the NFL in terms of yards allowed per drive. And they have forced their opponents to punt 44% of the time, and that's best in the league. By the way, Chicago punts on 42.6% of its drives.

I just don't know if there is any reason to believe that this game is going to produce a lot of points. So the most judicious move would be to go UNDER the total.

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<p>Planning on watching today's Red Flash and Hoyas game? Catch the action at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC, as the Hoyas hosts this showdown at 12:00 ET on FS2. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 144.5 points, and Georgetown is favored by -19.5 at home against Saint Francis U.</p><h3>SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH VS GEORGETOWN HOYAS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Saint Francis U Red Flash +19.5</p><p>This game will be played at Capital One Arena at 12:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE SAINT FRANCIS U RED FLASH:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-68 in favor of the Hoyas.</li><li>Even though we have Georgetown winning straight-up, we like Saint Francis U at +19.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 144.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Saint Francis U Come Through as Road Underdogs?</h3><h3>Saint Francis U Red Flash Recent Game/Games</h3>

<p>Saint Francis U fell to Mount St. Mary's 66-58 on Saturday, November 16th. The Red Flash were +7.5 point underdogs going into the game and didn’t cover the spread. The total score of 124 points fell short of the 141.5-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 31-28 at halftime, Saint Francis U scored 30 points in the 2nd half but allowed 35 points to the Mountaineers, leading to the loss.</p><p>Saint Francis U struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 36.1% from the field and hitting only 20% of their three-point attempts (6/30). Their effective field goal percentage was 41%, though they did connect on 51.6% of their two-point shots (16/31).</p> <p>At the free-throw line, the Red Flash were efficient, making 8 of 9 attempts (88.9%). Bobby Rosenberger III led the team with 14 points, while Terrell Ard Jr. and Dallas Hobbs each added 12 points, with Hobbs also contributing 5 assists.</p><p>Saint Francis U held their opponent to 66 points, with the Red Flash giving up 41% shooting from the field (23/56). They allowed 54% shooting on two-pointers, with the other team hitting 18 of 33 attempts.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Saint Francis U limited their opponent to just 5 made threes on 23 attempts, a 21% shooting performance. The Red Flash also sent the other team to the line 20 times, where they made 15 free throws (75%). Saint Francis U allowed 12 offensive rebounds in the game.</p><h3>Will Georgetown Secure A Victory as Home Favorites?</h3><h3>Georgetown Hoyas Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgetown picked up a 79-51 win over Mount St. Mary’s on Wednesday, November 20th. The Hoyas were -14.5 favorites going into the game and covered the spread with the victory.</p> 

<p>Georgetown led 35-22 at halftime and added 44 points in the 2nd half while allowing 29. The combined points for the game were 130, falling under the O/U line of 142.5.</p><p>Georgetown put up 79 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.7%. They hit 59.1% of their two-point attempts, but struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 30% of their threes (6/20).</p> <p>The Hoyas dished out 17 assists and grabbed 12 offensive rebounds. Jayden Epps led the way with 19 points, hitting 3 of 7 from deep, while Thomas Sorber added 14 points and 12 rebounds, shooting 70% from the floor.</p><p>Despite allowing 51 points, Georgetown's defense struggled, giving up a 50% shooting performance from the field. The Hoyas allowed 32 made field goals on 64 attempts.</p> <p>Georgetown's defense gave up 26 two-point baskets on 44 attempts, with the opposing team shooting 59% from inside the arc. From three-point range, the Hoyas allowed 6 made threes on 20 attempts, a 30% shooting rate.</p>

Saint Francis U Red Flash vs Georgetown Hoyas NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>The high-quality racing action continues at <a href="https://www.keeneland.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Keeneland</a> this weekend, as the G3 Bewitch Stakes is set to take place. This race will see a field of fillies and mares compete over a distance of 1 ½ miles on the turf, with a purse of $300,000 up for grabs. A familiar name will be at the top of the betting, as War Like Goddess chases a historic fourth straight victory in the race.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-race-information-amp-history">Race Information &amp; History</h2>



<p>The G3 Bewitch Stakes has been staged at Keeneland annually since 1962, with a field of fillies and mares competing over a distance of 1 ½ miles for a share of the $300,000 purse. This Grade Three has produced some historic moments throughout history, with another of fillies running in the race prior to competing in the Kentucky Oaks throughout its early history.</p>



<p>However, it has been run on the turf since 1985, and the distance was also increased to its current trip in 1995. William Mott has been the dominant trainer in the Bewitch, landing six victories between 1984 and 2023. Three of his wins have come with War Like Goddess, who is already the most successful runner in the history of the race. The seven-year-old is chasing a fourth straight victory in the Bewitch on Friday.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-leading-contenders">Leading Contenders</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-war-like-goddess">War Like Goddess</h3>



<p>It would be challenging to start anywhere else when considering the leading contenders this weekend than the three-time defending champion in the Bewitch. War Like Goddess has been an excellent runner for connections throughout her career, scoring victories in eleven of her 18 career starts.</p>



<p>In fact, she has only finished outside of the top three on just three appearances. The seven-year-old will be making her seasonal reappearance once again in the Bewitch this weekend after finishing seventh in the G1 Breeders’ Cup Turf last year. But, her form in the book remains high quality after scoring in the G1 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic last season.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-vergara">Vergara</h3>



<p>Vergara will represent the Graham Motion yard in the Bewitch this weekend. The five-year-old has won four from her 15 career starts, but she looked largely progressive throughout last year. But, she is yet to make her presence felt in graded company.</p>



<p>She was only third in the G3 Long Island Stakes on her final start last season, while she was also well back in the field in both the G3 Rood and Riddle Dowager Stakes and G2 Glens Falls Stakes. Her only success last season was scored in the G3 Ladies Marathon Stakes, and a massive improvement on that form is required to challenge War Like Goddess on Friday.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-lovely-princess">Lovely Princess</h3>



<p>Lovely Princess could be one of the most interesting contenders in the field this weekend for trainer Kenneth McPeek. The five-year-old has won four from 15 career starts to date, but she comes into this weekend with a run under her belt this season after finishing third in the Marie G. Krantz Memorial Stakes at Fair Grounds.</p>



<p>She will need to come on plenty from that run to feature in this race on Friday, but she does have bits of Keeneland form that make her appealing. That includes a success in an allowance race last April, but she was firmly put in her place when only fourth in the G3 Rood and Riddle Dowager Stakes in October.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-bewitch-stakes-prediction">Bewitch Stakes Prediction</h2>



<p>War Like Goddess is clearly the classiest runner in this field, and she will be incredibly hard to beat based on her high-quality form. Chop Chop could be an interesting selection in Exactas, having won once from three already this season, which includes a very eye-catching speed figure when scoring in the Wintergreen Stakes at Turfway Park.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: War Like Goddess</strong></p>



<p><strong>Exacta: War Like Goddess/Chop Chop</strong></p>

Keeneland- G3 Bewitch Stakes Preview &amp; Prediction

Here is a look at Thursday Night Football in the NFL, which can be seen on Fox as well as Amazon Prime Video (if you are a subscriber):
<h3><strong>ATLANTA FALCONS at CAROLINA PANTHERS, 8:20 PM ET (Fox)</strong></h3>
<h4><strong><a href="http://bangthebook.com/sportsbooks/betanysports">BetAnySports </a>Thursday Night Football Line: Panthers -2.5 (-1150, Falcons +2.;5 (-105)</strong></h4>
<h4><strong>Total: 51 points</strong></h4>
As the Atlanta Falcons continue along with this comic, tragic season of theirs, one can't help but take note of a few things.

One of them, it seems obvious by now, is that since-fired coach Dan Quinn was not necessarily the source for the stumbling and fumbling that has led to a 1-6 record. Last week they demonstrated that they not only can't win for losing, they can't win for winning either.

Todd Gurley scored a touchdown that was, as it turns out, an accident, because he left too much time on the clock for Matthew Stafford and the Lions to come back.

Of course, Stafford put together a drive without any timeouts and took it all the way down the field. The Falcons, we suppose, were disheartened by Gurley's gaffe, which was kind of dubious and self-defeating.

In the press conference after the game, Morris, who was the defensive coordinator before taking the interim job, made sure to mention that players were asked not to go into the end zone. Naturally, all of this assumes Atlanta would be able to kick a field goal at the end, and perhaps, considering the circumstances, such an assumption had no business being made.

But I'm frankly a little stunned that Morris, who has indicated that he is, in effect, more or less in an extended interview for the "permanent" job, wouldn't have said something like "We're going to score when we have the opportunity, and I'm going to have confidence in this defensive unit that I have built to stop a team on the final drive."

THAT may have scored some points with owner Arthur Blank. But instead, Morris went scoreless there.

Oh, he DID say that he wanted his team to impose its will on opponents, which is kind of ironic since it appears that the will of fate has so cruelly worked so assiduously against them. And now there are rumors flying around that various Falcon players might be available via trade, including Matt Ryan and Julio Jones.

When he was asked whether Morris is a serious candidate to retain the coaching position beyond this season, Blank said yes, if he went 11-0. I thought that to be a little bizarre, but there is something about the tone of that statement - that he would be looking to affect a big splash when he makes his ultimate coaching hire.

So it is not surprising, as we approach Thursday night's game, that it has been suggested that when the Falcons take the field, they may be doing so against their eventual head coach.

Hiring Joe Brady would constitute a "big splash." He is 31 years old and has risen up the coaching ladder very quickly; so quickly, in fact, that he is an offensive coordinator in the NFL without ever officially having a position like that even in the college ranks. But of course, we know that he was the driving force behind LSU winning a national title and Joe Burrow winning a Heisman Trophy.

As he is now running the Carolina Panthers offense, he has helped this team become much more competitive than anybody wanted to give them credit for. Teddy Bridgewater, who worked with Brady in New Orleans, is currently fifth in the NFL in passing yards and has registered 72% completions.

As we were writing this, there was the possibility that Christian McCaffrey might play. He is off injured reserve after sitting with a high ankle sprain. We're not sure his presence in the lineup right now wouldn't upset what Brady has established, at least right away.

If you put these defenses together, they are yielding over 70% completions. There are capable running backs who complement the passing game, which takes up around 60% of the plays. And with capable offensive coordinators, those passing games work (example - Matt Ryan leads the NFL in passing yardage). And as you've read, Morris doesn't have any real faith in his stop unit.

Yes, either side could win. But we feel safest going <strong>OVER the total of 51 points</strong>.

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NFL Expert Picks - Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers Week 8 October 29, 2020

<p>Planning on watching today's Bearcats and Yellow Jackets game? Catch the action at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA, as the Yellow Jackets hosts this showdown at 2:00 ET on ACC. Cincinnati is favored by -8 in this non-conference showdown. The game's over/under is currently at 150 points.</p><h3>CINCINNATI BEARCATS VS GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets +8</p><p>This game will be played at McCamish Pavilion at 2:00 ET on Saturday, November 23rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE GEORGIA TECH YELLOW JACKETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-69 in favor of the Yellow Jackets.</li><li>Not only will Georgia Tech pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +8.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 150 points, and we like the under with a projected 144 points.</li></ul><h3>Is a Road Win Possible for the Bearcats?</h3><p>Cincinnati improved to 4-0 on the season with a 76-60 road win over Northern Kentucky on Tuesday. The Bearcats, who were -14 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.</p> <p>Leading 32-28 at halftime, Cincinnati pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring the Norse 44-32. The game’s total points of 136 fell just under the O/U line of 138.</p><p>Cincinnati's offense was clicking in their last game, shooting 53.4% from the field and hitting 50% of their threes (11/22). Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 62.1%, and they finished with 19 assists.</p> <p>Simas Lukosius led the way, hitting 6 of 9 shots from deep, while Sam Vinson added 16 points. Dillon Mitchell also shot 6 of 9, contributing 12 points and 6 rebounds.</p><p>Despite giving up 15 offensive rebounds, Cincinnati's defense held their opponent to 60 points on 42% shooting from the field. They allowed 22 made two-point shots on 47 attempts, a 46% conversion rate.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Cincinnati limited their opponent to just 4 made threes on 14 attempts, holding them to 28% shooting. They also sent them to the free-throw line 8 times, where they made 4, shooting 50%.</p><h3>Do the Yellow Jackets Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><h3>Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Recent Game/Games</h3> 

<p>Georgia Tech dropped their recent game against Georgia, falling 77-69 at home on Friday. Entering as +2 point underdogs, the Yellow Jackets not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 146, which was under the 155.5-point O/U line.</p> 

<p>After trailing 27-19 at halftime, Georgia Tech's offense came alive in the 2nd half, scoring 50 points. However, they also allowed 50 points in the 2nd half, preventing a comeback.</p><p>Georgia Tech's offense struggled in their last game, shooting just 36.5% from the field and 26.1% from beyond the arc, finishing with an effective field goal percentage of 41.3%. They managed to score 69 points, with Lance Terry leading the way, shooting 63.6% from the field and hitting 2 of 5 from deep.</p> <p>Silas Demary Jr. also had a strong performance, shooting 60% overall and grabbing 7 rebounds. The Yellow Jackets connected on 77.3% of their free throws, while recording 10 offensive rebounds and 11 assists as a team.</p><p>Georgia Tech's defense held their opponent to 77 points, despite giving up 17 free throws. They allowed 23 field goals on 63 attempts, for a 36% shooting percentage.</p> <p>From beyond the arc, Georgia Tech limited their opponent to 6 threes on 23 attempts, a 26% shooting rate. They also gave up 10 offensive rebounds.</p>

Cincinnati Bearcats vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 11/23/24

<p>There will be interesting <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/horse-racing/">horse racing</a> action at Oaklawn Park this weekend, as Grade 2 action for the fillies and mares headlines the card in Arkansas. This race has been staged since 1987, and a talented field of eight runners will go to post to compete over 1 1/16 miles for a share of the $400,000 purse on Saturday.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-race-history-amp-records">Race History &amp; Records</h2>



<p>The Azeri Stakes has been staged annually since 1987, but it was previously known as the Oaklawn Budweiser Breeders’ Cup Handicap. It is run over a distance of 1 1/16 miles on the dirt, with fillies and mares aged four and older able to compete. It was upgraded to be a Grade 3 contest in 1990, before it was given Grade 2 status for the 2014 edition.&nbsp;</p>



<p>There have been some notable winners of the race throughout history, including Havre De Grace, who would later land the G1 Woodward Stakes, and Midnight Bisou, who was later named the US Champion Older Female Horse.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-leading-contenders">Leading Contenders</h2>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-bellamore">Bellamore</h2>



<p>Bellamore represents the Steven Asmussen yard this weekend, and the six-year-old retains plenty of ability. She was last seen bouncing back to form to land the G3 Houston Ladies Classic in January, reaching a speed figure of 97. That was an important win for connections, as it ended a long winless sequence that stretched back to July 2022.&nbsp;</p>



<p>It was also a first win in graded stakes company, and that could be a big benefit in this company on Saturday. However, given that she’s six, there could be more interesting up-and-coming contenders in this field.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-comparative">Comparative</h2>



<p>Comparative could be a very likely winner in this company on Saturday for trainer Brad Cox. The four-year-old has improved with every start on track, and she already has big targets on her radar for 2024, with a run in the G1 Beholder Mile teased.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Comparative was excellent on her previous start, getting the better of a talented field over course and distance to land the G3 Bayakoa Stakes with a speed rating of 96. That was her third successive win, and her second success in stakes company. She is an incredibly talented runner, and she should take all the beating this weekend.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-saddle-up-jessie">Saddle Up Jessie</h2>



<p>Brittany Russell’s runners are typically missed in the betting for big races, but she brings a high-class runner to Oaklawn this weekend in the form of Saddle Up Jessie. This five-year-old regularly hits speed figures in the 90s, which should be good enough to put her in the frame this weekend.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Saddle Up Jessie bounced back from a sub-par performance in the Ladies Stakes on her previous start when scoring in the Heavenly Prize Stakes by a wide margin from Movie Moxy. She has won three from her last four starts, and the fact that she has previously won over further would be a plus in her favor.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-azeri-stakes-prediction">Azeri Stakes Prediction</h2>



<p>This should be an exciting race at Oaklawn Park this weekend, and there are some progressive runners involved. However, Cox’s Comparative looks the most exciting, and she could take a huge step forward in this company.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Comparative</strong></p>

Oaklawn Park- G2 Azeri Stakes Preview &amp; Prediction

The Houston Astros are set to welcome the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 5 of the AL Divisional Playoffs. The series is currently tied 2-2, and the winner-take-all matchup is scheduled to begin at 7:07 p.m. ET. It will be shown nationally on Fox Sports One..
<h2>Tampa Bay Rays vs. Houston Astros Odds</h2>
Oddsmakers have listed Houston (-255) as the favorite over Tampa Bay (+230). Gamblers are able to bet on the game's total with odds sitting at -115 for over 7.5 runs and -105 for under 7.5. The game's current runline odds sit at +105 for picking the Rays +1.5 runs and -125 for the Astros -1.5.

Including the regular season, the Rays are 99-68 SU and are 85-82 against the spread (ATS). They've gained 2.0 units for moneyline gamblers, despite having lost 7.5 units ATS. The Astros, on the other hand, are 109-57 SU and 91-75 ATS. They've gained 5.0 units for moneyline bettors and 2.2 units ATS.

Houston games have had an over/under record of 75-86-5 in 2019. Rays games have gone over 81 times, gone under 78 times and pushed on eight instances.

Right-hander Tyler Glasnow is getting the nod for the visiting Rays. Glasnow is 6-1 with a 1.78 ERA and 76 strikeouts. He's 1-0 with four strikeouts and a 1.80 ERA against Houston this year.

The Astros are sending righty Gerrit Cole (20-5, 2.50 ERA) to the hill. Cole has 326 strikeouts and 48 walks to his name, along with a WHIP of 0.89. Cole is 0-1 with 24 strikeouts and a 3.55 ERA across two starts against Tampa Bay this year.

Behind a team slash line of .257/.326/.473, the Rays have produced 4.4 runs per game through five postseason outings. The Astros are hitting .241/.294/.391 over four games and the team has managed 3.3 runs in the 2019 playoffs.

The Astros bullpen has registered an ERA of 4.50 and a WHIP of 2.00 this postseason, while Rays relievers have fared noticeably better with a 2.28 ERA and 1.14 WHIP.

Tommy Pham and Austin Meadows continue to lead Tampa Bay’s hitters. Pham is slashing .279/.371/.459 with 23 home runs, 71 RBIs, 79 runs and 26 steals. Meadows is hitting .286 with 33 homers, 92 RBIs and 85 runs scored.

The Astros' hitters have been led by left fielder Michael Brantley and first baseman Yuli Gurriel. Brantley is slashing .306/.366/.492 with 22 home runs, 90 RBIs and 89 runs scored, and Gurriel's line sits at .299/.344/.537 with 31 homers, 107 RBIs and 86 runs.

The Rays just took Game 4 of this series by a score of four runs to one.
<h3>Tampa Bay Rays at Houston Astros Free Prediction</h3>
<a href="http://bangthebook.com/2019-mlb-playoffs-alds-preview-prediction-tampa-bay-rays-vs-houston-astros/">Predictions:</a> SU Winner – Astros, ATS Winner – Rays, O/U – OVER
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<h2>Notes</h2>
Betting Notes

The over has cashed in four of Houston’s last seven games.

Tampa Bay has recorded 20.0 Runs + Hits + Errors per game over its last 10 contests and 21.6 over its last five.

The Rays have hit 18 home runs in their last 10 games, including 10 over their last five.

The Rays have a team OPS of .759 this season and an OPS of .761 against right-handed pitchers. The Astros' OPS stands at .847 overall and .829 against righties.

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Tampa Bay Rays vs. Houston Astros Betting Pick 10/10/19

<p>São Paulo, Brazil is about to witness a heavyweight spectacle as Jailton Almeida Jr. prepares to face off against Derrick "The Black Beast" Lewis on November 4, 2023. This thrilling event, taking place at the Ginásio do Ibirapuera, guarantees electrifying action for MMA enthusiasts. The matchup is generating excitement among fans worldwide, and it's a clash you won't want to miss.</p>



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<p>These two fighters, both standing at 191 cm tall with a 201 cm reach and an identical ape index of 10 cm, seem evenly matched on paper. However, a deeper look into their records and fighting styles reveals nuances that set them apart.</p>



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<p>Almeida Jr. arrives at the Octagon with an impressive 19-2 record, featuring seven KO wins and 12 submission victories. In his last outing on May 13, 2023, he dominated Jairzinho Rozenstruik with a 1st-round submission, proving his versatility as a fighter. This win extended his unbeaten streak since 2018, with an astonishing 14 consecutive victories.</p>



<p>Lewis, a seasoned fighter with a 27-11 record and 22 KO wins, had his most recent triumph on July 29, 2023, when he secured a 1st-round TKO against Marcos Rogério de Lima. Known for his dangerous punching power, Lewis is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with in the heavyweight division.</p>



<p>Originally meant to be Curtis Blaydes vs. Almeida, the change in opponent to Lewis has added an extra layer of excitement to the bout. Lewis' devastating knockout power could be a game-changer, as he boasts the most KO wins in <a href="https://www.bangthebook.com/ufc-mma/">UFC</a> history. However, he has struggled against top-class opponents, and Almeida's well-rounded skill set and ranking suggest he might have the upper hand.</p>



<p>In MMA, a single blow can change the course of a fight, and Almeida's precision and knockout power make him a strong contender. His track record of 19 wins, with an 100% coming via finish, speaks to his ability to finish opponents with brutal strikes and slick ground game. This makes Almeida the favorite to emerge victorious with a knockout or submission, especially considering Lewis' history of facing challenges when dealing with top contenders.</p>



<p>While Lewis always has the proverbial puncher's chance, Almeida's technical prowess in both striking and grappling positions him as a top-class performer. The betting odds favor Almeida at -535, a testament to his well-rounded skills and rising stature in the heavyweight rankings.</p>



<p>In a matchup with two fighters who rarely go the distance, the fight is expected to end early, possibly by knockout. Almeida's grappling skills and versatility could give him the upper hand, but Lewis' formidable striking abilities make him a threat at all times.</p>



<p>Despite the odds, the rankings place the two fighters in close proximity, with Almeida ranked at number nine in the UFC heavyweight division and Lewis at number ten. However, Almeida is heading north in the rankings, and this bout could be another stepping stone in his ascent.</p>



<p>While Lewis is dangerous and has a reputation for delivering explosive knockouts, it's Almeida's superior grappling skills that may ultimately determine the outcome. Unless Lewis can land an early knockout blow, the fight could be won by the Brazilian, with submission as the likely finish.</p>



<p>As the excitement builds for UFC Fight Night: Almeida vs. Lewis, all eyes will be on the Ginásio do Ibirapuera on November 4th, as these two heavyweight titans lock horns in what promises to be a night to remember. MMA fans can expect a thrilling showdown, and the odds seem to favor Jailton Almeida for a spectacular victory. If you're feeling the adrenaline, you might want to consider placing your bet for Almeida on the online gambling portal BetAnySports.eu; after all, he has yet to taste defeat inside the UFC Octagon.</p>



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UFC Fight Night Betting Picks: Almeida vs. Lewis Promises Explosive Showdown in São Paulo

<p>Looking to win big? The Red Storm and Blue Demons face off at 9:00 ET on FS1. The Blue Demons are hosting the game at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, IL. In this Big East matchup, St. John's is favored by -19.5 vs. DePaul. The over/under for the game is 151.5 points.</p><h3>ST. JOHN'S RED STORM VS DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: DePaul Blue Demons +19.5</p><p>This game will be played at Wintrust Arena at 9:00 ET on Tuesday, March 5th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE DEPAUL BLUE DEMONS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 75-68 in favor of the Blue Demons.</li><li>Not only will DePaul pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +19.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 143 points.</li></ul><h3>Will the Red Storm Find a Way to Win in Chicago?</h3><p>St. John's has been a much better team at home this season, going 11-4 compared to 6-7 on the road. Their average scoring margin at home is +12.2, compared to just +0.8 on the road.</p>

<p>As the favorite, the Red Storm have gone 13-4 this season, and they are currently on a three-game win streak. In their last game, they defeated Butler by a score of 82-59.</p><p>St. John's has been inconsistent vs. the spread this season, going 14-14. As the favorite, they have gone 8-9 vs. the spread. On the road, their ATS mark is 6-7 this year and over their last 10 road games, they are 4-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>St. John's over/under record this season sits at 14-14 and today's over/under line of 151.5 is higher than the average over/under line in their games (149.2). So far, 16 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 154 points.</p><p>The St. John's offense is coming off a game where they scored 82 points against Butler. They posted a field goal percentage of 44.3% and connected on 9 threes. Daniss Jenkins is leading the team in scoring at 14.5 points per contest. Joel Soriano has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 14.4 going into the game.</p><p>In terms of defense, St. John's is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 70.8 points per game. St. John's' three-point defense is currently 112nd in the country at 6.8 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 42.4% of their shots vs. St. John's.</p><h3>Does DePaul Have What it Takes to Win as Home Underdogs?</h3><p>DePaul is 3-26 on the season and has lost 17 straight games. They are 0-18 in Big East play and 0-12 on the road this season. As the underdog, DePaul is 0-23 this season. The Blue Demons have lost their last eight games at home and are 3-14 at home this season.</p>

<p>In their last game, DePaul lost to Butler by a score of 82-63. Over their last 10 games at home, the Blue Demons have gone just 1-9. This season, they have been the underdog in 23 of their 29 games.</p><p>As the underdog, DePaul has gone just 6-16-1 against the spread this season. At home, the Blue Demons are 5-11-1 ATS this year and have gone just 3-7 vs. the spread in their last 10 home games. Overall, DePaul has an ATS record of 9-19-1 this season.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 151.5 is higher than the average over/under line in DePaul's games this year (144.7). Currently, their over/under record is 15-14. In their last three games, the average scoring total is 148 points and their OU record over their last 10 games is 6-4.</p><p>The Blue Demons' offense wrapped up their last game with 63 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 64.7 points per contest. The team's scoring leader is Elijah Fisher, who holds an average of 10.4 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Da'Sean Nelson is averaging 9.9 points per game this season.</p><p>At present, the Blue Demons' defense is nationally ranked 338th, allowing 81.7 points per game. On average, opposing teams are hitting 9.3 threes per game vs. St. John's. This has come on three-point shooting percentage of 36.9%.</p>

St. John's Red Storm vs DePaul Blue Demons Betting Pick & Prediction 3/5/24

<p>Looking to win big? The Trojans and Ragin' Cajuns face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Ragin' Cajuns are hosting the game at Cajundome in Lafayette, LA. The over/under for this Sun Belt conference contest is set at 149.5 points, with Louisiana-Lafayette being favored by -2.5 at home against Troy.</p><h3>TROY TROJANS VS LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns -2.5</p><p>This game will be played at Cajundome at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, February 28th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE LOUISIANA-LAFAYETTE RAGIN' CAJUNS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Ragin' Cajuns.</li><li>Not only will Louisiana-Lafayette pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -2.5.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 149.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.</li></ul><h3>Can Troy Deliver Being Underdogs on the Road?</h3><p>After a win over Louisiana-Monroe, Troy is now 19-10 overall and 12-4 in Sun Belt play. On the road, the Trojans have gone 4-8 compared to 12-2 at home.</p>

<p>As the underdog, Troy has gone 1-7 this season, and they are 1-7 on the road as the underdog. So far, they have been the underdog in eight of their 29 games.</p><p>As the underdog this season, Troy has an ATS record of 4-4. On the road, they are 6-6 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Trojans are 5-5 vs. the spread.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 149.5 is similar to the average over/under line in Troy's games this season (147). So far, 13 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. Over their last three games, the over/under record is 1-2 and the average scoring total is 151 points.</p><p>Troy's offense is coming off a good game, putting up 84 points vs. Louisiana-Monroe. Overall, they hit 50% of their shots from the field and went 27/35 from the free-throw line. The team's scoring leader is Christyon Eugene, who holds an average of 15.3 as they head into today's matchup. Additionally, Tayton Conerway is averaging 11.4 points per game this season.</p><p>At this time, the Trojans' defense is positioned 120th in the country, permitting 70.1 points per game. Against Louisiana-Monroe in their most recent game, the Troy defense gave up a total of 78 points while allowing Louisiana-Monroe to hit 47% of their shots.</p><h3>Do the Ragin' Cajuns Have What it Takes at Home?</h3><p>With a 17-12 record, Louisiana-Lafayette is looking to snap a three-game losing streak when they face off against Troy. So far this season, the Ragin' Cajuns have gone 10-2 at home compared to 6-10 on the road.</p>

<p>On the year, Louisiana-Lafayette has been favored in 15 games, going 11-4 in those matchups. Their average scoring margin at home this season is +9.2, and over their last 10 games at home, they have gone 8-2.</p><p>As the favorite this season, Louisiana-Lafayette has gone 8-7 vs. the spread. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Ragin' Cajuns have a 6-4 ATS mark. At home this year, Louisiana-Lafayette is 7-5 vs. the spread and they have gone 5-4 ATS over their last 10 home games.</p><p>Today's over/under line of 149.5 is very similar to the average over/under line in Louisiana-Lafayette's games this season (149.4). So far, the over/under record in their games is 14-14. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 144 points, which is lower than the season average of 148.1 points per game.</p><p>In their latest game, Louisiana-Lafayette offense put up 71 points against Southern Miss. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 39.4% and made 6 threes. Leading Louisiana-Lafayette in scoring vs. Southern Miss was Joe Charles with his 26 points. Kobe Julien also added 10 points for the Ragin' Cajuns.</p><p>Louisiana-Lafayette's defense is currently in line with the NCAA average for points allowed, allowing an average of 71.1 points per game. In their previous game vs. Southern Miss, the Golden Eagles finished with a field goal percentage of 52% and a total of 82 points vs. Louisiana-Lafayette.</p>

Troy Trojans vs Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns Betting Pick & Prediction 2/28/24

<p>Don't miss out on the NBA showdown between the Nets and Rockets. The game is starting at 8:00 ET on Spac, and it's hosted by the Rockets at Toyota Center in Houston, TX. Get ready to place your bets! The odds for this non-conference game currently have the Rockets as the betting favorite with the over/under line sitting at 222.5 points.</p><h3>BROOKLYN NETS VS HOUSTON ROCKETS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Brooklyn Nets +6.5</p><p>This game will be played at Toyota Center at 8:00 ET on Wednesday, January 3rd.</p><h3>WHY BET THE BROOKLYN NETS:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 109-108 in favor of the Nets.</li><li>Our projections have Mikal Bridges finishing with Mikal Bridges points, 3 rebounds and 3 assists.</li><li>From the field, we have the Nets finishing with a field goal percentage of 44.7% and knocking down 13 threes.</li></ul><h3>Can the Nets Lock in a Win at Houston?</h3><p>The Brooklyn Nets head into today's matchup vs. the Rockets looking to snap a four-game losing streak. Overall, the Nets are 15-19 this season and sit 9th in the Eastern Conference.</p>

<p>Coming into the game, Brooklyn is both the straight-up and ATS underdog. The Nets are currently getting 6.5 points on the road. This season, they have been the underdog in 21 of their 34 games and have gone 9-12 straight-up and 9-11 ATS.</p>

<p>Against teams outside of the Eastern Conference, the Nets have struggled this season, going just 2-8 in non-conference games. In their last game, Brooklyn took on the Pelicans and lost by a score of 112-85. The Nets failed to cover the spread as 6-point underdogs.</p>

<p>When looking at the over/under stats, the Nets have put together three straight unders. This season, 18 of their games have finished below the OU lines, but their overall OU record for the season is 18-16. On average, their games have combined to total 230.9 points per contest.</p><p>Compared to their 114.7 PPG average, the Nets had a subpar outing. In their last game, they only managed 85 points and shot 35.7% from the field. As they prepare for today's game, Mikal Bridges is the team's top scorer at 20.9 PPG. Additionally, Cam Thomas is averaging 21.5 PPG.</p><p>Coming into today's game, the Nets' defense is giving up an average of 116.2 points per contest. In the terms of takeaways, Nets are causing 11.9 turnovers per game, ranking 5th in the league. They also enter the matchup ranked 13th in rejections, averaging 5.5 blocked shots each game.</p><h3>Will the Houston Defense Show Up at Home?</h3><p>The Rockets will host the Nets as 6.5-point favorites today. Before today's game, Houston is 9th in the West. Against other teams in the West, the Rockets have gone 14-9 compared to just 2-6 in non-conference games.</p>

<p>So far, Houston is 16-15 on the season and 3rd in the Southwest. At home, the Rockets have been much stronger this season, going 13-5 compared to just 3-10 on the road.</p>

<p>When playing at home, Houston games have had an average scoring differential of +9.4 points per contest. Their average margin as the favorite at home is currently 9.9 points, and they have gone 8-2 ATS in these games.</p>

<p>This season, the Rockets have an over/under record of 13-18, and the over has hit in three straight games. For their games, the average over/under line has been 222.1 points, and the average combined score is 222.9 points.</p><p>In their most recent game, Houston's offense put up 136 points and shot 56% from the field. They were 19/24 from the free-throw line. Alperen Sengün was the team's leading scorer, finishing with 26 points. Jalen Green also added 22 points for the Rockets.</p><p>At this time, the Rockets' defense is positioned 3rd in the NBA, permitting 109.8 points per game. Houston's defense is currently forcing 12.4 turnovers per game, which is 7th in the league. Additionally, they enter the game ranked 26th in blocked shots, with an average of 4.2 rejections per game.</p>

Brooklyn Nets vs Houston Rockets Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/24

<p>An action packed day of racing awaits Gulfstream Park on Saturday, with three graded stakes races on the agenda. However, the standout of those comes in the form of the G2 Ft. Lauderdale Stakes, which will be the eleventh race due off.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This race will be run over a distance of 1 ⅛ miles on the turf, with a purse of $200,000 having been made available. A competitive field will go to post, but, which runner could hold the leading claims?</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-race-history-amp-records">Race History &amp; Records</h2>



<p>The Ft Lauderdale Stakes has been staged annually since 1947. It was first run at the Fort Lauderdale Handicap. One of the most famous editions of the race was run in 1957 when Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes winner Needles landed a dramatic success by over 20 lengths on his final racecourse start.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The race became a regular graded affair in 2010, before it was upgraded to Grade 2 status in 2013. Jerry Bailey holds the record for the most wins as a jockey with eight, while William Mott is the most successful trainer with the same number of victories.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-leading-contenders">Leading Contenders</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-stone-age">Stone Age</h3>



<p>Stone Age represents the Chad Brown yard this weekend, but he will likely need to finish better than he did in the recent G1 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic when a distant fifth.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Wins in the states have been hard to come by for this talented runner, with his most recent success coming in the G3 Derby Trial Stakes at Leopardstown in May 2022. However, he holds excellent form in Grade 1 company, and that makes him a strong chance against less proven opposition this weekend.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-main-event">Main Event</h3>



<p>One of the most exciting progressive contenders to consider this weekend is the Main Event. The four-year-old produced a strong effort on his previous start when recording a speed figure of 107 when winning over 1 1/16 miles at Aqueduct.&nbsp;</p>



<p>He holds some solid pieces of form in graded company, including when landing the G3 Kent Stakes at Delaware. Interestingly, he also boasts previous winning experience at Gulfstream, landing the Cutler Bay Stakes over 1 1/16 miles in April 2022. Could have an excellent chance back at a familiar track.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-red-run">Red Run</h3>



<p>Red Run represents the Michael Maker yard this weekend, and the four-year-old shouldn’t be far away if replicating his recent runs over the extended distance on the turf. He was last seen finishing eighth over 1 ⅛ miles in the G3 River City, but he had excuses on that day.&nbsp;</p>



<p>He has already won over this distance this year, scoring in an allowance optional claimer company at Churchill Downs in September. That run reached a career-best speed figure of 107, and he could play a prominent role from a strong draw.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-ft-lauderdale-stakes-prediction">Ft Lauderdale Stakes Prediction</h2>



<p>A number of horses appear to be progressive this weekend, and they could cause dangers to the pick. However, Stone Age is experienced at the highest level, and this could be his perfect opportunity to finally land a graded victory in the United States for Chad Brown.</p>



<p><strong>Pick: Stone Age</strong> (<em><a href="/s/betdsi/">bet at BetDSI</a></em>)</p>

Gulfstream Park: Ft. Lauderdale Stakes Preview & Prediction

<p>Looking to win big? The Hornets and Eagles face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Eagles are hosting the game at Norfolk Scope Arena in Norfolk, VA. The over/under for this game is set at 137.5 points, and North Carolina Central is favored by -4 vs. Delaware State in a Mid-Eastern conference matchup.</p><h3>DELAWARE STATE HORNETS VS NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: North Carolina Central Eagles -4</p><p>This game will be played at Norfolk Scope Arena at 8:00 ET on Friday, March 15th.</p><h3>WHY BET THE NORTH CAROLINA CENTRAL EAGLES:</h3><ul><li>We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-69 in favor of the Eagles.</li><li>Not only will North Carolina Central pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -4.</li><li>The over/under is currently sitting at 137.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 145 points.</li></ul><h3>Will Delaware State Make it Happen on the Road?</h3><p>Delaware State has been the underdog in 19 of their 30 games this season, going 7-12 in those games. On the road, they have gone 7-7 this season, and they have won their last three games away from home.</p>

<p>Most recently, the Hornets beat South Carolina State, 71-58. Over their last 10 road games, Delaware State has gone 6-4.</p><p>Delaware State has a .500 record vs. the spread this season at 14-14. However, they have been much better on the road, going 10-4 ATS. Over their last 10 games as the underdog, the Hornets are 4-6 vs. the spread.</p><p>Delaware State's over/under record this season is 13-15 and today's over/under line of 137.5 is below their average scoring total of 140.5 points per game. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 135 points and their over/under record during that stretch is 1-2.</p><p>In their recent game, the Hornets' offense concluded with 71 points, consistent with their ongoing season average of 70.9 points per contest. Leading the team in scoring was Deywilk Tavarez with 29 points. Martez Robinson also added 22 points for the Hornets.</p><p>In terms of defense, Delaware State is currently on par with the NCAA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 71.2 points per game. Delaware State's three-point defense is currently 161st in the country at 7.5 made threes per game. In terms of overall field goal percentage, opponets have hit 41.4% of their shots vs. Delaware State.</p><h3>Will North Carolina Central Make it Happen at Home?</h3><p>North Carolina Central has been a much better team at home this season, going 6-1 compared to 7-10 on the road. The Eagles have won six straight games at home, and they have gone 9-1 in their last 10 games at home. For the season, they have gone 10-3 as the favorite.</p>

<p>For the year, North Carolina Central has gone 17-12, and they have won their last two games. In their last game, they defeated Maryland Eastern Shore by a score of 87-81. The Eagles have gone 9-4 in Mid-Eastern Conference play, and they have gone 8-8 in non-conference action.</p><p>North Carolina Central has an ATS record of 16-8 this season, including a mark of 5-2 at home. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Eagles have gone 7-3 vs. the spread.</p><p>This season, the over/under record for North Carolina Central games is 16-8, and today's over/under line of 137.5 is similar to their average over/under line of 138.8. So far, 15 of their games have finished with more points than today's line. In their last three games, the over/under record is 3-0, and the average scoring total in those games is 160 points.</p><p>In their latest game, North Carolina Central's offense looked good, scoring 87 points against Maryland Eastern Shore. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 44.6% and made 28/36 free throws. Fred Cleveland Jr. led the team in scoring, putting up 21 points. Additionally, Po'boigh King contributed 17 points for the Eagles.</p><p>So far, the Eagles' defense is ranked 86th in the country at 68.9 points per contest. In their previous game vs. Maryland Eastern Shore, the Hawks finished with a field goal percentage of 44% and a total of 81 points vs. North Carolina Central.</p>

Delaware State Hornets vs North Carolina Central Eagles Betting Pick & Prediction 3/15/24

<p>It wouldn’t be another weekend without some great <a href="https://www.espn.com/mma/ufc/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">UFC</a> action, and this time that action is going to be coming from Atlantic City, New Jersey. This city has been home to some massive fights in the past, and that trend should continue with a loaded fight card this weekend. </p>



<p>There won’t be a belt handed out this weekend, but several of the fights are going to feature some top contenders in their respective weight class. That is going to lead to some incredible drama, and there will also be some great betting options available.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Here is a look at some of the top fights of the weekend, and the bets that should be made as well.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-blanchfield-fiorot">Blanchfield-Fiorot</h2>



<p>The main event on Saturday night will feature Erin Blanchfield taking on Manon Fiorot in a huge clash between flyweight contenders. The winner of this bout will likely get a shot at a championship fight, although there are other aspects that could impact that.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Blanchfield is the betting favorite in this fight at -180, and she will also have the support of a home crowd. She has made it known that she is from New Jersey, and she could lock up a title fight by winning in front of family and friends.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Fiorot has yet to lose in the Octagon, and her most recent win put her on the path to getting a shot at the title. She’s still a bit unproven at just 6-0 in her career, but she has shown that she has some great skills.&nbsp;</p>



<p>This is going to be a battle that goes the distance, but betting on Blanchfield at -180 is the best betting option here.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-welterweights-ready-to-battle">Welterweights Ready to Battle</h2>



<p>The co-main event on Saturday night will feature two welterweight fighters that don’t like to sit back and let the action come to them. Joaquin Buckley and Vicente Luque are both extremely aggressive fighters, and the odds suggest that they are almost equals as well.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Buckley is a slight underdog in this fight, event though his betting odds for this are set at -102. Luque won’t really have the pressure of being favored in this one as there’s not much of a difference in his odds at -118.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Both fighters are trying to stay on the path to fighting for a championship, and each fighter will be aggressive in this one. Luque has had a ton of time off though, and so going with Buckley at -102 is going to be the best option to explore.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-weidman-silva-ready-for-battle">Weidman/Silva Ready for Battle</h2>



<p>A couple of fan favorites are going to meet up on the main card on Saturday night as Chris Weidman will be taking on Bruno Silva. Weidman will be in his second fight since a devastating leg injury more than a year ago, and he just hasn’t regained his top form.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Silva is another fighter that is looking to bounce back in a big way as he has lost five straight matchups. He is still someone that is well-known in the sport, and the odds at -260 suggest that he is going to end his losing streak in this one.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Weidman will figure things out again at some point, but going with Silva is the right course of action in this fight.&nbsp;</p>

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College football is one of the most popular betting options in the United States, and it’s also a sport that is enjoyed by many as well. College football begins in the early part of September, and a national champion is crowned in January every single year.

When it comes to college football, there are three different divisions that are played. It’s the teams that play at the highest level that attracts the most attention, and that’s also where you see most of the betting options.

There are just four teams that make it to the College Football Playoff each year, but that number is going to be expanding soon. There are other major bowl games that take place throughout the year, and those teams are chosen based on how they perform during the regular season.

This article will not only give you the best college football betting sites &amp; sportsbooks, but it will also give you tips so you know how to bet on college football.
<h2 id="h-where-to-bet-college-football" class="wp-block-heading">WHERE TO BET COLLEGE FOOTBALL</h2>
Knowing how to bet on college football is going to be an important step, but you also need to know where you should be wagering. Choosing the right sportsbook is going to be a huge part in sports betting, especially during the college football season.

Here are six of the best college football sportsbooks to use the next time that you are wanting to wager on the sport.

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<p>The forecast from Detroit on Thursday calls for overcast skies and temperatures in the mid-90s. The Royals and Tigers are set to face off at 6:40 PM ET at Comerica Park. Kansas City is 60-49, while the Tigers are 52-57. Seth Lugo is starting for the Royals, while Keider Montero is on the mound for the Tigers.</p>

<p>Kansas City is currently on a three-game winning streak and is the heavy favorite on the money line today at -163 compared to the Tigers at +138. Thursday's over/under line is at 8.5 runs, and the game can be seen on BSKC.</p><h3>KANSAS CITY ROYALS VS DETROIT TIGERS BETTING PICK</h3><p>The Pick: Kansas City Royals Moneyline -163</p><p>This game will be played at Comerica Park at 6:40 ET on Thursday, August 1st.</p><h3>HOW TO BET THE ROYALS VS TIGERS:</h3><ul><li>We have the Royals winning by a score of 5 to 4</li><li>However, if you're looking for a run line pick, we like the Tigers to cover</li><li>As for an over/under pick, we have this game finishing with 9 runs and like the over</li></ul><h3>Royals Records & Stats</h3><p>Led by a big game by Freddy Fermin at the plate, the Royals are coming off a 10-3 win over the White Sox to close out their series. Fermin went 4/5 with three RBIs and a homer. The Royals really broke things open with a four-run 2nd inning and added another two runs in the 3rd.</p>

<p>Brady Singer started for the Athletics, going seven innings and giving up three runs on six hits. He only had four strikeouts in the outing and got the win.</p><p>Kansas City is 60-49 overall this season, and they are six games behind the Guardians for the AL Central lead. The Royals have taken three straight games, and they are 22-10 against other teams in the AL Central. The Royals closed out their series vs. the White Sox with three straight wins.</p>

<p>At home, the Royals have gone 36-22 this year, and they are just under .500 at 24-27 on the road. As the favorite, the Royals are 34-19 this year and 26-30 as the underdog. Kansas City's overall series record is 16-17-1, and they have dropped two straight series at home.</p><p>The Royals have been a solid bet on the run line this season, going 62-47 overall. They've been especially profitable as the underdog, going 34-22. Their average run margin is +0.8 runs per game, and they've been even better at home, where their run line record is 34-24 and their average run margin is +1.1 runs per game.</p><p>The Kansas City Royals are on the road today against the Detroit Tigers, and the over/under line for the game is set at 8.5 runs. The Royals have played in 106 games this season, and the average combined run total in their games is 8.6. Overall, the over/under record for Kansas City this season is 46-60. When the over/under line is set at 8.5 runs, the Royals have a record of 10-19 in those games. So far this season, 36 of their games have had over/under lines set at 8.5 runs, accounting for 33.0% of their games.</p><p>Seth Lugo gets the start for the Royals today as he faces off against the Tigers on the road. He has made 22 starts this season and has a record of 12-5 with a 2.66 ERA. Lugo's WHIP for the season is currently 1.04. In his 22 appearances, he has turned in 16 quality starts and is averaging 7.84 strikeouts per nine innings. Lugo's last outing came vs. the Cubs, where he took the loss, giving up six earned runs in 6 1/3 innings of work. Before that, he had won three straight starts.</p><p>With an average of 4.7 runs per game, the Royals have the 10th ranked scoring offense in the league. They have been even better at home, putting up 5.2 runs per contest. So far, they have been a good contact team, as they are the league's top team in terms of fewest strikeouts. Kansas City is also among the league leaders in batting average and on-base percentage.</p>

<p>Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez have been the Royals' top power threats this season, as they are both tied for 1st on the team with 19 home runs. Witt Jr. comes into the game with a 13-game hitting streak and is batting .349 for the season. He has been even better of late, going 14/31 (.452) in his last eight games.</p><h3>Tigers Records & Stats</h3><p>The Tigers will be looking to get back on track after closing out their series vs. the Guardians with a 5-0 loss. This was especially tough, as they were the slight favorite at +115 on the money line. Detroit's offense only had four fewer hits than the Guardians but didn't score a run. Bligh Madris was the only Tigers hitter to have more than one hit, going 2/3.</p>

<p>Tyler Holton got the start for the Tigers and took the loss. He only lasted 2 2/3 innings, giving up two earned runs. Alex Faedo was also hit hard out of the bullpen, allowing two more runs in the 8th.</p><p>Detroit is 52-57 overall, and they are looking to snap a three-game losing streak today at home vs. the Royals. The Tigers are 4th in the AL Central, and they trail the Guardians by 14 games for the division lead. So far, they are an even 19-19 in divisional matchups.</p>

<p>At home, the Tigers are 25-28 this year and 27-29 on the road. This season, the Tigers have dropped three straight games as the underdog, and they are 30-37 as the underdog overall. As the favorite, Detroit has gone 22-20. The Tigers' overall series record is 13-16-5, and they lost their most recent series vs. the Guardians.</p><p>The Tigers have a run line record of 54-55 this season, including a 21-32 mark at home. Their overall run line record is just below .500, but they have been much more successful on the run line on the road, going 33-23. They have lost their last three games against the run line at home and are just 12-30 against the run line as the favorite this season.</p><p>Today's game between the Detroit Tigers and the Kansas City Royals has an over/under line of 8.5 runs, which matches the combined run average for the Tigers' games this season. Detroit has gone over the total in 59 of their 106 games, and their average over/under line for the season is 8 runs per game. When the line has been set at 8.5 runs, the Tigers have gone over in 12 of 22 games, and 16 of their games have had higher lines than 8.5 runs, accounting for just 14.7% of their contests.</p><p>Keider Montero gets the start for the Tigers today and will be looking to bounce back from a rough outing vs. the Twins. In that start, which came on July 26th, he took the loss and gave up five earned runs in five innings of work. Montero has given up at least one homer in each of his last three outings. So far this year, he has a record of 1-4, an ERA of 6.38, and a WHIP of 1.45. Opposing batters are hitting .278 off Montero this season. Out of his six starts, Montero has two quality starts and is averaging 7.61 strikeouts per nine innings.</p><p>Heading into today's game, the Tigers are averaging 4.2 runs per game, which is 20th in the league. This season, they are batting just .231 as a team, which is 19th in the league. However, they do have two of the league's top home run hitters in Riley Greene and Matt Vierling. Greene has gone deep 17 times this season, while Vierling has 13 homers. Greene also leads the team with 51 RBIs and is batting .264 for the season.</p>

<p>Over his last 10 games, Colt Keith has been swinging a hot bat for the Tigers, going 11/36 with two homers. However, Javier Baez has struggled as of late, going just 4/25 in his last seven games. Parker Meadows is currently on a three-game hitting streak for the Tigers.</p>

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