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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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