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Posted Wednesday, July 29, 2009 02:41 PM
As we prepare for August 9th’s Hall of Fame game odds featuring Buffalo and
Tennessee, it’s time for betting players to start looking at divisional
futures. Today’s preview is focused on the NFC South, where there should be
plenty of offense, but whoever can keep the opposition out of the end zone
should end up with the prize in this tight race.
New Orleans is the favorite at +165 according to betting services,
and the Saints should have a healthy assortment of weapons for Drew Brees, who
led the league’s best offense in 2008. Reggie Bush, Marques Colston and Jeremy
Shockey all spent time on the trainer’s table last year, so New Orleans could
score even more points. Darren Sharper was brought in to shore up a secondary
that was 23rd against the pass, but the problems came up front as
the Saints managed only 28 sacks.
Atlanta comes in with football odds of +175 in your offshore
sportsbook, and they made the biggest move in the NFC South as they snagged
Tony Gonzalez from Kansas City, which gives Matt Ryan the NFL’s best tight end
over the last decade. Ryan will also have the second-leading rusher in the
league in Michael ... [More]
Posted Wednesday, July 29, 2009 02:40 PM
If you think UFC 101 betting contestants have a hate-on for each
other, you don’t know anything about the NFC East division. Arguably the
toughest division in football today, the East features four above-average teams
that share major rivalries with each other. How does the East shape up this
season?
PHILADELPHIA
EAGLES (+180 to win)
BOOM: It’s
understandable why so many NFL
betting fans are high on the Eagles for 2009, as they can score and prevent
points with the best of them. Head coach Andy Reid loves to throw the football
and that won’t change a bit this season. Donovan McNabb’s weapons are certainly
small, but there’s no denying the speed and athleticism of Brian Westbrook,
DeSean Jackson and Kevin Curtis. Rookie wideout Jeremy Maclin and rookie back
LeSean McCoy could also make an immediate impact in the passing game.
The Eagles “D” was a powerhouse in 2008, ranking
third against the pass and fourth against the run. The key to its success is
blitzing, blitzing and more blitzing; the Eagles’ 48 sacks last season were
third-best in the NFL.
BUST: Offensively,
the Eagles are da... [More]
Posted Wednesday, July 22, 2009 01:59 PM
Atlanta Falcons
One year ago, the Atlanta Falcons were a team in transition.
They were the longest shot to win the division in the NFC South according to
the NFL betting odds and nobody expected anything from
them. A year later, they are the favorites. With Matt Ryan, Michael Turner,
Tony Gonzalez and Roddy White, the Falcons are loaded on offense. More
importantly, they have worked on their defense to improve it and potentially
get in the Top 15, which is something they couldn’t do last year. Look for this
team to be consistent this year but maybe not as strong as last year, since
they won’t surprise anyone.
Carolina Panthers
The Carolina Panthers also surprised bettors when they
exploded for 12 wins last year, but again, people aren’t sure whether they can
be trusted on the Super
Bowl odds. It’s clear that they have a good offense; with two lethal
running backs in DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart, along with a
road-grading offensive line, they’ll run the ball on everyone. But quarterback
Jake Delhomme is a question mark. Even so, the Panthers have a good defense and
as long as Delhomme doesn’t make mistakes consistently, this is a team that
will win close to 10 games.
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Posted Wednesday, July 22, 2009 01:58 PM
As
Affliction betting just showed us when the
Fedor/Barnett fight was axed 10 days before its scheduled date, anything can
happen in sports. We must expect the unexpected and the same principle applies
to the July 31 MLB trade deadline. Who are the top 10 candidates to be dealt?
10. Jose Guillen,
outfielder, Kansas City Royals
The
Royals aren’t happy with his play, and neither is he – he’s “embarrassed” by
his performance relative to his salary. As bad as Guillen has been, he still
has some pop and could help a power-starved contender like San Francisco.
9. Chad Qualls,
relief pitcher, Arizona Diamondbacks
He’s
drawing interest according to MLB
betting fans, but what’s the fuss all about? He’s blown a save every month
this season and his 3.63 ERA isn’t great for a closer.
8. Scott Rolen, third
baseman, Toronto Blue Jays
He’s
not the power hitter he once was, but he still plays superb defense and has gap
power. Maybe the Cards would take him back? Someone could use him.
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Posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 03:36 PM
College football betting players will be
aware that quarterbacks have scooped the Heisman trophy in eight of the last 10
years, so it should come as no surprise that pivots dominate the list of this
year’s favorites for the most prestigious individual award in the nation. Here
are the top five choices you should consider when heading to your offshore
sportsbook.
Tim
Tebow, QB, Florida
The 2007 Heisman winner led the Gators to their second
championship in three years with a win over Oklahoma, and like Tebow, Florida
is favored to snatch the major prize against this year. The dual-threat
quarterback is the Heisman favorite at +210, and he would join Ohio State RB
Archie Griffin (1974-75) as the only players to ever win two Heisman awards. Tebow
had the most first-place votes in last year’s voting, but only finished third,
so that will be added incentive to win his quest for a third national title.
Sam
Bradford, QB, Oklahoma
Bradford became just the second sophomore (after Tebow
in 2007) to win the Heisman, as he had the highest quarterback rating in the
country while leading the nation in touchdowns and coming in third in ... [More]
Posted Thursday, July 16, 2009 03:35 PM
Arizona Cardinals
A lot of people who are betting
NFL divisions are expecting the Arizona Cardinals to fall off. Regardless
of how feeble they looked in the regular season last year, one thing people
have to understand is that last year was a building block for Arizona, and they
can continue their success this year. Their high-octane passing offense returns,
and now first-round pick Chris Wells should help shoulder the load of the
running game. With a more balanced attack, the Cardinals are rightfully favored
to repeat as West champs.
San Francisco 49ers
The San Francisco 49ers finished up strong in 2008, but
there are a lot of question marks heading into 2009. They still don’t have a
quarterback - as Shaun Hill and Alex Smith are marginal options - plus the
offensive line is a work in progress and the defensive line is weak. Mike
Singletary is a coach that will make his team overachieve, but overachieving
for this team would be eight wins. They are a seven point underdog on the NFL week 1 odds to Arizona.
Seattle Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks are a talented team but it’s hard to
gauge just h... [More]
Posted Wednesday, July 08, 2009 03:11 PM
It’s July and that means MLB All-Star game odds are posted and ready
for July 14. The Midsummer Classic is fun to wager on, especially since the
game really means something to both teams, but it’s also fun to just enjoy it
for the love of the game. Let’s look back at some of the most memorable
All-Star Game moments of all time.
5. Josh
Hamilton’s Home Run Derby magic (2008)
Am I cheating right away here? It’s not from the
actual All-Star Game, but it was a special moment during the 2008 All-Star
festivities. Having battled back from drug addiction, former No. 1 overall pick
Josh Hamilton dazzled at the Home Run Derby, smashing 28 homers in one
round. That’s not a misprint and it’s
clearly a record. I’m betting management in Cincinnati wouldn’t mind
having him back.
4. The tie
(2002)
Top moments don’t always have to be positive. The
2002 All-Star Game will live on in infamy forever. After each team used up
every reliever and spare pitcher through 11 innings, Commissioner Bud Selig
called the game and received a chorus of boos f... [More]
Posted Wednesday, July 08, 2009 03:11 PM
Houston Texans
Football odds makers aren’t giving the Houston Texans
too much credit on the regular season win total futures, and it’s somewhat hard
to argue with them. The Texans have struggled mightily in the past to win games
against credible teams, but have won games in low pressure situations down the
stretch of the season to finish 8-8 in the previous two years. But when you
look at the Texans offense, it’s hard to ignore how explosive they can be. With
Matt Schaub (if he stays healthy), Steve Slaton, Andre Johnson, Kevin Walter,
Owen Daniels and Andre Davis, the Texans have one of the deepest, most
explosive, most versatile offenses around. The defense is growing up too, which
could make this a very dangerous team.
Buffalo Bills
Everyone is expecting this team to fall flat on their face,
and I’m betting
management is a little nervous about not only Terrell Owens but also Trent
Edwards. But on paper, the Bills look like they might be a dangerous squad. With
Owens and Lee Evans on the outside, Marshawn Lynch and Fred Jackson in the
backfield, the Bills have a very capable offense. If the defense steps up, the
Bills might surprise some folks and get to the playoffs.
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Posted Wednesday, July 08, 2009 03:10 PM
Even though UFC 100 odds are what’s hot right now, it wouldn’t be
a bad thing to start getting ready for UFC 101, which takes place in Philadelphia
on August 8th. The two main bouts come from the lightweight and
light heavyweight division, and it’s no surprise who the favorites are in your offshore
sportsbook.
UFC
101 Odds - Saturday, August 8, 9:00 PM ET
PENN VS FLORIAN
B.J. Penn (13-5) will put his lightweight belt on the
line against Kenny Florian (11-3), who has already lost one attempt at the
lightweight title to Sean Sherk back at UFC 64. Florian has won six straight
matches since then, but it hasn’t stopped betting services from making him a
+180 underdog against Penn, who hasn’t fought since UFC 94, when he lost to
Georges St. Pierre in an attempt to take his welterweight title. Penn is much
more in his element as a lightweight, and he’ll be facing a fighter that has
admitted that he looks up to Penn, which could give him a bit of a psychological
advantage. As those who make sports picks know, any type of edge is a good one.
SILVA VS GRIFFIN
Anderson Silva (24-4), who current... [More]
Posted Thursday, July 02, 2009 02:54 PM
Chris Wells, RB –
Arizona Cardinals
The NFL
betting odds put Chris Wells of the Arizona Cardinals among the leading
favorites to win Rookie of the Year, and it’s pretty easy to understand why.
Wells is stepping into a high-octane offense on a team that doesn’t really have
a reliable running back. Wells can and should be the go-to guy in the backfield
and will get lots of goal line plunges as well. While he may not be the most
talented player from the 2009 NFL Draft, he should have some of the best stats.
Donald Brown, RB –
Indianapolis Colts
When the Colts added Donald Brown, their Super Bowl odds
actually increased, as a lot of sportsbooks felt that this move helped the team
significantly. A lot of pressure was put on Peyton Manning’s arm last year and
with Marvin Harrison off the team now, the Colts don’t have a choice but to run
the ball. While Brown will have to share carries with Joseph Addai, the reality
is that both backs could put up stellar numbers in this offense.
Andre Smith, T – Cincinnati
Bengals
A lot of online betting handicappers predicted that the
Cinc... [More]
Posted Thursday, July 02, 2009 02:54 PM
I was excitedly perusing the UFC
100 fight card the other day and a funny feeling came over me. As I watched
the NHL draft in the background at the same time, I found myself comparing the
UFC fighters to the NHL’s fighters. Which UFC guys and NHL tough guys are most
similar? Let’s play matchmaker.
BROCK
LESNAR and ZDENO CHARA: The Monsters
Easy comparison here. They’re both massive physical
specimens who frighten the hell out anyone crazy enough to tangle with them.
They’re also both much better natural athletes than most people think. Your
stat projections, measurements and gambling software will tell you they’re just huge
brutes, but Lesnar is rapidly developing in the octagon and we’ve all seen
Chara’s skating, passing, and instincts grow along with his powerful shot and
hitting ability over the years.
FRANK MIR and
GEORGE PARROS: The Thinkers
This is the “student” class of fighter. Frank Mir,
a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu specialist, is a student of mixed martial arts, well-read
and deeply into the sport’s mythology. He doesn’t have a badass moustache, but
he still compares nicely to George Parros. The Ducks enforcer P... [More]
Posted Thursday, July 02, 2009 02:53 PM
Online betting
players who bet horses can sympathize with baseball betting fans, as you don’t
know who has taken steroids and who hasn’t - which throws all of the records
out of the window, or at least puts them on the ledge. Here is a look at the
top five players who have yet to be accused of PED usage, and if these guys are
found to be steroid users, I doubt I’ll ever watch baseball again.
Albert
Pujols
It’s only a matter of time before people start trying
to bring down Pujols, who has averaged just over 41 homers a year in the first
eight seasons of his career, and this season, he’s on pace to shatter his
season highs with 30 dingers and 77 RBIs in the first half of the year. If it
wasn’t for Pujols, St. Louis’ offshore
sportsbook odds would be down the tubes. Pujols has been adamant that he
hasn’t used steroids, and he’s very believable.
Ken
Griffey Jr.
“Junior” is fifth on the all-time home-run list with
621, and with the amount of injuries he’s suffered in his career, it would be
difficult to fathom that he has been on the juice. He’s obviously not the same
power hitter, but he still has arguably the sweetest swing in the big leagues,
and he’s on pace to hit 24 homers in 2009, his 20th season ... [More]