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NFL Picks

Dallas Cowboys logo DAL
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Philadelphia Eagles logo PHI
Sep 04 | 8:20 PM ET
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DAL +6.5 (-105)
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Pick made: 8 days ago
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Dustin Saracini
Senior Analyst

The Eagles have had trouble covering large spreads, as Nick Sirianni and Jalen Hurts are just 7-13-2 ATS when favored by 6.5 points or more. The Cowboys' overall offensive numbers last year are skewed as Dak Prescott missed a handful of games, but he's now back with a revamped offense highlighted by the addition of George Pickens. This game will be closer than you think, and while the Eagles may ultimately win, I have the Cowboys covering.

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PHI -6.5 (-120)
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Pick made: 6 days ago
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

The Super Bowl champs will be in a festive mood at home on opening night, and the Dallas Cowboys' pass-heavy offense will be too predictable for an elite Eagles' defense. Even if Micah Parsons gets his contract extension in time, it will take him a few games to get back into the rhythm of things.  

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Los Angeles Chargers logo LAC
Sep 05 | 8:00 PM ET
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KC -3.0 (-115)
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Pick made: 8 days ago
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Dustin Saracini
Senior Analyst

The disrespect for the Chiefs is alive and well. Remember, this is still a team one year removed from the Super Bowl with one of the best quarterbacks to ever do it. He'll be playing with a chip on his shoulder, too, in Sao Paulo. 

Justin Herbert is 2-6-1 ATS in his last nine starts as an underdog, while Kansas City has won each of its last eight season openers against AFC opponents.

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Los Angeles Chargers logo
u46.0 (-110)
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Pick made: 6 days ago
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

Both defenses were excellent last year, and we should expect the same from the Chiefs and Chargers in 2025. The Chargers have added some offensive weapons, but it may take time to gel. Meanwhile, I'm not too confident in Rashee Rice's health or the team's ability to protect Patrick Mahomes' blindside. 

NCAAF Picks

TCU Horned Frogs logo TCU
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North Carolina Tar Heels logo UNC
Sep 01 | 8:00 PM ET
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TCU -3.5 (-105)
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Pick made: 8 days ago
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Rob Paul
Publishing Editor

The Belichick debut has a ton of hype, but this TCU team is far better with QB Josh Hoover back in the fold and throwing to Eric McAlister. The Horned Frogs are No. 28 in SP+, with North Carolina just No. 53 due to its roster attrition - it's No. 82 in returning production. The Tar Heels are set to start as many as 10 transfers on defense.

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TCU -3.5 (-108)
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Pick made: 2 days ago
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Mike Spector
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Bill Belichick's influence on a roster that features 70 new players will take more than the first week of the season to come to fruition, and the Horned Frogs are too short of favorites in this matchup.

James Madison Dukes logo JMU
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Louisville Cardinals logo LOU
Sep 05 | 7:00 PM ET
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LOU -14.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 3 days ago
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Rob Paul
Publishing Editor

Jeff Brohm has another portal QB, this time it's Miller Moss (USC). Moss is surrounded by explosive playmakers - Chris Bell, Isaac Brown, Caulin Lacy - who should help make his first start for the Cardinals go smoothly. Brohm also added several marquee defenders in the portal. Meanwhile, JMU's defense has a bunch of new faces (No. 77 in returning production) and a potential QB controversy. 

NBA Picks

Houston Rockets logo HOU
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Oklahoma City Thunder logo OKC
Oct 21 | 7:30 PM ET
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OKC -6.5 (-105)
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Pick made: 13 days ago
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Liam Fox
Publishing Editor

Oklahoma City will begin its first-ever title defense with a win on opening night. The Rockets may prove to be legitimate title contenders, but it will take time for them to find their groove after the addition of Kevin Durant. The Thunder set the all-time record for point differential in 2024 (averaging plus-12.87 per game), and they'll roll to a comfortable victory here.

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Los Angeles Lakers logo LAL
Oct 21 | 10:00 PM ET
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LAL -3.5 (-114)
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Pick made: 13 days ago
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Andrew Reid
Publishing Editor

The Lakers made some positive offseason additions, and that should only help the squad build on their 50-win season last year. LeBron and Doncic having home court advantage should be enough to help cover this short line on opening night in Los Angeles.

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Los Angeles Lakers logo
o224.5 (-110)
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Pick made: 13 days ago
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Liam Fox
Publishing Editor

There's simply too much offensive firepower on these teams for this to be anything other than a scoring showcase on opening night. The Warriors and Lakers combined for more than 225 points in each of their matchups last season, and Luka Doncic only played in one of those four games. Expect LeBron James, Steph Curry, and Doncic to kick off their seasons with a bang.

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NHL Picks

Chicago Blackhawks logo CHI
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Florida Panthers logo FLA
Oct 07 | 5:00 PM ET
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Florida Panthers logo
o5.5 (-130)
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Pick made: 13 days ago
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

The Florida Panthers will get back to business without suffering from a Stanley Cup hangover, primarily thanks to playing the lowly Chicago Blackhawks. The opener occurs in the Sunshine State, providing a more conducive platform for the Panthers to explode offensively. 

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FLA -1.5 (-135)
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Pick made: 13 days ago
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

The Florida Panthers should be healthy and have finally recovered from their celebratory binge after winning their second straight Stanley Cup. They'll be prepared for last season's NHL's worst road team. 

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New York Rangers logo NYR
Oct 07 | 8:00 PM ET
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New York Rangers logo
o5.5 (-125)
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Pick made: 13 days ago
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Gary Pearson
Publishing Editor

The Pittsburgh Penguins had the sixth-worst defensive record on the road last season, and the New York Rangers conceded the ninth-most at Madison Square Garden. In addition, three of the previous four meetings had at least six goals. 

WNBA Picks

Dallas Wings logo DAL
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Minnesota Lynx logo MIN
Sep 01 | 8:00 PM ET
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DAL +17.0 (-110)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Josh Goldberg
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This is just a gigantic number, even if it's a matchup between the worst team and the best team in the WNBA. Minnesota has only won by 17 or more points once in the last 10 games. Give me the points. 

Points and Assists
Paige Bueckers logo Paige Bueckers o20.5 Points and Assists (-125)
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Pick made: yesterday
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Josh Goldberg
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Bueckers is averaging 18.9 points and 5.4 assists in a terrific rookie campaign. I think she could have some extra motivation playing in her home state of Minnesota.

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TeamMoneyline Odds
Knicks–250
Nets+400
  • $100 on Knicks (‑250) → Profit = $100 × (100 / 250) = $40 (total payout $140)
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