NFL Week 1 Betting: Vikings at Saints Highlights Openers

By: We Cover Spreads | 5/27/2010 12:00 AM

Football bettors who are starved for some pigskin action can find their NFL pointspread hors d'oeuvres right now with sports books releasing early Week 1 betting odds.

MLB Betting Preview: Making big profits in interleague play

By: We Cover Spreads | 5/23/2010 8:05 PM

Contrary to popular beliefs, interleague play can actually be the most profitable time of year for bettors that are willing to put in some extra work. Following AL aces is a nice start.

MLB Betting Odds: Finding Betting Value on the Run Line

By: We Cover Spreads | 5/11/2010 12:00 AM

One general rule by baseball betting sharps is to lay off money line favorites of 150 or more. But that doesn't mean to stay away ffrom betting those games completely.

MLB Free Pick: Detroit Tigers Win On Road at Cleveland

By: We Cover Spreads | 5/7/2010 12:00 AM

Detroit's bullpen leads the major leagues in ERA and is instilling confidence in Jim Leyland's starting rotation. Back Jeremy Bonderman and the Tigers tonight in Cleveland.

NBA Playoff Free Play: Boston Celtics at Miami Heat

By: We Cover Spreads | 4/25/2010 1:05 PM

Maybe it is true that the Celtics were simply bored during the regular season, and they are now playing the Celtic defense of old. Take Boston to complete the sweep this afternoon.

MLB Free Pick: Atlanta Braves Topple New York Mets

By: We Cover Spreads | 4/23/2010 7:10 PM

It's going to be another long season in Queens this year, and John Maine is one reason why. Back the Braves as road chalk Friday when they take on the Mets.

Look to go Under, not Over during NBA Playoffs as defenses rule

By: We Cover Spreads | 4/19/2010 7:00 PM

The Under has been somewhat of a cash cow in the NBA Playoffs, especially in the latter games of a long series and in the NBA Finals. Keep a close eye out for long series this year.

MLB Preview: Braves at Padres

By: We Cover Spreads | 4/15/2010 6:35 PM

Pitching will be on display in this series finale at Petco Park on Thursday afternoon. Play the 'under' when Mat Latos and the San Diego Padres clash with Tim Hudson and the Braves.

Baylor Bears +5½ to upset Texas A&M Aggies on the road

By: We Cover Spreads | 11/21/2009 3:30 PM

Texas A&M has been playing dreadful defense lately, allowing a horrible 40.4 points per game over the last five games with most of those not vs. offensive juggernauts. Take the points.

South Carolina Gamecocks get cover on the road at Razorbacks

By: We Cover Spreads | 11/7/2009 12:00 AM

The story today will be the Gamecock's pass defense. Side with South Carolina plus the points on the road when they take on the Arkansas Razorbacks.

Florida Atlantic Owls (+3) over Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns

By: We Cover Spreads | 10/24/2009 12:00 AM

Who 'dat gonna' pull the upset Saturday night in Louisiana? The Owls of Florida Atlantic, that's who. Side with Fla-Atlantic on the road in Lafayette against the Ragin' Cajuns.

Ball State, Bowling Green to light up scoreboard in shootout

By: We Cover Spreads | 10/17/2009 12:00 AM

A battle of birds will appropriately turn into a battle in the air on Saturday at Scheumann Stadium in Muncie, Indiana when the Falcons host the Cardinals.

Washington Redskins +4 to scalp struggling Carolina Panthers

By: We Cover Spreads | 10/11/2009 1:00 PM

The Panthers are struggling offensively, as Jake Delhomme has been awful and the team has just two rushing touchdowns. Don't look for improvement vs. a good Redskins defense.

Miami Hurricanes +7½ to hang with Oklahoma Sooners at home

By: We Cover Spreads | 10/3/2009 8:00 PM

Sam Bradford is still out for Oklahoma, meaning that freshman quarterback Landry Jones is making his first career road start vs. a tough Miami team coming off a loss. Take Go Canes.

Louisville opens Big East play at home vs. Pitt Panthers

By: We Cover Spreads | 10/2/2009 12:00 AM

Louisville's Steve Kragthorpe knows how important this game is for his job and Louisville's program. Grab the Cardinals and the points at home vs. the Pitt Panthers.

Tennessee Titans, New York Jets to struggle Under 37 in Jersey

By: We Cover Spreads | 9/27/2009 1:00 PM

Rex Ryan is running the same defense with the Jets as he ran with the Ravens, and as a result, they lead the NFL in total defense. Tennessee will try to run anyway, so go Under.

Iowa Hawkeyes (+10) keep it close at Penn State

By: We Cover Spreads | 9/26/2009 12:00 AM

Iowa's defense is the key in this Big Ten contest as the Hawkeyes bring a talented Front 7 into Happy Valley on Saturday night to take on the Penn State Nittany Lions.

Oakland Raiders and Kansas City Chiefs to stay Under 39½

By: We Cover Spreads | 9/20/2009 1:00 PM

If the Raiders could play as well defensively as they did vs. the Chargers, they should have no problem shutting down the Chiefs. With the Raiders offense a work-in-progress, go Under.

Florida International (+16) hang with Rutgers Scarlet Knights

By: We Cover Spreads | 9/19/2009 12:00 AM

Head coach Mario Cristobal and his Florida International coaching staff are very familiar with Rutgers, leading to the Golden Panthers covering as the underdogs today.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers +6 to cover at home vs. Dallas Cowboys

By: We Cover Spreads | 9/13/2009 1:00 PM

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers may not win many games, but they appear undervalued as a decided home underdog in this spot. The Bucs have the defense to contain Dallas and stay close.

Duke Blue Devils (+1) get win at West Point

By: We Cover Spreads | 9/11/2009 12:00 AM

Army's option will not fool Duke on Saturday afternoon when the Black Knights host the Blue Devils on college football action at Michie Stadium at West Point.

Louisiana Tech (+13½) to hang tough with Auburn in Chizik's debut

By: We Cover Spreads | 9/4/2009 12:00 AM

Auburn returns a big chunk of their roster from a year ago, but then so does Louisiana Tech. Back the Bulldogs plus the points on the road at the Tigers on Saturday.

Arizona Cardinals -3 cruise past Green Bay Packers

By: We Cover Spreads | 8/28/2009 12:00 AM

In this Week 3 dress rehearsal the Arizona Cardinals have the crowd behind them and more depth on the bench when they go up against the Packers.

QB depth gives St. Louis Rams +2½ edge at Cincinnati Bengals

By: We Cover Spreads | 8/27/2009 12:00 AM

With Jordan Palmer expected to see more action for the Bengals tonight, the St. Louis Rams have the advantage as the underdogs at Cincinnati.

Philadelphia Eagles -3 in NFL preseason action at Indianapolis Colts

By: We Cover Spreads | 8/19/2009 12:00 AM

With Philly coach Andy Reid stressing the preseason more and Indianapolis short some starters due to injury, this should be an easy preseason cover for the Eagles.

Depth gives Houston Texans +2½ the edge tonight against Chiefs

By: We Cover Spreads | 8/15/2009 12:00 AM

With the back-ups playing the bulk of the early preseason games, depth is the crucial factor in picking the winner. And it's depth that will lead Houston to the cover at Kansas City tonight.

Ground games grind out Under 34½ when Cowboys visit Raiders

By: We Cover Spreads | 8/13/2009 12:00 AM

Don't expect to see a lot of offense on Thursday evening in Oakland when the Raiders and Dallas Cowboys kick off their preseason action at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum.

Buffalo Bills, Tennessee Titans to go Over 31 in Canton

By: We Cover Spreads | 8/9/2009 8:05 PM

Both the Bills and the Titans have offensive weapons on their second strings, so the scoring in thus contest may actually increase as the reserves begin to filter in. Go Over the 31.

Colorado Rockies -154 knock off Mets in New York

By: We Cover Spreads | 7/27/2009 12:00 AM

Oliver Perez is a mess for the Mets while Ubaldo Jimenez has been consistent for the Rockies. Colorado cashes at Citi Field on Monday night in the series opener.

Los Angeles Angels -140 in Game 2 tonight at Kansas City

By: We Cover Spreads | 7/21/2009 12:00 AM

Sean O'Sullivan gives the Angels the edge on the mound against Royals lefty Bruce Chen in the second game this evening at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City.

Nolasco, Florida Marlins +110 pop Hamels and Philadelphia Phillies

By: We Cover Spreads | 7/17/2009 12:00 AM

Ricky Nolasco is setting things up for yet another strong second half run on the mound, and he continues his winning ways Friday when the Marlins host the Phillies.

Washburn, Seattle Mariners -108 to take down Texas Rangers

By: We Cover Spreads | 7/11/2009 12:00 AM

Seattle has never been kind to Texas' Kevin Millwood while Jarrod Washburn has been solid at Safeco this season. Make the Mariners your play tonight vs. the Rangers.

Toronto Blue Jays +139 rock Scott Kazmir and the Rays

By: We Cover Spreads | 7/8/2009 12:00 AM

Toronto is hitting .286 against southpaws this season and Scott Kazmir has been struggling for the Rays at home. Back the Blue Jays tonight against Tampa Bay.

Chicago White Sox, Kansas City Royals Under 8½ at Kauffman

By: We Cover Spreads | 7/4/2009 12:00 AM

Fans hoping to see fireworks today in KC will have to wait until after the White Sox and Royals finish their game. Play the Under in Kansas City on Saturday afternoon.

St. Louis Cardinals -130 behind Pineiro at Cincinnati Reds

By: We Cover Spreads | 7/3/2009 12:00 AM

Joel Pineiro should get plenty of run support from the Cardinals hitters tonight with St. Louis travels to take on Homer Bailey and the Cincinnati Reds.

Wells, Chicago Cubs -128 scuttle the Pittsburgh Pirates

By: We Cover Spreads | 7/1/2009 12:00 AM

Randy Wells has been a true road warrior this year, pitching well above his experience. Chalk this one up to the Cubs when Chicago and Pittsburgh end their series at PNC Park.

Texas Rangers -115 even up series vs. Saunders and Angels

By: We Cover Spreads | 6/30/2009 12:00 AM

Joe Saunders faces his demons on the mound in Arlington tonight, and the demons will prevail. Take the Texas Rangers at home on Tuesday against the Angels.

King Felix, Seattle Mariners -123 crown the Los Angeles Dodgers

By: We Cover Spreads | 6/27/2009 12:00 AM

Seattle's Felix Hernandez is in excellent form right now and at this short price against Eric Milton and the Dodgers, it's impossible to pass up a play on Seattle in Los Angeles tonight.

Shields, Tampa Bay Rays -143 hook the Florida Marlins

By: We Cover Spreads | 6/26/2009 12:00 AM

This is a big series for both Sunshine State teams, and the Tampa Bay Rays have the pitching and hitting advantage in Game 1 vs. the Florida Marlins on Friday.

Big Unit on the Under 8 when Giants host the Rangers in San Fran

By: We Cover Spreads | 6/19/2009 12:00 AM

AT&T Park coupled with Randy Johnson and Scott Feldman tonight will be enough to keep both the Rangers and Giants under the posted total in their series opener.

Moyer, Philadelphia Phillies -129 bounce back vs. Toronto Blue Jays

By: We Cover Spreads | 6/17/2009 12:00 AM

The Phillies bullpen collapsed last night giving the Jays an extra inning win, but Jamie Moyer will pitch Philadelphia back into the win column tonight vs. Toronto.

Take Mets +106 with Santana vs. Yanks

By: We Cover Spreads | 6/14/2009 1:05 PM

It is not often that you can catch Johan Santana as an underdog, and given his 2.76 road ERA and his past successes in the Bronx, he oozes value here. Meanwhile, AJ Burnett couldn’t get out of the third inning in his last start. Go Mets.

Go West, young man: Florida Marlins +128 at Toronto Blue Jays

By: We Cover Spreads | 6/13/2009 12:00 AM

This is great value on Florida's young starter Sean West. Go fishing with the Marlins as road underdogs this afternoon in Toronto when they take on the Blue Jays.

Stay Under 8½ as Cubs visit Reds

By: We Cover Spreads | 6/7/2009 1:10 PM

Randy Wells has yet to have a bad start for the Cubs since coming to the majors, hurling five Quality Starts. Bronson Arroyo has turned his season around and he has always done well vs. the Cubs. Go Under in the Queen City.

Milwaukee Brewers +136 Bush-whack the Florida Marlins

By: We Cover Spreads | 6/4/2009 12:00 AM

When Dave Bush and Josh Johnson met earlier this season, Bush came away the winner. Back the Milwaukee Brewers as the underdogs tonight at the Marlins.

Chicago Cubs -115 behind Lilly at St. Louis Cardinals

By: We Cover Spreads | 5/19/2009 12:00 AM

The Cubs are heating up just as the Cardinals are cooling down. Make your play on Ted Lilly and Chicago on Tuesday night when they travel to take on St. Louis.

White Sox and Blue Jays to go Over 8½ at nice +112 odds

By: We Cover Spreads | 5/17/2009 1:07 PM

Gavin Floyd has been a good Over pitcher this season, and he has been awful on the road with a 9.00 ERA. Surprisingly, the Over is also 6-2 in all Roy Halladay starts for the Blue Jays.

Cleveland Indians, Tampa Bay Rays in another slugfest, Over 9

By: We Cover Spreads | 5/15/2009 12:00 AM

Got offense? Tropicana Field will see plenty of runs tonight when Anthony Reyes and the Cleveland Indians get together with Scott Kazmir and the Tampa Bay Rays.

Cardinals +120 to deal Reds a loss

By: We Cover Spreads | 5/8/2009 7:10 PM

Johnny Cueto has been very solid this season, but he was awful in two starts vs. the Cardinals last year and he is catching a St. Louis lineup that has been killing right-handers. Joel Pineiro has pitched well vs. the Reds so far.

NBA Playoffs: Celtics, Bulls to go Under 200 in Game 3 today

By: We Cover Spreads | 4/26/2009 1:05 PM

The Celtics finally came to play defensively in Game 3, and as a result, they held the Bulls to 37 percent shooting. Look for another fine defensive performance and an Under here.

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