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There's Another Online Poker Cheating Scandal Going Viral
A recent RTA promotion on ACR highlights the ongoing challenges of policing cheating in online poker.
Saturday MLB Picks: Two AL Playoff Contenders Worth Backing
We break down two MLB betting plays for Saturday, including Toronto at Texas and Atlanta at Houston.
UFC 331 Best Bets: Three Main Card Picks for Van vs. Pantoja 2
Our UFC 331 betting picks include Patricio Pitbull vs. Doo-ho Choi, Alonzo Menifield vs. Iwo Baraniewski and Tai Tuivasa vs. Robelis Despaigne.
Week 3 College Football Picks: Betting LSU-Ole Miss and Other Key Matchups
Our college football Week 3 picks include LSU-Ole Miss, SMU-Louisville and West Virginia-Virginia, with bets on spreads and totals.
UFC 331 Underdog Pick: Why Brunno Ferreira Can Upset Edmen Shahbazyan
Brunno Ferreira is our UFC 331 underdog pick at +160. Here's why his durability, grappling and conditioning could trouble Edmen Shahbazyan.
Wealth in a Poor Man’s Game: Arman Tsarukyan Can Buy Anything Except the One Thing He Wants
Arman Tsarukyan grew up with money, but the UFC lightweight title remains the one thing he cannot buy ahead of UFC 331.
UFC 331 Line Movement: The Championship Rematch Completely Flipped
UFC 331 betting odds have shifted dramatically, including a major reversal in Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja ahead of Saturday's card.
These NFL Newcomers Made Their Presence Felt in Week 1
Kenneth Walker III, Isaiah Likely and Kirk Cousins made immediate impacts with their new teams during an impressive NFL Week 1.
UFC 331 Betting Splits: Where the Sharp Money Is Landing This Weekend
UFC 331 betting splits reveal major handle-versus-bets gaps for Marlon Vera, Tai Tuivasa and Mauricio Ruffy ahead of fight night.
Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja 2: The Numbers Behind a Must-See UFC Rematch
Joshua Van defends his flyweight title against Alexandre Pantoja in a rematch. Here are the key statistics behind Saturday's UFC main event.
Blue Jays vs. Rangers Friday Sept. 18 Best Bets, Props, Predictions
The Blue Jays face the Rangers in a crucial series opener. Here are the picks for Toronto ML, Over 7.5 and Dylan Cease strikeouts.
Morgan Freeman Celebrity Guest Picking on College Game Day Will Be Iconic
Morgan Freeman is the latest celebrity guest picker for College GameDay, bringing his legendary voice and Ole Miss ties to ESPN.
The Chicago Cubs Are the Best World Series Future in Baseball
The Cubs have baseball's best offense, and their +1700 World Series odds could offer value despite their pitching concerns.
MLB Thursday Best Bets: 3 Picks for the Playoff Race
Thursday's MLB best bets include the Rangers, Astros and Phillies as the postseason race intensifies across both leagues.
The AL Wild Card Race Is a Mess, and MLB Has Nobody to Blame but Itself
The AL Wild Card race is packed with flawed teams, and MLB's playoff format is rewarding a mediocre American League with postseason opportunities.
Belal Muhammad Wants Carlos Prates Next. Why?
Belal Muhammad wants to fight Carlos Prates despite a three-fight losing streak. Here's why the dangerous welterweight matchup makes sense.
Week 2 Thursday Night Football Best Bills vs. Lions Betting Prediction
Best: The Bills host the Lions on Thursday Night Football. Here's why Buffalo's home-field advantage and Detroit's injuries make the Bills the pick.
Tom Aspinall Gave up His UFC Title, but Is His Career Really Over?
Tom Aspinall still wants to fight, but a lengthy recovery from his eye injury has left the former UFC heavyweight champion's future uncertain.
Chiefs Might Be Back, and That’s Bad News for the NFL
Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs looked dangerous again Monday night, dominating the Broncos behind a huge game from Kenneth Walker III.
The NFL's Three Most Tortured Fanbases During Week 1
The Browns, Titans and Falcons all have major questions after Week 1. Here are three NFL teams already facing difficult seasons.
Lane Kiffin’s Ole Miss Return Is About to Get Very Ugly
Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss has created plenty of bad blood, especially with several former Rebels now playing key roles for LSU.
The Dodgers May Have Found Their Next October Weapon
Josue De Paula has made an immediate impact for the Dodgers. Could the 21-year-old rookie earn a role on Los Angeles' postseason roster?
MLB Best Bets Today: 3 Picks for Wednesday’s Packed Slate
Wednesday's MLB best bets include the Tigers, Dodgers and Marlins. Here are three picks for the 15-game slate.
5 Fights the UFC Needs To Make Next After UFC Noche
Jean Silva, Brandon Moreno, Alexa Grasso and David Martinez all have interesting options after Noche UFC. Here are five fights the UFC should make nex
MLB Postseason Race Is Heating Up With Two Weeks to Go
The Dodgers and Yankees clinched postseason spots Monday while the White Sox strengthened their hold on the AL Central. Here's the latest MLB playoff
NFL Week 1 Power Rankings: Seahawks Still Lead, Browns Fall to No. 32
The Seahawks sit atop our NFL power rankings after Week 1, while the Browns fall to No. 32. Here's where all 32 teams stand.
3 Fighters Who Stood Out on Saturday’s UFC Noche Card
Jean Silva, Brandon Moreno and Tommy McMillen delivered memorable performances at Noche UFC. Here's a look back at Saturday's biggest fights.
Dodgers vs. Reds Tuesday Bet Picks: 3 Best Predictions for September 15
The Dodgers face the Reds Tuesday in Cincinnati. Here are three MLB bets, including Yoshinobu Yamamoto outs and strikeouts plus Los Angeles on the run
Dana White’s Contender Series Week 6: Full Fight Card Picks
Dana White's Contender Series Week 6 picks include Mayton Perea, Igor Cavalcanti, Akbar Abdullaev and three other fighters to watch Tuesday.
College Football Top 25: Biggest Questions After Week 2
The SEC is surging, Oregon is falling and Virginia is making its case in the ACC. Here are the biggest questions after Week 2 of college football.
The U.S. Solheim Cup Team Gave Europe Perfect Bulletin Board Material
The U.S. Solheim Cup team celebrated Saturday night before Europe rallied to win Sunday. In hindsight, the scenes look even worse.
The Most Famous Times When Pro Wrestlers Made a Name in Another Promotion
From Hulk Hogan and Kurt Angle to Cody Rhodes and Jon Moxley, here are some of the biggest stars to make the jump between wrestling promotions.
6 NHL Youngsters Who Could Break Out in 2026-27
Gavin McKenna, Ivar Stenberg, Cole Hutson and four other young NHL players who could make their mark during the 2026-27 season.
The Arch Manning Sweepstakes Got More Complicated After NFL Week 1
The Arch Manning sweepstakes could be more complicated than expected as the Jets and Cardinals picked up surprising Week 1 wins.
Dodgers vs. Reds Picks: Three Bets for Monday Night
The Dodgers just dominated the Reds last week and now face Nick Lodolo again. Here are three bets for Monday's series opener in Cincinnati.
Patrik Antonius Just Lost the Biggest Heads-Up Poker Match Ever
Ossi Ketola defeated Patrik Antonius in a $20 million heads-up poker match on Jeju Island, winning the biggest televised poker battle ever.
Monday Night Football Week 1 Bet Picks for Broncos vs. Chiefs
The Broncos have a fully healthy offense and a favorable matchup against Kansas City's revamped secondary. Here's why Denver over 20.5 is the best bet
The Clippers Just Got Themselves Into a Five-Year Rut
The Clippers are facing a bleak future after losing five first-round picks and $30 million in the NBA's punishment over the Kawhi Leonard investigatio
Cowboys vs. Giants Prediction: Back Dallas to Score Big on Sunday Night Football
The Cowboys should have too much offensive firepower for the Giants, making Dallas over 25.5 points the best bet for Sunday Night Football.
Arch Manning Finally Gets His Ohio State Redemption
Arch Manning overcame a rough first half to lead Texas past Ohio State, finally answering the questions that followed him from last season.
Aaron Judge’s Return Has the Yankees Looking Like World Series Contenders Again
Aaron Judge's return has sparked the Yankees, who have won four straight and suddenly look much better equipped for a World Series run.
Sunday MLB Best Bets: Phillies and Astros Highlight Two Top Picks
Sunday's MLB best bets include the Phillies as an underdog against the Braves and the Astros looking to avoid a sweep against Tampa Bay.
Tommy McMillen Just Put the UFC Featherweight Division on Notice
Tommy McMillen remained undefeated with a wild win over Marwan Rahiki at Noche UFC 4, raising the question of how far his UFC hype can go.
Noche UFC Betting Picks: Jean Silva, Tommy McMillen and More
Check out three Noche UFC best bets, including Jean Silva, Tommy McMillen and Yousri Belgaroui on Saturday's card.
Saturday Sep. 12 MLB Expert Betting Picks as Playoff Pushes Intensify
Saturday's MLB best bets include Bryan Reynolds to homer, an over in Rangers-Diamondbacks and the Mariners to cover against the Athletics.
College Football Needs More Games Like Ohio State vs. Texas
Ohio State-Texas highlights a Week 2 slate that could show why college football needs more marquee non-conference matchups.
Jaylen Brown’s Boxing Debut Raises a Bigger Question for the Sixers
Jaylen Brown made his boxing debut in Nigeria, but taking that kind of risk while playing in the NBA is exactly why the Sixers are hard to trust.
Noche UFC Line Movement Report: Significant Odds Swings for Saturday
Noche UFC betting lines have moved sharply on Sean King, Brandon Moreno, David Martinez and other fighters ahead of Saturday's card.
Noche UFC Best Bets: Two KO Picks Worth Targeting
Noche UFC betting picks include Jean Silva by KO and Tommy McMillen by KO as two plays offering considerable value on Saturday's card.
Why Rafa Garcia Is the Best Underdog Bet at UFC Noche
Rafa Garcia is my favorite underdog bet for Noche UFC. Here's why my predictive model sees value on Garcia at +140 against Rongzhu.
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