Despite Struggles vs Raiders, Kyler Murray’s OROY Odds Continue Getting Shorter
Even though he struggled mightily in his second NFL preseason start. Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray remains heavy favorite to be NFL OROY.
Robert Duff
2018
Sports Writer
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Josh Allen’s (Jaguars) 2019 Defensive Rookie of the Year Odds Continue to Fade Entering Week 2 of Preseason
Josh Allen’s NFL average defensive rookie of the year odds are at +1400. The Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker opened at odds of +600.
Cardinals Back Among Top-Ten World Series Favorites; Mets Drop Out
The average odds for the St. Louis Cardinals to win the 2019 World Series improved from +3167 to +2300 in the past week. Is this an overreaction or should bettors wager on a streaking St Louis team before it’s too late? Bob Duff analyzes the stats and trends.
Lakers 2020 NBA Championship Odds Fade to +500 Following Cousins ACL Tear
The Los Angeles Lakers odds for the NBA title in 2019-20 have taken a significant hit, falling to +500 and tied with the Milwaukee Bucks after DeMarcus Cousins ACL tear was confirmed this week.
Andreescu, Barty See US Open Odds Rise as Stephens, Gauff Fall
Both Bianca Andreescu and Ashleigh Barty have seen their odds take a leap in regards to the US Open, while Americans Sloane Stephens and Coco Gauff have both been fading. Who’s the best bet for the tennis season’s last major?
Do Rockets or Warriors Now Present Better Value as Championship Bet After Cousins’ Injury
With Boogie Cousins reportedly suffering a torn ACL injury and leaving the Lakers with just JaVale McGee as a proven center option, do either of the Rockets or Warriors provide better value at their current odds for a championship bet out West?
How Much Does McNeil Injury Hurt Mets’ Chances of Winning the NL Pennant, World Series?
The New York Mets lost .332 hitter Jeff McNeil (hamstring injury) and have dropped two games in a row, hampering their playoffs odds. Is there any value backing or fading the Loveable Losers as the 2019 MLB playoffs approach?
Trump’s Odds to Be Re-Elected in 2020 (-130) Are Shortest They Have Ever Been
Donald Trump’s odds at re-election in 2020 have hit -130, the lowest they’ve been since Trump became POTUS in November of 2016. Is there any chance at a Democratic upset in the coming election, or is the United States looking at four more years of The Donald in office?
BetOnline Moves Andrew Yang Ahead of Pete Buttigieg in Democratic Nomination Odds
BetOnline has moved Andrew Yang ahead of Pete Buttigieg in the odds to gain the 2020 Democratic Presidential nomination. Is now a good time to wager on the New York entrepreneur? Is the mayor of South Bend being written off too soon? Bob Duff analyzes the current landscape through a betting lens.
MyBookie’s Odds Favor Washington State’s Ol’ Crimson Flag Flying at Magic Kingdom on College Gameday
Washington State’s Ol’ Crimson flag has flown at every episode of ESPN’s College GameDay since 2003, but with this year’s debut inside Disney’s Magic Kingdom, will the streak stay alive? See what MyBookie’s odds say here.
2019 UEFA Super Cup Odds & Pick: Liverpool vs Chelsea
Champions League winners Liverpool will take on Europa League winners Chelsea in the 2019 UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday. We’re breaking down the best bet for the match here.
Raheem Sterling & Marcus Rashford’s EPL Golden Boot Odds Shorten to +600 and +1000
With five goals between them on the opening EPL weekend, odds have shortened on both Raheem Sterling and Marcus Rashford for the EPL’s Golden Boot.
Bayern Munich -400 Favorites to Win Bundesliga Ahead of Season Opener; Dortmund Distant Second-Favorites at +410
The German Bundesliga season begins on Friday and as expected Bayern Munich are heavy favorites to win the title once again. But could Dortmund or another side upset the table?
Nationals Still in Striking Distance of Braves; Division Odds Improve to +600
The Washington Nationals are 6.5 games behind the NL East-leading Atlanta Braves. BetOnline lists them at +600 to win the division. Is there any value betting on the Nats with Max Scherzer still on the injured list and the bullpen in shambles, despite deadline additions?
Bovada Favors Devin Bush to Win 2019 NFL DROY After Impressive Preseason Debut
Pittsburgh LB Devin Bush is now Bovada’s +500 favorite to win NFL DROY odds. Is the betting value on the former Michigan Wolverine, or is an edge rusher like Nick Bosa better value at slightly longer odds, in spite of injury concerns?
Mets’ NL Pennant Odds Jump from +6000 to +1900 in One Week
The New York Mets have won 14 of 15 games. Their 2019 NL Pennant odds improved from +6000 to +1900 in a week. Is there any value betting on the hottest team in baseball to keep up this run all the way through October?
Jets Fall Out of Top-12 Stanley Cup Favorites
The odds of the Winnipeg Jets winning the 2020 Stanley Cup have fallen from +1800 to +2200. Is there reason to be concerned about Blake Wheeler, Patrick Laine and company, or is this an overreaction to a quiet offseason? Bob Duff offers his betting advice on the Central Division contenders.
Houston Rockets 4-1 Odds to Win NBA Western Conference One Month After Russell Westbrook Trade
The average NBA Western Conference odds of the Houston Rockets shortened from +830 to +400 since adding Russell Westbrook over the past month. Are they good value to win the West?
Daniel Jones’ NFL OROY Odds Still Listed at 35-1 After Impressive Preseason Debut
After an impressive NFL preseason opener, is there any value betting New York Giants’ QB Daniel Jones at 35-1 to be NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year?
South Africa’s 2019 Rugby World Cup Odds Improve to +710; Are Springboks Still Elite?
South Africa’s average odds of winning the 2019 Rugby World Cup at online sportsbooks have improved from +840 to +710. Are the Springboks a good value bet at that price or are they being overvalued, considering that they are grouped with the All Blacks in round-robin play?