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First look: Central Michigan at Notre Dame odds and lines

Looking at Saturday’s Central Michigan at Notre Dame college football odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Central Michigan Chippewas (1-1) and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish (3-0) meet Saturday at Notre Dame Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. ET (Peacock). Below, we look at Central Michigan vs. Notre Dame odds from FanDuel Sportsbook. Also see: SportsbookWire’s college football picks and predictions.

Central Michigan opened the season with a 31-7 loss at Michigan State in the season opener on Sept. 1, failing to come close to covering a 14-point number as the Under (44.5) cashed. The Chips fired up against New Hampshire of the FCS at Kelly/Shorts, posting a wild 45-42 win Saturday, although again they failed to cover as the Over (48.5) easily hit this time.

Notre Dame has had an odyssey to start the season. It won 42-3 in Dublin, Ireland, over Navy, it pounded Tennessee State of the FCS by a 56-3 count at home and then it outlasted NC State and Mother Nature in stormy Raleigh for a 45-24 win Saturday. The Irish are not only 3-0 straight up (SU), but 3-0 against the spread (ATS), too, and the Over has cashed in the last 2 outings.

Notre Dame is No. 11 in the USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll.

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Central Michigan at Notre Dame odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 2:11 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Off the board (OTB)
Against the spread (ATS): Central Michigan +33.5 (-110) | Notre Dame -33.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 55.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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2023 betting stats

ML: Central Michigan 1-1 | Notre Dame 3-0
ATS: Central Michigan 0-2 | Notre Dame 3-0
O/U: Central Michigan 1-1 | Notre Dame 2-1

Central Michigan at Notre Dame head-to-head

This is the 1st matchup between these institutions on the gridiron.

Central Michigan has lost 3 in a row against Power 5 teams, with its last win against Washington State in the Sun Bowl on Dec. 31, 2021.

Notre Dame is playing against a MAC team for the 1st time since Sept. 11, 2021, a 32-29 win over Toledo as a 16.5-point favorite as the Over (55) cashed that afternoon.

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First look: Colorado State at Colorado odds and lines

Looking at Saturday’s Colorado State at Colorado college football odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The Colorado State Rams (0-1) and the Colorado Buffaloes (2-0) meet on Saturday at Folsom Field in Boulder. Kickoff is scheduled for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we look at Colorado State at Colorado odds from BetMGM Sportsbook. Also see: SportsbookWire’s college football picks and predictions.

The Rams got off to an inauspicious start, falling 50-24 to Washington State in Fort Collins on Aug. 2. The team had a bye last Saturday, getting 2 full weeks to prepare for the Coach Prime experience in Boulder.

Colorado State was gouged for 556 total yards of offense, and 466 yards through the air, which doesn’t bode well for facing Colorado QB Shedeur Sanders, who already has completed 69 of 89 passes (77.5%) for 903 yards, 6 TD and 0 INT in just 2 games.

After a high-scoring game at TCU in the opener, CU was much better defensively against Nebraska at home Saturday. It allowed 341 total yards, while limiting Big Red to just 119 yards through the air. Colorado also forced 4 turnovers, winning the turnover ratio battle with a plus-3.

Colorado is No. 22 in the USA TODAY Sports AFCA Coaches Poll.

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Colorado State at Colorado odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 10:24 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Colorado State +900 (bet $100 to win $900) | Colorado -1600 (bet $1,600 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Colorado State +23.5 (-110) | Colorado -23.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 59.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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2023 betting stats

ML: Colorado State 0-1 | Colorado 2-0
ATS: Colorado State 0-1 | Colorado 2-0
O/U: Colorado State 1-0 | Colorado 1-1

Colorado State at Colorado head-to-head

These Rocky Mountain State rivals meet for the 1st time since Aug. 30, 2019. The Buffaloes are on a 5-game winning streak in the series, and they lead the all-time series 67-22-2.

The last time these teams met was in a neutral field in Denver, with the Buffs rumbling to a 52-31 victory. The last time these teams met on campus was at Colorado State, a 27-24 win by CU in Fort Collins on Sept. 19, 2015. The last time the Rams traveled to Boulder was Sept. 6, 2009, and CSU came away with a 23-17 victory.

The Under is 5-1 in the past 6 meetings, and 8-2 across the past 10 games in the series. CU is 4-0-1 ATS in the past 5 in the series, and 7-2-1 ATS in the past 10 encounters in this rivalry.

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Buffalo Bills at New York Jets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Buffalo Bills at New York Jets odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Buffalo Bills make the trip down to East Rutherford, N.J., on Monday to take on the New York Jets in the final game of Week 1. Kickoff at MetLife Stadium is scheduled for 8:15 p.m. E.T. (ESPN). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Bills vs. Jets odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

New York has its sights set on the playoffs and beyond after making a huge splash in the offseason with multiple free agency signings. Aside from having last season’s offensive and defensive rookies of the year, the Jets traded for legendary QB Aaron Rodgers and struck gold with the late free-agent addition of pro bowl RB Dalvin Cook to pair with dynamic Breece Hall in the backfield.

The Bills look to connect the dots with a comparable roster to the squad that’s led them to 3 consecutive AFC East crowns since 2020. An offense led by QB Josh Allen will continue to rely on his chemistry with premier WR Stefon Diggs. Buffalo will need to limit the giveaways and find that dynamic X-factor they can consistently rely on to push them over the top.

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Bills at Jets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 9:43 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bills -130 (bet $130 to win $100) | Jets +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread (ATS): Bills -1.5 (-110) | Jets +1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 45.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Bills at Jets key injuries

Bills

LB Von Miller (knee) PUP-R

Jets

Breece Hall (knee) Questionable

Bills at Jets picks and predictions

Prediction

Bills 27, Jets 20

Moneyline

The feeling around the Bills is they have all the pieces they need to win. Look for them to come out with a chip on their shoulder to start their 2023 campaign against the new-look Jets. WR Garrett Wilson and the rest of the Jets offense will do their best to avoid growing pains with Rodgers, but it’s quite inevitable. Look for the BILLS (-130) to force the Jets to play from behind all night.

Against the spread

BILLS -1.5 (-110) is a better play unless you think Buffalois only to win by a point. The Jets young, athletic defense led by DBs Sauce Gardner and D.J. Reed, have extremely bright futures ahead of them, but expect to see them out on the field a bit more than they would like.

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Over/Under

Over 45.5 (-110) is probably the right play here. Look for Rodgers to salvage some nice stats once the Jets fall behind. However, one can never count out the Hall of Famer and the extent to which he has an impact on the overall game. But I would STAY AWAY.

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First look: South Carolina at Georgia odds and lines

Looking at Saturday’s South Carolina at Georgia college football odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

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The South Carolina Gamecocks (1-1) head south to Athens to match up with the 2-time defending campion Georgia Bulldogs (2-0) in an SEC opener for both squads Saturday at 3:30 p.m. (CBS). Below, we look at South Carolina vs. Georgia odds from FanDuel Sportsbook. Also see: SportsbookWire’s college football picks and predictions.

After losing 31-17 to North Carolina in its opening game as a 3-point underdog in Charlotte, South Carolina took out its frustrations as a 17-point favorite on an overmatched Furman team 47-21 Saturday. Obviously, Furman is quite different from the athletes South Carolina will see in Georgia.

The Bulldogs routed Ball State 45-3 Saturday, covering as 41.5-point home favorites — they didn’t cover the 51-point spread in their season-opening 48-7 victory vs. UT Martin 2 weeks ago.

Georgia and South Carolina should be well-rested as both are coming off non-competitive games, but the Bulldogs do have the better athletes on both sides of the ball in this SEC matchup.

South Carolina QB Spencer Rattler was sacked 9 times in the loss to North Carolina. The Bulldogs defense will look to do the same, getting to Rattler early, which could lead to another lop-sided victory for the No. 1 team in the US LBM Coaches Poll powered by USA TODAY Sports.

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South Carolina at Georgia odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Sunday at 5:10 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Off the board
Against the spread (ATS): South Carolina +28 (-110) | Georgia -28 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 56.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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2023 betting stats

ML: South Carolina 1-1 | Georgia 2-0
ATS: South Carolina 1-1 | Georgia 1-1
O/U: South Carolina 1-1 | Georgia 0-2

South Carolina vs. Georgia head-to-head

Georgia is 8-2 in the past 10 games in the series, including wins in the last 3. The Bulldogs handed it to the Gamecocks 48-7 last season despite the game being in Columbia — Georgia covered as a 25-point favorite with the Under 56 cashing.

The Bulldogs’ average margin of victory during the 3-game winning streak is 32.3 points per game, scoring at least 40 points in each.

South Carolina managed to cover at least 4 of the last 10 games vs. Georgia, including 2021 in Athens as a 31.5-point underdog in a 40-13 defeat.

The Over is 7-3 in those 10 games, but 2-2 in the last 4.

South Carolina’s last win in the series was a 20-17 overtime victory at Georgia in 2019. It was quite an upset as the Gamecocks were 20.5-point underdogs.

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San Diego Padres at Houston Astros odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s San Diego Padres at Houston Astros odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The San Diego Padres (67-76) and Houston Astros (81-62) wrap up a 3-game series Sunday at Minute Maid Park. First pitch is scheduled for 2:10 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Padres vs. Astros odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: tied 1-1

The Padres lost 7-5 as +108 underdogs in the 2nd game of the series Saturday. San Diego had a 2-run lead after 4 innings before allowing 5 runs in the 5th.

DH Yordan Álvarez hit a solo HR in the 3rd inning, and RF Kyle Tucker added 2 RBIs to surpass 100 on the season. Houston has won 4 of 5 and owns a 1½-game lead over the Seattle Mariners in the AL West.

Padres at Astros projected starters

RHP Matt Waldron vs. RHP J.P. France

Waldron (0-2, 5.12 ERA) makes his 3rd start and 5th appearance. The rookie has a 1.29 WHIP, 2.3 BB/9 and 6.5 K/9 in 19 1/3 innings.

Last outing: No-decision, 4 2/3 IP, 3 ER, 8 H, 1 BB, 3 K in relief during 9-7 home loss vs. Philadelphia Phillies Monday
Last start: Loss, 5 IP, 5 ER, 5 H, 3 BB, 5 K in 6-4 home loss vs. Arizona Diamondbacks on Aug. 19
First career road game
Never faced the Astros before

France (10-5, 3.72 ERA) makes his 21st start and 22nd appearance. The rookie has a 1.31 WHIP, 2.8 BB/9 and 6.8 K/9 in 121 innings.

Last start: No-decision, 5 IP, 5 ER, 6 H, 3 BB, 5 K in 13-6 victory at Texas Rangers Monday
2023 home stats: 4-3, 4.91 ERA (58 2/3 IP, 32 ER) in 10 starts
Never faced the Padres before

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Padres at Astros odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:42 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Padres +120 (bet $100 to win $120) | Astros -145 (bet $145 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Padres +1.5 (-155) | Astros -1.5 (+125)
Over/Under (O/U): 10 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Padres at Astros picks and predictions

Prediction

Astros 4, Padres 3

Moneyline

The ASTROS (-145) should take this series Sunday with Waldron on the mound for the Padres. Waldron will be making just his 3rd career start and will be playing in his 1st career road game.

France had a poor showing last time out but has allowed 2 or fewer earned runs in 8 of his last 10 outings.

BET ASTROS (-145).

Run line/Against the spread

The Astros are just 26-38 on the run line this season as home favorites, according to TeamRankings.com. San Diego +1.5 (-155) will likely hit, but there’s no need to pay the higher price on the run line when Houston ML is the better play.

PASS. Bet the moneyline and/or the total instead.

Over/Under

France should bounce back after allowing 5 earned runs in his last start. While Sunday will be Waldron’s 1st career road game, the Astros average just 4.49 runs per game at home (18th in MLB). With France on the mound and the Astros’ offensive struggles at home, I believe that UNDER 10 (-110) is the better play in Sunday’s matchup.

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SportsbookWire’s NFL Week 1 picks: ML, ATS and O/U predictions for all games

The SportsbookWire staff makes their NFL Week 1 picks and predictions for moneylines, spreads and totals.

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The SportsbookWire.com staff sure is — with their Week 1 NFL picks below.

The 2023-24 NFL season kicks off with QB Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs beginning defense of their Super Bowl title at home Thursday against the Detroit Lions at 8:20 p.m. ET (NBC).

Opening week features 8 division games — one being the Carolina Panthers and QB Bryce Young (Alabama), the No. 1 overall 2023 NFL Draft pick, at the Atlanta Falcons and rookie RB Bijan Robinson (Texas), the No. 8 pick.

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The other division battles include the Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns, the Jacksonville Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts, the Green Bay Packers at Chicago Bears, the Las Vegas Raiders at Denver Broncos, the Los Angeles Rams at Seattle Seahawks, the Dallas Cowboys at New York Giants in the Sunday night tilt (8:20 p.m. ET, NBC) and the Buffalo Bills visiting the New York Jets and their new QB in Aaron Rodgers in the Monday Night Football showdown (8:15 p.m. ET, ESPN/ABC).

Joining the Lions-Chiefs as some of the interesting non-division games are the Houston Texans and No. 2 overall pick QB C.J. Stroud at the Baltimore Ravens, the Philadelphia Eagles at the New England Patriots and the Miami Dolphins traveling west to face the Los Angeles Chargers.

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Arizona Diamondbacks at Chicago Cubs odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Arizona Diamondbacks at Chicago Cubs odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Arizona Diamondbacks (75-68) and Chicago Cubs (76-67) meet for the finale of a 4-game series Sunday. First pitch from Wrigley Field is set for 2:20 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Diamondbacks vs. Cubs odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: Diamondbacks lead 3-0

Arizona won 3-2 as a +125 road underdog in the 10th inning on Saturday for its 3rd straight win in the series. The D-backs scored twice in the 10th, first on a wild pitch then on an RBI single from RF Tommy Pham.

Arizona has won 4 straight and is 6-4 in its last 10 and 37-33 on the road. Chicago fell to 40-34 at home with its 3rd straight loss. The Cubs are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Diamondbacks at Cubs projected starters

RHP Brandon Pfaadt vs. RHP Kyle Hendricks

Pfaadt (1-8, 6.27 ERA) makes his 16th start. The rookie has a 1.46 WHIP, 2.9 BB/9 and 8.2 K/9 in 74 2/3 innings.

Last start: Loss, 3 2/3 IP, 3 ER, 6 H, 2 BB, 4 K in a 3-2 home loss Tuesday vs. the Colorado Rockies
First career start vs. Chicago

Hendricks (5-7, 3.73 ERA) makes his 21st start. He has a 1.14 WHIP, 1.2 BB/9 and 6.2 K/9 in 115 2/3 innings.

Last start: No-decision, 5 1/3 IP, 4 ER, 7 H, 0 BB, 5 K in an 11-8 home win Tuesday vs. San Francisco Giants
Career vs. Arizona: 4-3, 3.83 ERA (54 IP, 23 ER), 1.20 WHIP, 8 K/9 in 9 starts

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Diamondbacks at Cubs odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:58 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Diamondbacks +128 (bet $100 to win $128) | Cubs -152 (bet $152 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Diamondbacks +1.5 (-160) | Cubs -1.5 (+132)
Over/Under (O/U): 9 (O: +100 | U: -122)

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Diamondbacks at Cubs picks and predictions

Prediction

Diamondbacks 5, Cubs 3

Moneyline

LEAN DIAMONDBACKS (+128).

While these are 2 evenly-matched teams, the Diamondbacks have been dominant over the Cubs in recent matchups. Arizona is 3-0 vs. Chicago in this series and 6-1 in the last 7 meetings with Chicago. The Diamondbacks are also the hotter team as they are 5-1 in their last 6 overall.

This is only a lean because the Cubs are at home and they are 2-1 in Hendricks’ last 3 starts vs. Arizona.

Run line/Against the spread

PASS.

I’m a fan of the Diamondbacks to cover, but not at this price. Bet on the moneyline and/or total instead.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 9 (-122).

The Under has hit in all 3 games of this series and is also 7-3 in the last 10 Arizona-Chicago matchups overall. For Arizona the Under is 7-3 in its last 10 overall and for Chicago the Under is 8-2 in its last 10.

The Under is also 4-1 in Hendricks’ last 5 starts overall and 2-1 in his last 3 starts vs. Arizona. The Under is 3-1-1 in Pfaadt’s last 5 starts.

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Miami Marlins at Philadelphia Phillies odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Miami Marlins at Philadelphia Phillies odds and lines, with MLB expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Miami Marlins (73-69) and Philadelphia Phillies (78-63) wrap up their 3-game set at Citizens Bank Park Sunday. First pitch is slated for 1:05 p.m. ET (MLB Network). Let’s analyze Fanduel Sportsbook’s lines around the Marlins vs. Phillies odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: tied 5-5

The Marlins look to win their 3rd straight series on Sunday. Miami has won 7 of their last 9 games by outscoring their opponents 55-42. The Fish are 33-37 on the road this season.

The Phillies have struggled to get a win streak going, losing 5 of their last 9 games. The pitching has failed to keep them in ball games allowing more than 5 runs per game over this stretch. Philadelphia is 42-27 at home this season.

Marlins at Phillies projected starters

LHP Steven Okert vs. LHP Ranger Suarez

Okert (3-1, 3.44 ERA) makes his 2nd start and 57th appearance. He has a 1.15 WHIP, 3.6 BB/9 and 11.2 K/9 in 52 1/3 innings.

Last appearance: No-decision, 2/3 IP, 0 ER, 1 H, 0 BB, 2 K in relief in 3-2 win at the Philadelphia Phillies Friday
2023 road stats: 2-1, 3.00 ERA (27 IP, 9 ER), .198 OBA in 28 appearances

Suarez (2-6, 3.91 ERA) will make his 19th start. He has a 1.44 WHIP, 3.3 BB/9 and 8.3 K/9 in 101 1/3 innings.

Last start: No-decision, 4 IP, 2 ER, 5 H, 2 BB, 5 K in 4-2 victory at the Milwaukee Brewers on September 3
2023 vs. Marlins: 0-1, 3.00 ERA (12 IP, 4 ER), 1 HR, 6 BB, 7 K in 2 starts
2023 home stats: 0-3, 5.03 ERA (48 1/3 IP, 27 ER), .263 opponent batting average (OBA) in 9 starts

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Marlins at Philllies odds

Provided by Fanduel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Marlins +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Phillies -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Run line (RL)/Against the spread (ATS): Marlins +1.5 (-134) | Phillies -1.5 (+112)
Over/Under (O/U): 9.5 (O: -102 | U: -120)

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Marlins at Phillies picks and predictions

Prediction

Marlins 5, Phillies 4

Moneyline

BET MARLINS (+160).

I think this game is closer than the odds would lead you to believe. The Marlins are playing more consistently than the Phillies and I believe they can win this game. I also love the +160 you are getting for a pretty even matchup on Sunday afternoon. Don’t bet the farm but go with a half unit.

Run line/Against the spread

AVOID.

I am not going to touch the run line. I don’t believe the Phillies cover and the -134 odds for the Marlins getting the 1 1/2 does not entice me either. I’ll just stick with the moneyline.

Over/Under

PASS.

My lean would be the under but I am not confident enough to take this bet. In their 10 meetings this season, these teams have gone Under this total in 7 of them.

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Philadelphia Eagles at New England Patriots odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Philadelphia Eagles at New England Patriots Week 1 odds and lines, with expert NFL picks and predictions.

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The Philadelphia Eagles and the New England Patriots open their 2023 NFL regular seasons at the Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass., on Sunday. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET (CBS). Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Eagles vs. Patriots odds, and make our expert NFL picks and predictions.

The defending NFC champion Eagles went 5-0 straight-up (SU) against the AFC in the 2022 regular season, while ending up 3-2 against the spread (ATS) in those outings. Of course, Philly lost and failed to cover in the Super Bowl vs. the Kansas City Chiefs, too.

The Patriots went 2-3 SU and 3-2 ATS in 5 games against the NFC last season, while the Over held a 3-2 edge in those outings.

QB Mac Jones reportedly had a good training camp and preseason, and he’ll match up against another player who spent time at the University of Alabama, QB Jalen Hurts. The two were teammates from 2017-19 in Tuscaloosa.

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Eagles at Patriots odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Eagles -190 (bet $190 to win $100) | Patriots +155 (bet $100 to win $155)
Against the spread (ATS): Eagles -4 (-110) | Patriots +4 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 44.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Eagles at Patriots key injuries

Eagles

No major injuries

Patriots

CB Jack Jones (hamstring) out
OG Mike Onwenu (ankle) questionable
WR DeVante Parker (knee) questionable
RB Rhamondre Stevenson (illness) questionable
OG Cole Strange (knee) questionable

Eagles at Patriots picks and predictions

Prediction

Eagles 29, Patriots 15

Moneyline

The Eagles (-190) are a little on the expensive side for a singular bet. If you were to take Philadelphia as part of a multi-team parlay, it isn’t a bad idea to include it. However, just straight up, PASS, and look to the spread instead.

Against the spread

The EAGLES -4 (-110) are a popular play, and they’re worth playing even if the line were to go to -4.5 before kickoff.

The Patriots +4 (-110) might be without the downfield threat Parker, and Stevenson was a late addition to the injury report due to a stomach bug. He is expected to play, but perhaps new addition RB Ezekiel Elliott could see a few more touches.

Parker appears to be more in danger of sitting with his ailment. That would leave WRs Kendrick Bourne and JuJu Schuster-Smith to start, with rookie WRs Kayshon Boutte and Demario Douglas as the other options. In other words, that’s news for the Philly D.

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Over/Under

UNDER 44.5 (-110) is the lean, but go with a half-unit play at most.

Again, Stevenson might be gutting it out while under the weather, the receiving corps for the Patriots is shabby, and New England could struggle to score points. The Pats D is solid, and it could limit the Eagles somewhat. Toss in the fact that thunderstorms are in the forecast, with a 60% chance of precipitation through at least the 1st half, and it could be a sloppy, wet track, too.

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Dallas Wings at Atlanta Dream odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Dallas Wings at Atlanta Dream odds and lines, with WNBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Dallas Wings (21-18) and the Atlanta Dream (19-20) wrap up the regular season Sunday. Tip-off from Gateway Center Arena at College Park is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Wings vs. Dream odds, and make our expert WNBA picks and predictions.

The Wings are locked into the No. 4 seed in the playoffs and home-court advantage in the 1st round, so it remains to be seen how hard Dallas will go in this road game. Will the Dallas ‘Big 3’ of F Natasha Howard, G Arike Ogunbowale and F Satou Sabally play the entire way, or will their minutes be curbed to rest for the playoffs since it is locked into its seed?

The Dream are currently in the No. 5 seed, but they could fall to the No. 6 seed with a loss. Atlanta has managed to cover 7 of the past 10 home meetings with Dallas, and the Dream have cashed in 5 of the past 6 home contests overall.

Wings at Dream odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Wings +100 (bet $100 to win $100) | Dream -120 (bet $120 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Wings +1.5 (-110) | Dream -1.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 171.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Wings at Dream picks and predictions

Prediction

Dream 89, Wings 84

Moneyline

The DREAM (-120) are playing to keep their seed and set up a rematch with the Wings in the 1st round of the playoffs starting later this week.

Atlanta has something to play for, while Dallas is locked into its seed. It remains to be seen if the Wings will play their stars all the way to the buzzer, or rest them a bit. The Dream are easily the more motivated team, especially at home.

Against the spread

The DREAM -1.5 (-110) is a little cheaper, and worth laying the point and a half if you like Atlanta at home unless you strongly feel Atlanta will win only by a single point.

The Wings are just 2-8 ATS in the past 10 games when working on a day of rest and are 1-4 ATS in the past 5 against losing teams.

The Dream have covered 5 of the past 6 games at home while going 7-3 ATS in the past 10 games when hosting the Wings.

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Over/Under

The OVER 171.5 (-110) is the lean, but go lightly in this season finale.

The Over is an amazing 17-4 in the past 21 games overall for the Wings and is 10-1 in their last 11 games against Eastern Conference foes. The Over is also a perfect 11-0 in the past 11 games after a straight-up win, while going 10-1 in the past 11 games following a cover.

For the Dream, the Over has cashed in 7 straight games against winning teams, while hitting in 4 of the past 5 games against Western Conference foes. The Over is 15-6 in the past 21 meetings between these teams in Atlanta, too.

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