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Editorial | Overzealous sports betting advertisements pose risks to many

By The Pitt News Editorial Board • November 2, 2023

Sports gambling advertisements are getting out of hand across nearly every sport in nearly every country with large fanbases.

What are the Odds: Bouncing back with bets on the gridiron and the pitch

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • October 29, 2020

After an unsuccessful college football slate last time around, senior staff writer Ben Bobeck hopes for a bounce back weekend on the sportsbook, putting his faith in Ohio State for a fierce rivalry matchup Saturday.

Lyke talks football scheduling, gambling and campus returns

By Stephen Thompson, Sports Editor • July 24, 2020

Athletic Director Heather Lyke said she is not encouraged by the way the COVID-19 pandemic mitigation is progressing. As cases continue to rise across the country — particularly in Pitt’s home of Allegheny County — she offered a pessimistic, yet not definitive answer to what she called “the million dollar question” — will college football be played in 2020?

What are the Odds: Scouring a barren gambling landscape

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • April 2, 2020

If you find yourself desperately looking to scratch the itch, here are a few options that might satisfy your gambling urges.

Opinion | Legalized sports betting is a horrible idea

By Ethan Tessler, Staff Columnist • February 25, 2020

The full legalization of sports betting will prey on individuals susceptible to the adrenaline rush and fast money associated with the act.

What are the Odds: Super Bowl LIV

By Michael Elesinmogun, Staff Writer • January 31, 2020

For gamblers, the Super Bowl offers the chance to make some of the oddest and most interesting prop bets an event can offer.

What are the Odds: Giving thanks to the Gophers, Rainbow Warriors

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • November 22, 2019

Senior staff writer and resident TPN degenerate Ben Bobeck is thankful for the Minnesota Golden Gophers and the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors over this pre-Thanksgiving weekend — and not just because of their unique mascots.

What are the Odds: Backyard Brawl headlines loaded weekend

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • November 15, 2019

Senior staff writer Ben Bobeck likes the under on Pitt and West Virginia's Friday-night basketball game, and is also picking the Minnesota Golden Gophers to come through big again.

What are the Odds: CFB 150 Edition

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • November 8, 2019

Senior staff writer Ben Bobeck is celebrating 150 years of college football — and a fourth straight week of successful picks — by winning four more prospective bets this week.

What are the Odds: Don’t shy away Fromm the under

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • November 1, 2019

After hitting on a three-team NBA parlay last week, senior staff writer and resident degenerate Ben Bobeck is now over .500 on the betting season — and ready to continue his hot streak.