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The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The University of Pittsburgh's Daily Student Newspaper

The Pitt News
The Ohio State Buckeyes face off against the Penn State Nittany Lions this Saturday at Beaver Stadium.

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.
Louisville, one of the best offensive units in the conference, managed just two field goals while struggling to move the ball and protect their quarterback against Pitt.

What are the Odds: Full football slate awaits

By Ben Bobeck, Staff Writer • October 2, 2020
Welcome back to a new season of What Are The Odds.
Following the cancellation of most sports, and thus sports betting, betontheweather.io allows you to place bets on meteorologists’ high or low temperature predictions.

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.
A visibly moved Demi Lovato belts "Anyone" at the Grammy Awards on Jan. 26 after choking up initially. Bets are being placed on whether Lovato’s rendition of the national anthem will be longer than two minutes.

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.
AJ Dillon (2) ran for 178 yards and one touchdown in Boston College's win over Pitt.

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.
Nate Stanley (4) of the Iowa Hawkeyes warms up before a game against the Northwestern Wildcats.

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.
Minnesota quarterback Tanner Morgan (2) throws against Purdue.

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.
Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Jake Fromm (11) is 2-0 vs. Florida as a starter, with only one sack and one turnover.

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.
Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Justin Fields (1) calls out a play at the line of scrimmage during the first quarter of the NCAA football game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois, on Friday, Oct. 18.

What are the Odds: Ride-or-die with Rutgers

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • October 25, 2019
Some people have strange addictions like eating laundry detergent or couch cushions. For senior staff writer Ben Bobeck, it’s betting on Rutgers — and he has them locked in to cover this week.
LSU quarterback Joe Burrow (9) throws against Florida at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Saturday, Oct. 12. Host LSU won, 42-28.

What are the Odds: Lock in LSU, Los Angeles

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • October 17, 2019
Senior staff writer Ben Bobeck gives his best bets for the coming week in football after a slick showing in Week 7.
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