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Jalen Hurts (1) of the Oklahoma Sooners breaks free on a run from Osa Odighizuwa (92) of the UCLA Bruins during the first half of a game on at the Rose Bowl on Sept. 14 in Los Angeles.

What are the Odds: Maintaining momentum in Week 7

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • October 10, 2019
After benefiting from some late covers last week, staff writer Ben Bobeck looks to keep the momentum rolling — and money flowing — in this week's column.
Auburn quarterback Bo Nix (10) looks to throw a pass against Mississippi State at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama, on Sept. 28.

What are the Odds: Avenging last week’s picks

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • October 3, 2019
With an enticing slate of college football and NFL games this weekend, senior staff writer Ben Bobeck gives his best bets.
Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor (23) during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Central Michigan Saturday, Sept. 7.

What are the odds: Take Wisconsin, Rutgers to cover

By Ben Bobeck, Senior Staff Writer • September 26, 2019
It’s usually not wise to bet in favor of Rutgers football, but senior staff writer Ben Bobeck likes the Scarlet Knights to cover the large spread against underachieving Michigan on Saturday.
Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) drops back to pass against Clemson at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina, on Saturday, Sept. 7. Clemson won, 24-10.

What are the odds: Football weekend

By Ben Bobeck, Staff Writer • September 19, 2019
Staff writer Ben Bobeck breaks down his best bets of the weekend, including one pick involving Pitt's own football team.
The Orlando Magic's Nikola Vucevic (9) dunks over the New York Knicks' Mario Hezonja, left, at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida, on Wednesday, April 3. The Magic won, 114-100.

What are the odds: NBA Playoff weekend

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • April 12, 2019
The Warriors are the favorite to win the NBA Finals at 1-2 odds, with the Bucks at 6-1 and the Houston Rockets right behind at 8-1.
Kihei Clark (0) of the Virginia Cavaliers.

What are the odds: Final Four picks

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • April 5, 2019
In the Final Four, Auburn’s fast-paced offense could cause problems for Virginia, while Texas Tech’s stifling defense will make for a low-scoring affair against Michigan State.
Coby White (2) of the North Carolina Tar Heels looks on against the Duke Blue Devils during their game in the semifinals of the 2019 Men's ACC Basketball Tournament at Spectrum Center on March 15, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina.

What are the odds: March Madness Sweet 16

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • March 29, 2019
All four of the games on Friday are the top four seeds from the regions, potentially making for great-quality games.
Ethan Happ (22) of the Wisconsin Badgers.

What are the odds: Friday March Madness

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • March 21, 2019
The first weekend of the tournament is always a spectacle, filled with upsets and exciting games — and it’s the best weekend to gamble, with games on all day Thursday through Sunday. Let the Madness begin.
The Oklahoma City Thunder's Paul George (13) shoots over the Miami Heat's Justise Winslow in the third quarter at AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami on Feb. 1. The Thunder won, 118-102.

What are the odds: NBA March Madness

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • March 8, 2019
The NBA season starts winding down and teams are competing for final playoff spots, while the NCAA March Madness Tournament begins in just two weeks.
Light Heavyweight Jon Jones retains his title against Swedish fighter Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 165 at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto in September 2013.

What are the odds: UFC 235

By Colin Martin, Staff Writer • March 1, 2019
UFC 235 has one of the best fight lineups in a long time, with both the welterweight and light heavyweight bouts having appeal.
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