Covering the Spread

Feb 03 2025 826 ep. 30 mins 59

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A daily sports-betting podcast hosted by FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes and a rotating group of analysts, Covering the Spread outlines where you can find value at FanDuel Sportsbook when betting football, basketball, baseball, golf, NASCAR, and more.

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Best 2025 Super Bowl Spread, Total, and Team Total Bets

Feb 03 2025 18 mins

Now that we're officially into Super Bowl week, it's time to start filling out our betslips. Beginning with traditional markets, where can we find value at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes digs into what his model says about the spread and total, his preferred routes for taking advantage of any edges, and other bets he likes for the Kansas City Chiefs a

Super Bowl LIX Spread and Total Predictions for Chiefs vs. Eagles

Jan 27 2025 16 mins

The matchup for Super Bowl LIX is now set as the Kansas City Chiefs will take on the Philadelphia Eagles. How should we view the opening spread and total for the game at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes digs into what his model says, laying out its predictions for the contest and where he sees value in the traditional markets.

Best NFL Player Props and Touchdown Bets for the Conference Championships

Jan 24 2025 30 mins

Both NFL Conference Championship Games have dynamic players tied to fun prop markets. Which player props stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Aidan Cotter joins Jim Sannes to preview both the AFC and NFC Conference Championship Games, laying out his top props and touchdown picks of the week.

NFL Conference Championships Best Bets and Predictions

Jan 23 2025 22 mins

The NFL Conference Championships are approaching with two exciting games just a couple days away. Which bets stand out in each at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel TV's Meghan Payton joins Jim Sannes to preview both games, discussing whether the Washington Commanders can pull off another upset against the Philadelphia Eagles and who will come out on top between the Buffalo Bills and

NFC and AFC Conference Championship Games NFL Spread and Total Predictions

Jan 20 2025 15 mins

Now that the matchups are set, where can we find betting value in the AFC and NFC Conference Championship Games at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews both games, discussing which moneyline he likes as the Washington Commanders face the Philadelphia Eagles and his read on the next great duel between the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs.

Best NFL Divisional Round Player Props and Touchdown Bets

Jan 17 2025 23 mins

We've got tons of superstar players set to take the field in the NFL's Divisional Round. Which props stand out across the action at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Annie Nader joins Jim Sannes to preview the slate, discussing her favorite player props, which touchdown bets she likes, and an SGP worth considering.

NFL Divisional Round Best Bets and Predictions

Jan 16 2025 27 mins

The NFL's Divisional Round presents us with four intriguing matchups, headlined by the Baltimore Ravens at Buffalo Bills on Sunday night. Which bets stand out for each game at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel TV's Meghan Payton joins Jim Sannes to preview all four games, laying out her read on each and her favorite bets of the week.

Best Bets and Player Props for Ohio State vs. Notre Dame in the College Football National Championship Game

Jan 15 2025 24 mins

Which bets stand out for Monday's College Football National Championship Game between Ohio State and Notre Dame? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins Jim Sannes to preview the game, discussing his read on the traditional markets and which player props he likes. Later, Feng previews the NFL's Divisional Round, outlining where he sees betting value there.

NFL Divisional Round Spread and Total Predictions for Every Game

Jan 14 2025 18 mins

All four matchups for the NFL's Divisional Round are now set. Which bets stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook when we dig into the initial betting odds? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the action, going through all four games and discussing where his model's spread and total predictions sit before outlining his favorite bets of the week.

Best NFL Best and Player Props for Vikings vs. Rams on Wild Card Weekend

Jan 13 2025 16 mins

NFL Wild Card Weekend wraps up Monday night as the Minnesota Vikings take on the Los Angeles Rams. Which bets stand out within that game at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the game, discussing his model's read on the spread and the total, which player props he likes, and an SGP he thinks is worth consideration.