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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Week 2 of the 2024 NFL preseason gets underway with a single game Thursday night but then a full 13-game slate Saturday. Which bets stand out across the action at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes breaks it all down, discussing his three favorite bets of the week.
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Best Premier League Futures and Matchweek 1 Bets
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The English Premier League returns to action this week. Which futures should we consider prior to Friday's opening match? FanDuel Research's Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to preview the season, discussing his favorite futures bets at FanDuel Sportsbook and where he's seeing value across Matchweek 1's slate.…
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The first full preseason slate of the year is upon us with two games Thursday, three Friday, and a full offering on Saturday. Which bets stand out across Week 1 at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the action, discussing three totals he likes plus one team-wide prop worth considering.…
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NFL Hall of Fame Game Best Bets: Texans vs. Bears
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The NFL is officially back Thursday night as the Houston Texans take on the Chicago Bears in the Hall of Fame Game. Which bets stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the game, discussing who's playing, how each coaching staff handles the preseason, historic trends in the Hall of Fame Game, and his favorite bets of t…
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Best NFL Divisional Futures Bets for 2024
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With the NFL preseason getting underway Thursday, it's time to lock in futures for the 2024 season. Which divisional bets stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes goes division-by-division, breaking down which teams he thinks are worth targeting at their current odds.
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UFC 304 Best Bets: Edwards vs. Muhammad 2
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Leon Edwards and Belal Muhammad headline a robust card for UFC 304. Which bets stand out in that fight and across the rest of the card at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austin Swaim joins Jim Sannes to break it all down, discussing his view of the two title matches, his top moneylines on the sites, and which props are worth considering.…
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With the 2024 Summer Olympic Games about to get in full swing, it's time to look ahead at what may transpire. FanDuel Research staff members Annie Nader, Brandon Gdula, and Austan Kas join Jim Sannes to outline what their favorite bet is across all competitions for Paris 2024.
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Royal Troon Golf Club's Old Course will host the final major of the season, The Open Championship. Which bets stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula joins Jim Sannes to break it all down, discussing what we should know about The Old Course, how to view the favorites, and his top bets of the week.…
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The 2024 MLB Home Run Derby is tonight, and it comes with a tweaked format. How should that format influence how we view the event, and which bets stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the Derby, discussing those new rules, what we can learn from past winners, and his favorite bets of the night.…
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Euro 2024 and Copa America Championship Best Bets
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The championship matchups are now set in Euro 2024 and Copa America with England facing Spain before Colombia tries to topple Argentina. Which bets stand out for each match at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to discuss his read on top bets and props in Euro 2024 (4:00) before outlining whether Colombia can pull of…
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The semifinals are set for Euro 2024 with Spain dueling France while the Netherlands battles England. Which bets stand out for both matches at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss both matches, outlining who he thinks advances, top bets for each match, and his read on the Golden Boot market…
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The NASCAR Cup and Xfinity Series return to the streets of Chicago for a second time this weekend. Which bets stand out across both races at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes breaks down both races, discussing an outright in Cup on a driver desperate to win, two other non-outrights for the Grant Park 165, and two bets to consider fo…
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UEFA Euro 2024 Quarterfinals Betting Preview
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The quarterfinal matchups are set for UEFA Euro 2024. Which bets stand out across the four matches at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to break it all down, discussing current outright markets, a big match between Spain and Germany, and other bets Ed likes at FanDuel.…
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FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes details what the Covering the Spread show schedule will look like over the coming weeks.
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Alex Pereira is favored entering UFC 303 for his title fight with Jiri Prochazka. Can Pereira get the job done, or is Prochazka positioned for an upset? FanDuel Research's Austin Swaim joins Jim Sannes to preview the fight, discussing his view of the moneylines and props, other moneylines he's targeting across the card, and all of his favorite bets…
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With group play complete, the bracket is now set for the Round of 16 in EUFA Euro 2024. Which teams should we bump up or down based on the path they'll have to face? FanDuel Research's Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to discuss that, discussing implications of the bracket, futures he's targeting, and his favorite bets for the Round of 16 (4:14). Later,…
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Mikal Bridges to the Knicks and F1 in Austria
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The New York Knicks pulled off a stunner Tuesday night, acquiring Mikal Bridges from the Brooklyn Nets. What does this mean for the Knicks' futures markets at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to discuss fallout of the trade, including where we could find value in the Knicks in the futures market (4:49). Later, San…
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WNBA Commissioner's Cup and MLB Betting for Tuesday
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The WNBA's Commissioner's Cup will be handed out Tuesday as the New York Liberty battle the Minnesota Lynx. Which bets stand out for the final at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Annie Nader joins Jim Sannes to preview the game, discussing where she's value both in the traditional markets and with player props (2:54). Later, Sannes discusses …
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The Edmonton Oilers have won three straight, forcing a Stanley Cup-deciding Game 7 with the Florida Panthers tonight. Can the Oilers complete the comeback, or do the Panthers bounce back? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview the game, discussing who he thinks will lift the Cup and his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook.…
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UEFA Euro 2024 Initial Takeaways and Weekend Bets
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Most teams have seen the pitch at least twice during UEFA Euro 2024. What key takeaways can we have from the opening action of the group stages? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to dig into what he has noticed, discussing top-level takeaways, which teams have shifted up or down for him, and where he sees betting valu…
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Stanely Cup Finals Game 6 Betting Preview
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The Edmonton Oilers have won two in a row to force a Game 6 back in Edmonton Thursday night. Can they snag another win, or will the Florida Panthers claim the Stanley Cup? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview Game 6, discussing his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (4:15). Later, Sannes gives his favorite bets for this weeke…
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WNBA Betting for Tuesday 6/18 and Wednesday 6/19
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The WNBA has five games scheduled across Tuesday and Wednesday night. Where can we find betting value within those games at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Aidan Cotter joins Jim Sannes to break it all down, discussing his WNBA betting process, the futures market, and his favorite bets across both nights.…
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Both the NBA and Stanley Cup Finals saw their series extended thanks to wins from the Dallas Mavericks and Edmonton Oilers. Can the Boston Celtics and Florida Panthers lock down victories in Game 5? FanDuel Research's Austin Swaim joins Jim Sannes to preview both games, discussing his read on whether the Celtics can clinch the NBA Finals Monday nig…
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UEFA Euro 2024 gets underway Friday. Where can we find betting value across the event at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins Jim Sannes to preview the action, discussing how he builds his team-level rankings, which outrights and Golden Boot markets he likes, and early matches where he sees value.…
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NBA Finals Game 4 and Stanley Cup Finals Game 3
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After a win in Game 3, the Boston Celtics are a game away from winning the NBA Finals. Can they seal the deal Friday night in Game 4? FanDuel Research’s Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview discuss series prices as they face the Dallas Mavericks and his favorite bets for Game 4 (4:53). Later, Tom digs into Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals, outli…
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Golf's third major of the season is set to tee off Thursday with the US Open at Pinehurst No. 2. Which bets stand out for it at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula joins Jim Sannes to preview the event, discussing how he views Scottie Scheffler, which outrights he likes at FanDuel Sportsbook, and the non-outrights showing value in …
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WNBA Futures and Bets for Tuesday 6/11/24
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The WNBA season has progressed to the point where we've got at least a 10-game sample on most teams. What have been the key takeaways thus far, and what does it mean for the futures market? FanDuel Research's Annie Nader joins Jim Sannes to break it all down, discussing key differences between betting the NBA and WNBA, which futures she's eyeing at…
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Stanley Cup Finals Game 2 and NBA Finals Game 3
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Both the NBA and Stanley Cup Finals are starting to take shape as we enter Monday's action. Where can we find betting value both for individual games and for current series prices at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austin Swaim joins Jim Sannes to dig into the Boston Celtics versus the Dallas Mavericks and outlining his view of the series an…
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The Boston Celtics put a beatdown on the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Which bets stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook for Game 2? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to discuss his takeaways from the opener and his favorite bets for Sunday (3:53). Later, Sannes previews this week's NASCAR race in Sonoma and discusses his fav…
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Stanley Cup Finals Preview: Panthers vs. Oilers
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The Florida Panthers enter the Stanley Cup Finals as slim favorites over the Edmonton Oilers. Where can we find value across the series at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview the series, discussing his view of the series-level markets and his favorite bet in Game 1 (5:04). Later, Sannes outlines where he s…
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The final race of horse racing's Triple Crown is this weekend as they run the Belmont Stakes. Which horses stand out at FanDuel Racing? FanDuel TV's Christina Blacker joins Jim Sannes to preview the race, discussing what makes Saratoga Race Course unique, her view of the favorites, and which horses she likes most for Saturday.…
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The Boston Celtics are big favorites over the Dallas Mavericks in this year's NBA Finals. Is there value in betting either team outright at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview the Finals, discussing his read on the series prices, Finals MVP, and Game 1.
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Monday's MLB slate brings some enticing betting value in a variety of markets. Which bets stand out most at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the night's action, discussing two moneylines, one total, and one alt-market strikeout prop where he sees value.
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Saturday's UFC 302 is headlined by a match where Islam Makhachev is a big favorite over Dustin Poirier. Where can we find betting value in that match and others at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austin Swaim joins Jim Sannes to break down the main event, discuss his favorite bets within it, and outline other bets he likes across the entire …
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With two months in the books, we have a firm grasp on what to expect from each MLB team. Where can we find value in the futures market with this knowledge? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes digs into FanDuel Sportsbook's MLB futures and discusses which bets he thinks stand out most (3:25). Later, Sannes previews this week's NASCAR Cup Series race in Ga…
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NBA and NHL Betting for Wednesday 5/29 and Thursday 5/30
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Wednesday and Thursday feature key playoff games across the NBA and NHL Conference Finals. Which bets stand out across all three at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to break down the next two night's in the NHL (4:08) and his read on Game 5 between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Dallas Mavericks (13:05).…
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This week's Dinger Tuesday comes with plenty of potential value across various markets on the diamond. Which bets stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the action, discussing his favorite homer bet for Dinger Tuesday, a same-game parlay to consider, and other bets he likes across Tuesday night.…
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With the NFL's schedule now released, betting markets for all Week 1 games are up at FanDuel Sportsbook. Which bets are worth locking in now? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes breaks it all down, discussing the thought process to go through before betting a game this far in advance and five spots where his model shows value across the opening slate of …
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NBA and NHL Betting for Thursday 5/23 and Friday 5/24
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All four conference finals series across the NBA and NHL are in action across Thursday and Friday. Where can we find betting value for each game at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to break them all down, discussing his favorite bets across Game 2 in the NBA's conference finals (4:30) before digging into the next …
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Indy 500, Coca-Cola 600, and Monaco Grand Prix 2024 Preview
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The year's best day in motorsports is Sunday as the Indianapolis 500, Monaco Grand Prix, and Coca-Cola 600 are all set to take place. Which bets stand out for all three races? Dr. Nick Giffen of The Action Network joins Jim Sannes to give his thoughts on where he sees value for both Indy (4:30) and the Coke 600 (20:16) before Sannes discusses where…
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The matchups are set for the NBA's Conference Finals with the Boston Celtics facing the Indiana Pacers as the Minnesota Timberwolves square off with the Dallas Mavericks. Where can we find betting value across both series at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to break down both series, outlining his view of the seri…
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7 NFL Teams With Easy or Difficult Early-Season Schedules
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With the NFL's 2024 schedule now fully released, we know when teams should be expected to go through rough patches this fall. How should that impact the way we bet their futures at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes digs into the schedule, discussing five teams with difficult early-season schedules, two with easy ones, and how that s…
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Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk and EPL Matchweek 38
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Saturday's bout between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will unite boxing's heavyweight title belts. Which bets stand out for the fight at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Gabriel Santiago joins Jim Sannes to preview the fight, discussing who he think has the edge and which bets stand out (4:09). Later, Austan Kas joins to preview Sunday's clos…
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The 149th running of the Preakness Stakes is this Saturday at Pimlico Race Course. What do we need to know before betting the second race of the Triple Crown? FanDuel TV's Todd Schrupp joins Jim Sannes to preview the race, discussing intricacies of Pimlico, Mystik Dan's chances at another win, and his favorite bets of the weekend at FanDuel Racing.…
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NBA and NHL Betting for Wednesday 5/15 and Thursday 5/16
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Several NBA and NHL teams are on the brink of elimination with key playoff games looming the next two nights. Which bets stand out across those games at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview the next two nights in the NBA (3:02) along with three NHL games between Wednesday and Thursday (12:45).…
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Golf's second major is this week's PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club. Which golfers stand out as the best betting values at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula joins Jim Sannes to preview the event, discussing the course, whether Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler can maintain their elite form, and his favorite bets of the wee…
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Monday's MLB slate is robust with 14 total games on the schedule. Where can we find the best betting value at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes breaks it all down, discussing his favorite same-game parlay of the night, a dinger prop on a budding superstar, and other moneylines and totals where his models show value.…
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EPL Matchweek 37 and NASCAR in Darlington
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Arsenal versus Manchester United headlines Matchweek 37 as the English Premier League season winds down. Which bets stand out for that match and others at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to preview that match and discuss his favorite bets of the week (4:55). Later, Sannes previews this week's NASCAR races in Darli…
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Thursday night features a pair of playoff games in both the NBA and NHL. Where can we find betting value in each game at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview all four, discussing his view of a pair of Game 2s in the NBA (3:39) before digging into the night's NHL slate (10:42).…
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Wednesday night features one NBA game and two in the NHL. Which bets stand out across each of them at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to break down all three games, discussing his view of the NBA futures market and Game 2 between the Knicks and Pacers (5:22) before diving into both of tonight's NHL games (11:19).…
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