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The Easiest Sports To Go Pro for in 2025
Dreaming of becoming a professional athlete? While talent and hard work are essential, your odds of going pro depend just as much on the sport you choose and where you live.
At The Sports Geek, we’ve done the research to uncover which sports and states give you the best shot at going pro—and which paths are nearly impossible. Let’s break it down.
Not all sports are created equal whe...
Can You Beat the Geek for a Free Trip to an NFL Game?
We're excited to announce Beat the Geek: a free NFL handicap contest with prizes worth over $15,000! Challenge our artificial intelligence model (aka the Geek) with your NFL picks for a chance to win a trip to an NFL game for two, MacBook Pro, AirPods Pro, and more.
Each week of the 2024–25 NFL regular season, the Geek will submit picks against the spread (ATS), while you can submit your own A...
NBA Strength of Schedule: How Much Does Travel Distance Matter?
Most people ignore travel distance and rest days when talking about NBA strength of schedule, focusing only on how good the opposition is. While this is definitely the most important factor, gruesome travels and lack of rest shouldn’t be ignored.
I’m going to dig into the numbers for the 2024-25 season of how far teams are traveling, the number of rest days, and how it correlates to strength o...
Best NHL Player Prop Bets Today: Free Prop Bet Predictions
Picking the best NHL player props today can be time-consuming, but our hockey experts are here to help! They will share their prop bet predictions daily from October to the Stanley Cup Final in June, including NHL anytime goal scorer predictions, shots on goal bets, and more.
Here are our daily NHL player prop predictions for today, December 23:
PROP BETMATCHUPODDSBOOKIEAnytime Goalscorer...
NBA First Basket Predictions for Tonight: Best First Basket Scorer Bets
What are the best NBA first basket predictions for tonight? Our experts made sure to check the stats and the latest odds, before sharing their top picks for first basket scorer today.
Here's a quick overview of our first basket betting picks, and you can find our reasoning in the next section.
PLAYERMATCHUPODDSBOOKMAKERDonovan Mitchell (CLE) First BasketUtah Jazz vs. Cleveland Cavaliers+...
Best NBA Player Props Today: Our Best Bets for Tonight
Our experts deliver their best NBA player props daily in this article, after doing the hard work and digging through all the basketball bets available today. Their predictions are based on statistical analysis, expertise, and a close look at the latest trends in the league.
Here's an overview of the best NBA player prop bets tonight, December 23.
PROP BETMATCHUPODDSBOOKIETotal Rebounds: A...
NFC North 2024-25 Odds: Will the Lions Roar Loudly Again?
Did the Packers improve enough in the offseason to catch up to the Lions? It is expected to be a heated race for the crown in the “Black and Blue” division. Below, check out the latest odds, analysis, and my 2024-25 NFC North predictions!
The 2024-25 NFC North odds at the best NFL betting sites suggest there should be a closer battle for the divisional title than last year! In 2023-24, the Det...
NFC South 2025 Betting Odds: The Falcons Favored
The Falcons became instant favorites in the offseason NFC South odds for 2024-25 when they signed free agent QB Kirk Cousins. Atlanta has been criticized for their draft strategy, but they are still the favorites to win the division this year according to the best NFL sportsbooks.
The Buccaneers, Saints, and Panthers could all take a step forward this season, though, and compete for the divisi...
NFC West 2024-25 Odds: Can the Rams Upset the 49ers?
The 2024-25 NFC West odds are now available to bet on at the best NFL betting sites. Are the San Francisco 49ers the team to beat again this season?
According to oddsmakers, they are the most likely winner in the NFC West. Are they the right pick to make, or is there value in backing another squad in the division? Below, check out the latest odds, a comprehensive analysis, and my 2024-25 NFC W...
NFC East Betting Odds and Predictions
The Philadelphia Eagles are the betting favorites in the preseason NFC East odds. Philly started last season 10-1, but then lost six of their next seven games. The Eagles could benefit from the moves, or lack thereof, by the other teams in the NFC East.
This guide will break down the odds to win the NFC East for every team in the conference at the top online NFL sportsbooks. I will also tell y...
AFC North 2024-25 Odds: Will the Ravens Fly High?
The 2024-25 AFC North odds are ready for your attention at the best NFL betting sites! It should be a highly competitive race for the divisional crown, so buckle up and prepare yourself for a thrilling campaign.
Last season, all four teams in the AFC North finished with a record better than .500. The Baltimore Ravens ultimately edged away to capture the crown in the AFC North. Will it be more ...
AFC South 2024-25 Odds: Will Stroud be Stopped?
The 2024-25 AFC South odds are clear – the Texans are the team to beat! The best NFL betting sites have a favorite, but I still think this will be one of the most intriguing divisions in the league this season!
Will the Houston Texans repeat, or can another team stop them? Continue reading to check out the latest odds, a complete analysis, and my 2024-25 AFC South predictions.
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AFC West 2024–25 Odds: Chiefs Kingdom Reigns Again?
As anticipation grows for the NFL season this fall, the 2024-25 AFC West odds are now on the board at the best NFL betting sites. In this article, I explore the latest prices and provide a full analysis of the division.
The Kansas City Chiefs are the favorites to win Super Bowl LIX, so does this make them a lock to win the divisional race? Who will win the AFC West? Continue reading to check o...
AFC East 2024-25 Odds: Can Rodgers Lead the Jets to Glory?
The 2024-25 AFC East odds suggest this is going to one of the most competitive NFL divisions next year. The Sports Geek is taking a deep dive into all the teams to figure out who’s going to win!
Can the Buffalo Bills defend their AFC East title for a fifth consecutive year? Continue reading to find the latest odds, analysis, and my AFC East projections for the 2024 NFL season.
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How to Play Heads and Tails Online for Real Money?
The classic heads and tails game is nowadays available online. We used to play it with any coin, to settle disagreements, start football games, and more, but you can also play the casino heads and tails version for real money.
This guide will teach you the ins and outs of how to play heads and tails games online. Keep reading for an overview of the rules, a few quick tips, and the best casino ...
2024 Presidents Cup Odds — Can International Team Get First Win Since 1998?
The 2024 Presidents Cup odds reflect the dominance that Team USA has had in this event, which started in 1994. The Americans have won 12 and tied once in 14 Presidents Cup starts, with the International team winning in Australia in 1998.
This year’s event will be held at Royal Montreal Golf Club in Montreal, Canada, between September 26-29. Can the International team take advantage of the supp...