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Covering the Spread

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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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Episodes

College Football Week 6 Betting Preview 2023

Two of college football's top teams -- the Georgia Bulldogs and Texas Longhorns -- will face tough, unbeaten opponents this week in the Kentucky Wildcats and Oklahoma Sooners, respectively. How should we bet those high-profile games at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to give his thoughts on those two games, the National Championship landscape, and his favorite bets for Week 6.

Oct 04, 202321 min

NFL Futures and Week 5 First Look 2023

All four teams in the AFC South are currently tied atop the division at 2-2. Is there any value in the futures market there or elsewhere entering Week 5? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to dig into that, discussing his view of the AFC South and where else he's seeing value in the futures market at FanDuel Sportsbook (5:43). Later, Sannes looks at his numbers for Week 5 and outlines where they're showing value relative to Tuesday's lines (24:01).

Oct 03, 202338 min

Monday Night Football Preview, Seahawks at Giants

The Seattle Seahawks have gained the attention of the betting market and enter Monday night's contest with the New York Giants as favorites. Is that movement correct, or has it gone too far? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the game, discussing Seattle's outlook, the Giants' offense without Saquon Barkley, and which player props he's targeting at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Oct 02, 202322 min

NFL Week 4 Player Props and MLB Strikeout Props

Week 4 comes with a handful of thrilling games with electric players involved. Where can we find betting value for player props there and elsewhere at FanDuel Sportsbook? LateRound.com's JJ Zachariason joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to dig into the slate and outline his favorite bets of the week (3:01). Later, Rob Friedman, Pitching Ninja, joins the show to preview a huge night on the diamond and outline his favorite strikeout props for Friday (17:43). Finally, Sannes previews this week's N...

Sep 29, 202336 min

NFL Week 4 Betting Preview 2023

Week 4 in the NFL features some thrilling matchups that could bring solid opportunities for betting. Which bets stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview Week 4's biggest games, including the Miami Dolphins at the Buffalo Bills, discussing what his numbers say about those games and his favorite bets of the week.

Sep 28, 202325 min

College Football Week 5 Betting Preview 2023

Week 5's college football slate is another featuring top-end teams with tough matchups. Can the juggernauts cover, or do the underdogs give them a run for their money? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the slate, discussing Saturday's biggest games, the viability of early contenders in the PAC 12, and his favorite bets this week at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Sep 27, 202323 min

NFL Futures and Week 4 First Look 2023

The Miami Dolphins have lit the world on fire the first three weeks but still aren't viewed as a top-tier team in the futures market. Is now the time to bet the Dolphins at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss the Dolphins' outlook and other futures he's considering entering this week (5:01). Later, Sannes digs into the Week 4 betting markets and outlines spreads, moneylines, and totals where his models are showing value (25:21).

Sep 26, 202341 min

Monday Night Football Preview, Week 3 Double-Header 2023

Week 3 wraps up Monday with another Monday Night Football double-header. Where can we find betting value as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the Philadelphia Eagles and the Cincinnati Bengals face the Los Angeles Rams? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview both games, outlining their read on both the traditional markets and player props at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Sep 25, 202329 min

NFL Week 3 Player Props and MLB Strikeout Props

Week 3 lacks big showdowns between elite teams but does feature plenty of intriguing situations to monitor for player props. How can exploit those situations within our betslips? LateRound.com's JJ Zachariason joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to run through player props he's targeting at FanDuel Sportsbook in Week 3 (3:20). Later, Rob Friedman, Pitching Ninja, joins the show to preview Friday night's MLB action and lay out his favorite strikeout props (16:15). Finally, Sannes previews this we...

Sep 22, 202337 min

NFL Week 3 Betting Preview 2023

Week 3 is a critical juncture for NFL several teams that have gotten off to poor starts. Can they turn things around in a hurry and claim a win on Sunday? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview Week 3, discussing those struggling teams, how to handle large spreads early in the season, and his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Sep 21, 202328 min

College Football Week 4 Betting Preview 2023

Week 4's college football slate is packed to the brim with exciting games. Where can we find betting value within them at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview some of those games, outlining what his model says about the spreads in them, before discussing other spots where his model shows value this week.

Sep 20, 202325 min

NFL Futures and Week 3 First Look 2023

With the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns dealing with key injuries, the Baltimore Ravens are -110 to win the AFC North. Is there lingering value in them at that number? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss the AFC North and other futures that stand out to him at FanDuel Sportsbook entering Week 3 (4:11). Later, Sannes digs into Week 3's spreads and totals and identifies where his model is showing value (19:38).

Sep 19, 202334 min

Monday Night Football Preview, Week 2 Double-Header 2023

Monday night brings us a pair of Monday Night Football games as the Carolina Panthers host the New Orleans Saints before the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Cleveland Browns. Where can we find betting value for each game at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to dig into both the traditional markets and player props for the two games, outlining the best bets available for the night.

Sep 18, 202324 min

NFL Week 2 Player Props and MLB Strikeout Props

Week 1 gave us data points on most players that we can apply to betting props in Week 2. Which of that data should we put most stock in? LateRound.com's JJ Zachariason joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss this, outlining his Week 2 process and favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (2:35). Later, Rob Friedman, Pitching Ninja, joins the show to outline where he's seeing value in the strikeout prop market for Friday night (16:45). Finally, Sannes previews this weekend's NASCAR races in Bris...

Sep 15, 202336 min

NFL Week 2 Betting Preview 2023

Week 2 in the NFL features a handful of bounce-back spots for the league's top teams. Can they get back on track, or will the struggles continue? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss those struggling juggernauts, Week 2's biggest games, and his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Sep 14, 202325 min

College Football Week 3 Betting Preview 2023

After another big win in Week 2, Colorado enters Week 3 as big favorites against Colorado State. Can they stay hot and cover, or does Colorado come back to earth? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview Week 3's biggest games, talking Colorado's impressive start, other key Week 3 games, and his favorite bets for the week at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Sep 13, 202325 min

NFL Futures and Week 2 First Look 2023

Week 1 saw plenty of top-end teams struggle and take losses. Should we expect them to bounce back, or is there now the potential for other teams to rise? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to dig into the futures market, outlining ripple effects of Aaron Rodgers' injury along with an assessment of The Big Three in the AFC (3:51). Later, Sannes outlines where his numbers are showing value relative to the Tuesday morning markets at FanDuel Sportsbook for Week 2 (26:07)....

Sep 12, 202341 min

Monday Night Football Betting Preview, Bills at Jets

Aaron Rodgers makes his New York Jets debut Monday night against the Buffalo Bills. Can he begin his tenure with a win? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview Bills at Jets, discussing the traditional markets in the game, top player props, and some any-time touchdown scorers we may get at advantageous odds at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Sep 11, 202324 min

NFL Week 1 Player Props and MLB Strikeout Props

With Week 1 now upon us, a full suite of player props is available at FanDuel Sportsbook. Which of them provide the best value? LateRound.com's JJ Zachariason joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss the yardage and touchdown props he's targeting this week (2:48). Later, Rob Friedman, Pitching Ninja, joins the show to outline his favorite strikeout props of Friday night (18:13). Finally, Sannes wraps up the show by discussing where he sees value for Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race in Kansa...

Sep 08, 202334 min

NFL Week 1 Betting Preview 2023

Week 1 in the NFL immediately pits key playoff hopefuls in head-to-head matchups. How should we bet those games to play out? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the opening week, discussing his read on the key games and his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Sep 07, 202328 min

Primetime Tom: Thursday Night Football Preview, Lions at Chiefs

How should you bet Week 1 of the NFL season on Thursday Night with the Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Detroit Lions? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio previews Week 1 and takes a look at a few bets that offer value and a few important injuries to note.

Sep 06, 202314 min

College Football Week 2 Betting Preview 2023

Week 2 in college football features a key game between Alabama and Texas along with a Colorado versus Nebraska matchup that has been the buzz of the market. Where can we find betting value in those games and others at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview Week 2, discussing how his model reacts to teams like Colorado, his thoughts on the slate's biggest games, and his favorite bets of the week.

Sep 06, 202325 min

NFL Week 1 Power Rankings and Futures 2023

With Week 1 now here, it's our last chance to lock in futures before the season begins. Where can we find lingering value in the market at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins Jim Sannes to discuss this, outlining his view of the Super Bowl favorites, any final win totals he wants to add, and where he sees value for Thursday night's opener between the Kansas City Chiefs and Detroit Lions.

Sep 05, 202334 min

MLB Strikeout Props With Pitching Ninja for Friday 9/1/23

Friday's baseball slate is overflowing with fun pitchers. Where can we find value when trying to bet their strikeout props at FanDuel Sportsbook? Rob Friedman, Pitching Ninja, joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to break down his favorite K props of the night and which pitcher he thinks could lead the slate in strikeouts (2:09). Later, Sannes outlines two moneylines and a total he likes for Friday night in MLB (13:24).

Sep 01, 202319 min

EPL Matchweek 4, NASCAR in Darlington, and F1 in Monza

Matchweek 4 in the English Premier League is highlighted by a Sunday showdown between Arsenal and Manchester United. Which bets stand out in that match at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to preview Arsenal versus Man. United and outline other EPL bets he likes this week (2:37). Later, Sannes outlines his favorite bets for the NASCAR Cup Series in Darlington (12:46) and where he's seeing value for this week's Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix in Monza (19:07).

Aug 31, 202323 min

College Football Week 1 Betting Preview 2023

The 2023 college football season begins in earnest this week with a loaded Week 1 slate. Where can we find betting value across it at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the week's action, discussing his read on the biggest games and outlining his favorite bets.

Aug 30, 202325 min

MLB Betting for Tuesday 8/29/23

We've got another robust MLB slate Tuesday with all 30 teams in action. Where can we find the best betting value at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the night's action, outlining moneylines and strikeout props he likes plus some players to target for Dinger Tuesday.

Aug 29, 202318 min
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