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Covering the Spread

Covering The Spreadfanduel.com
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

NFL Week 9 Betting Preview 2023

Week 9 in the NFL features some massive matchups between Super Bowl hopefuls. Who holds the edge in these key games? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the week, discussing what his numbers say about the biggest contests and his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Nov 02, 202331 min

College Football Week 10 Betting Preview 2023

Both the Georgia Bulldogs and Washington Huskies face respectable opponents in Week 10. Can they remain undefeated, or can the Missouri Tigers and USC Trojans pull off the upset? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview Week 10, discussing those key matchups, the initial College Football Playoff Committe rankings, and his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Nov 01, 202326 min

Breeders' Cup Preview and NFL Week 9 First Look

The 2023 Breeders' Cup gets underway Friday at Santa Anita Park. Which bets stand out across the two days? FanDuel TV's Dubbs Anderson joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the event, discussing which horses he's eyeing in the Breeders' Cup Classic and his read on other key races (3:31). Later, Sannes outlines where his model shows value for NFL Week 9 at FanDuel Sportsbook (21:22).

Oct 31, 202336 min

Monday Night Football Betting Preview, Raiders at Lions

The Detroit Lions enter Monday Night Football as 7.5-point favorites against the Las Vegas Raiders. Can we trust them to cover a larger spread? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the game, discussing their read on the spread and total plus which props stand out to them at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Oct 30, 202323 min

Primetime Tom: Sunday Night Football Preview, Bears at Chargers

With questionable defenses on both sides, which player props should you target when the Chicago Bears visit the Los Angeles Chargers? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio previews Sunday Night Football for Week 8 and takes a look at a few key offensive players and their props.

Oct 28, 202310 min

NFL Week 8 Player Props and World Series Preview

Week 8 is a unique one for player props with plenty of fluid situations impacting the slate. How can we exploit those within our betslips? LateRound.com's JJ Zachariason joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to lay out his favorite bets for Sunday at FanDuel Research (3:00). Later, Rob Friedman, Pitching Ninja, joins the show to give a World Series preview of the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Texas Rangers (16:42). Finally, Sannes previews this weekend's NASCAR races in Martinsville and discuss...

Oct 27, 202340 min

NFL Week 8 Betting Preview 2023

Week 8 in the NFL features more games that'll test whether teams are legitimate contenders or not. Where can we find value at FanDuel Sportsbook when betting those games? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview those key matchups and lay out his favorite bets of the week.

Oct 26, 202331 min

College Football Week 9 Betting Preview 2023

A couple of college football playoff contenders have tough road matchups in Week 9. Can we bet them to cover double-digit spreads at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview Week 9, giving his read on several key matchups and where he's seeing value for this week.

Oct 25, 202325 min

NFL Futures and Week 8 First Look 2023

The Baltimore Ravens made a statement with their blowout win in Week 7. What's their ceiling in 2023? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss that, outlining his read on the Ravens' outlook and any futures he's targeting at FanDuel Sportsbook (2:21). Later, Sannes looks at Week 8's spreads, moneylines, and totals and discusses where his models are showing value (21:14).

Oct 24, 202336 min

Monday Night Football Preview, 49ers at Vikings

The San Francisco 49ers visit the Minnesota Vikings without some key offensive pieces. How should we view this game after accounting for those absences? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to break it all down, discussing the traditional markets, 49ers' pass-catchers, and his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Oct 23, 202321 min

Primetime Tom: Sunday Night Football Preview, Dolphins at Eagles

Which props should you target with two of the best teams in the NFL facing off when the Philadelphia Eagles host the Miami Dolphins? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio previews Sunday Night Football for Week 7 and takes a look at a few key offensive players and their props.

Oct 21, 202311 min

NFL Week 7 Player Props 2023

Week 7 has plenty of enticing games with high-profile players. Which props present the best value at FanDuel Sportsbook? LateRound.com's JJ Zachariason joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to break down the week, discussing his favorite yardage and touchdown props for the week (3:31). Later, Sannes illustrates where his model is showing value for this weekend's NASCAR races in Homestead (19:35).

Oct 20, 202326 min

NFL Week 7 Betting Preview 2023

Week 7 features a handful of matchups where both sides have Super Bowl aspirations. Where can we find betting value in those games at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss this, outlining what his numbers say about the key matchups and his favorite bets of the week.

Oct 19, 202328 min

Primetime Tom: Thursday Night Football Preview, Jaguars at Saints

With play-making offensive options on both sides, how should we approach player props for the New Orleans Saints hosting the Jacksonville Jaguars? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio previews Thursday Night Football for Week 7 and takes a look at a few key offensive players and their props.

Oct 18, 202311 min

College Football Week 8 Betting Preview 2023

Week 8's college football slate is headlined by a big showdown between the Ohio State Buckeyes and Penn State Nittany Lions. Where can we find betting value in that game and others at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to break it all down, discussing his view of that Big 10 battle, what his numbers say about other key games, and his favorite bets of the week.

Oct 18, 202328 min

NFL Futures and Week 7 First Look 2023

Week 6 represented a shakeup at the top of the NFL standings as both the San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles took their first losses. Is there any cause for concern with them coming out of those games? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss the outlook of those two teams and which futures he's grabbing at FanDuel Sportsbook prior to Week 7 (3:15). Then, Sannes digs into Week 7's betting markets and outlines where his models are showing value (23:33)....

Oct 17, 202336 min

Monday Night Football Preview, Cowboys at Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers enter Monday Night Football as slight home underdogs despite coming off their bye. Can they claim a victory over theDallas Cowboys? FanDuel's Ryan Williams joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the game, discussing his read on whether the Chargers should be underdogs, Austin Ekeler's return, and props he's targeting at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Oct 16, 202323 min

Primetime Tom: Sunday Night Football Preview, Giants at Bills

With several key injuries on both sides, how should we approach player props for the Buffalo Bills hosting the New York Giants? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio previews Sunday Night Football for Week 6 and takes a look at a few key offensive players and their props.

Oct 14, 202312 min

NFL Week 6 Player Props and MLB ALCS and NLCS Previews

Week 6 in the NFL features a handful of teams playing without impactful players. Can we find betting value in looking at their teammates' player props at FanDuel Sportsbook? LateRound.com's JJ Zachariason joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to break down his view of those situations and other props he likes (4:04). Later, Rob Friedman, Pitching Ninja, joins the show to help preview the ALCS and NLCS pitching matchups (15:52). Finally, Sannes digs into what his models are saying about this weeken...

Oct 13, 202333 min

NFL Week 6 Betting Preview 2023

Week 6 in the NFL features teams that have gotten off to hot starts facing tough opponents. Where can we find betting value within those games at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to break down Week 6's key games and outline where he's seeing value across the NFL this week.

Oct 12, 202322 min

College Football Week 7 Betting Preview 2023

Week 7's college football slate includes some big games for undefeated teams. Who will keep their spotless records intact? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview Week 7, discussing his read on the Oregon Ducks against the Washington Huskies and his favorite bets of the week at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Oct 11, 202322 min

NFL Week 6 First Look and NHL Opening Night

The NHL begins its new season Tuesday with a three-game slate. Which bets stand out across those games at FanDuel Sportsbook. FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to dig into the futures market and outline his favorite bets for Tuesday night (2:44). Later, Sannes digs into what his models are saying about spread, totals, and moneylines across Week 6 in the NFL (23:29).

Oct 10, 202337 min

Monday Night Football Preview, Packers at Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders enter Monday night's game with the Green Bay Packers as slight favorites. Which bets stand out for the game at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the game, discussing his read on the moneylines and totals before outlining player props worth considering.

Oct 09, 202316 min

Primetime Tom: Sunday Night Football Preview, Cowboys at 49ers

With two of the best teams in the NFL squaring off, which player props offer value with the 49ers hosting the Cowboys? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio previews Sunday Night Football for Week 5 and takes a look at a few key offensive players and their props.

Oct 07, 202311 min

NFL Week 5 Player Props and MLB Divisional Series Preview

Week 5 in the NFL features the return of two superstars in Cooper Kupp and Jonathan Taylor. How should we handle player props for those teams at the jump? LateRound.com's JJ Zachariason joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss Kupp's and Taylor's return and where he's seeing value for player props across Week 5 (3:22). Later, Rob Friedman, Pitching Ninja, joins to preview the MLB Divisional Series and outline which pitching staffs could impress and potential breakout stars (15:29). Finally...

Oct 06, 202341 min

NFL Week 5 Betting Preview 2023

Week 5 in the NFL is headlined by a Sunday Night Football showdown between the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers. Which bets stand out for that game and other key matchups at FanDuel Sportsbook? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the week's action, discussing Cowboys versus 49ers, betting interception props, and his favorite bets for Week 5.

Oct 05, 202332 min
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