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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

149th Preakness Stakes Betting Preview

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.

May 16, 202426 min

NBA and NHL Betting for Wednesday 5/15 and Thursday 5/16

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).

May 15, 202421 min

PGA Championship Betting Preview 2024

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 week.

May 14, 202429 min

MLB Betting for Monday 5/13/24

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.

May 13, 202421 min

EPL Matchweek 37 and NASCAR in Darlington

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 Darlington and discusses his favorite bets in each (13:27).

May 10, 202422 min

NBA and NHL Betting for Thursday 5/9/24

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).

May 09, 202419 min

NBA and NHL Betting for Wednesday 5/8/24

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).

May 08, 202420 min

MLB Betting for Tuesday 5/7/24

Tuesday's MLB slate brings enticing value across plentiful markets at FanDuel Sportsbook, including home-run props for Dinger Tuesday. Which bets stand out most? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the slate, discussing his favorite Dinger Tuesday bets, a strikeout prop, and three moneylines where he's showing value at FanDuel for tonight.

May 07, 202419 min

NBA Betting for Monday and Tuesday

The next two days feature four key second-round NBA playoff games. Where can we find betting value in each of them at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austin Swaim joins Jim Sannes to preview all four games, discussing his read on each of the games and his favorite bets across Monday and Tuesday.

May 06, 202430 min

UFC 301 and EPL Matchweek 36

UFC is back with another big card this weekend, Saturday's UFC 301. Which bets stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austain Swaim joins Jim Sannes to preview the main events and discuss where he sees value across the card (4:13). Later, Austan Kas joins to outline his favorite bets across Matchweek 36 in the EPL (19:58).

May 03, 202427 min

NBA and NHL Betting for Thursday and Friday

Thursday and Friday night are littered with key NBA and NHL playoff games. Where can we find betting value across them at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to break down all four NBA games (4:45) plus the three in the NHL (12:13), outlining his favorite bets for each. Later, Sannes previews this weekend's F1 race in Miami and discusses the one bet he likes there (18:54) before discussing two bets for NASCAR in Kansas (22:10).

May 02, 202427 min

Kentucky Oaks Betting Preview 2024

Before the 150th Kentucky Derby on Saturday, Churchill Downs will host this year's Kentucky Oaks. Which horses should we consider betting at FanDuel Racing for the Oaks? FanDuel TV's Dubbs Anderson joins Jim Sannes to preview the Kentucky Oaks, discussing his read on this year's field and his favorite bets before also giving out his Derby pick for Saturday.

May 01, 202422 min

NFL Draft Wrapup and NBA Betting for Wednesday

With the NFL Draft wrapped up, it's time to outline key betting takeaways. What should we note for futures markets and betting next year's draft? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss his view of the draft and what he learned from this year's event (4:22). Later, Feng previews Wednesday's NBA playoff games and discusses his favorite bets at FanDuel Sportsbook (14:54).

Apr 30, 202433 min

150th Kentucky Derby Betting Preview

The field is set for this year's Kentucky Derby following Saturday's post draw. Which horses stand as the best betting values on the morning line at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel TV's Christina Blacker joins Jim Sannes to preview the race, discussing her horse-betting process, her read on Fierceness, and which horses are the best values in her eyes on the morning line.

Apr 29, 202425 min

NFL Draft Takeaways and EPL Matchweek 35

The first round of the NFL Draft brought some surprises and gave us landing spots for key upcoming rookies. What does this mean for betting markets at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes outlines key takeaways by looking at the Rookie of the Year markets and other futures impacted by the draft (2:09). Later, Austan Kas joins to preview EPL Matchweek 35 (12:44), and Sannes outlines three bets he likes for this weekend's NASCAR action in Dover (21:09).

Apr 26, 202427 min

Last-Minute NFL Draft Bets

The first round of the NFL Draft is finally here. Where can we find lingering betting value at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes digs into the final mock drafts from key experts, outlining the biggest takeaways and discussing which bets stand out based on the information provided within them.

Apr 25, 202417 min

Sifting Through Late NFL Draft Betting News

Reporting around the NFL Draft has started to intensify the past week. Which value remains on the board after all of the movement? The Power Rank's Dr. Ed Feng joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to preview the draft, discussing his read on the top-end quarterbacks, the team-specific draft markets, and other bets he likes at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Apr 23, 202428 min

MLB Betting for Tuesday 4/23/24

Tuesday's MLB action brings us a handful of quality games to target with our Dinger Tuesday bets at FanDuel Sportsbook. Which batters should we target? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes breaks down the slate, discussing his two favorite Dinger Tuesday targets, a same-game parlay to consider, and three strikeout props he likes at FanDuel.

Apr 23, 202416 min

NBA and NHL Betting for Monday 4/22/24

Monday night features three NBA and four NHL playoff games. Where can we find betting value across those at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to break it all down, discussing his read on all three NBA games (4:01) before outlining his favorite NHL bets of the night (11:23).

Apr 22, 202424 min

NBA and Stanley Cup Playoffs Previews

Nearly all matchups for both the NBA and Stanley Cup playoffs have been set, meaning we can finally dig into futures and series prices. Which of those stand out at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to break down both, outlining his favorite NBA futures (3:50) before digging into first-round matchups in the NHL (13:50).

Apr 19, 202423 min

EPL Matchweek 34, F1 in China, and NASCAR in Talladega

Although Manchester City is solidifying its spot atop the English Premier League table, Matchweek 34 still presents some fun matches. Which bets stand out across FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to preview the slate and outline where he sees value (2:35). Later, Sannes digs into this week's Formula 1 race in Shanghai, discussing one driver he's buying into (12:34) before outlining his favorite bets for Sunday's NASCAR race in Talladega (14:44).

Apr 18, 202419 min

NFL Draft First-Round Market Betting

With the NFL Draft just eight days away, additional betting markets are trickling out at FanDuel Sportsbook. Which bets present the best value based on recent information? Betsperts' Connor Allen joins FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes to discuss the second overall pick, which players are values to go in the first round, and his favorite bets for the draft.

Apr 17, 202428 min

MLB Betting for Tuesday 4/16/24

With all 30 teams in action Tuesday, we have plenty of routes to betting value at FanDuel Sportsbook. Which bets stand out across the night? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the slate, discussing a pair of same-game parlays he likes, additional moneylines and totals showing value, and his favorite home-run props for Dinger Tuesday.

Apr 16, 202419 min

NBA Play-In Tournament Betting Preview 2024

The seeds are set for this year's NBA Play-In Tournament. Where can we find betting value at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview the tournament, discussing takeaways from the first few years of the play-in, odds to make the playoffs, and Tuesday's opening games.

Apr 15, 202423 min

UFC 300 and EPL Matchweek 33

UFC 300 is Saturday, and it comes with a loaded card. Where can we find betting value for it at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austin Swaim joins Jim Sannes to preview it all, discussing the two main events and his favorite moneylines and props (3:12). Later, Austan Kas joins the show to discuss where he sees value across the EPL's Matchweek 33 (23:59).

Apr 12, 202432 min

NBA and NHL Betting for Thursday 4/11/24

Thursday brings a pair of national TV games in the NBA along with a massive NHL slate. Where can we find betting value for them at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Tom Vecchio joins Jim Sannes to preview both, discussing his favorite NBA bets of the night (3:05) and where he's seeing value in the NHL (9:36). Later, Sannes previews Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race in Texas and discusses a pair of top-10s that stand out to him (17:49).

Apr 11, 202422 min

The Masters Betting Preview 2024

The 2024 Masters Tournament tees off Thursday at Augusta National, and we have a full complement of markets available at FanDuel Sportsbook. Where can we find the best value? FanDuel Research's Brandon Gdula joins Jim Sannes to preview the event, discussing keys to success at Augusta, his view of Scottie Scheffler, top outrights, and other bets to target for the week.

Apr 10, 202433 min

MLB Betting for Tuesday 4/9/24

With all 30 teams in action, we've got plenty of options for betting Tuesday at FanDuel Sportsbook. Which bets stand out most? FanDuel Research's Jim Sannes previews the slate, discussing a same-game parlay he likes, a total that may be too low, and a home underdog with a good shot to pull an upset.

Apr 09, 202416 min

Men's College Basketball National Championship Game Preview 2024

The stage is set for tonight's Men's College Basketball National Championship Game between UConn and Purdue. Where can we find betting value for the game at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Aidan Cotter and Riley Thomas join Jim Sannes to preview the game, discussing their read on the spread and total, player props, and their favorite same-game parlay of the night.

Apr 08, 202425 min

Stefon Diggs to Houston and EPL Matchweek 32

The top of the table is tight in the English Premier League entering Matchweek 32. Can we find any value in betting league outrights at FanDuel Sportsbook? FanDuel Research's Austan Kas joins Jim Sannes to discuss his view of that plus his favorite bets for this weekend (2:44). Later, Sannes digs into the betting fallout of the Buffalo Bills trading Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans (13:09) and a driver he's targeting for this week's NASCAR Cup Series race in Martinsville (19:43).

Apr 05, 202425 min
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