Pittsburgh Pirates (J. Musgrove -R) +120 over Chicago White Sox (D. Cease -R)
9/8/20 Best Bet: Pittsburgh Pirates +120.
Chicago Bears (o7.5 -130/u7.5 +107) 2020 Preview
“Mitch Trubisky is a bust!” “This defense just isn’t the same without Vic Fangio.” “The skill position players are just not enough to make this team great.” These are just a few choice quotes and thoughts coming out of Chicago this offseason. The narrative is that the Bears had one good season in 2018 and then Trubisky fell apart, Fangio left, the defense regressed and there’s just not enough talent to get this team deep in the playoffs. The Bears are ready to not only ready to prove this narrative wrong in 2020; this team is poised to make a run.
Philadelphia Eagles (o9 -134/u9 +110) 2020 Preview
Last year’s NFC East Champs, the Eagles come in to 2020 as a team with something to prove. Even after winning a SuperBowl just 3 short years ago, Philly doesn’t seem to get enough credit. There are still questions about Carson Wentz as a top-flight NFL QB. As the architect of the “Philly Special”, the shine has come off of Doug Pederson a great deal. Many of the same issues from last year seem to be carrying right into 2020. The Eagles are at a crossroads and need to prove their worthiness yet again.
Washington Football Team (o5 -143/u5 +118) 2020 Preview
The Washington Football Team (they shoulda just went with Washington FC) cleaned house last year. Out is the old coaching regime and in comes veteran Ron Rivera. The team is coming into 2020 serious about giving Dwayne Haskins a shot to succeed. Armed with the #2 pick they bring in Chase Young and Terry McLaurin is looking to expand on his stellar rookie campaign. If it sounds like everyone I just mentioned went to Ohio State, its because they did (that’s a good thing). Success for Washington this season will depend on the offense taking a step forward, as the defense is already primed for success.
New York Giants (o6 -110/u6 -110) 2020 Preview
There is excitement, anticipation and worry headed into Daniel Jones’ second full year. The Giants 1st round QB from last year is coming in with expectations through the roof after he flashed several times last year. Saquon is now a veteran and fully in his prime. The Giants have weapons at WR and TE and even upgraded the Offensive Line. So, the Giants are gonna be good, right?! Wrong. Dead wrong. This defense is about as good as Dave Gettleman’s job prospects in December.
Arizona D’Backs (A. Young -L) +123 vs. SF Giants (J. Cueto -R)
9/6/20 Best Bet: Arizona Diamondbacks +123.
Minnesota Twins 1H (M. Pineda -R) -110 over Chicago White Sox (D. Keuchel -L)
9/1/20 Best Bet: Minnesota Twins 1H -110
Houston Texans (o7.5 -106/o7.5 -115) 2020 Preview
After yet another playoff appearance last season that saw the Texans lead the eventual SuperBowl champions by 24 points, to only lose by 20. Houston is looking to win the AFC South again in 2020, which would mark their 5th division win in 6 years. In what certainly seems like the last gasp for his job by Bill O’Brien, he has traded DeAndre Hopkins for David Johsnon and brought in Brandin Cooks. With a top 5 quarterback in Deshaun Watson, can the Texans even go .500?
Jacksonville Jaguars (o4.5 -112/o4.5 -112) 2020 Preview
This team stinks! The Jags are slated to be the worst team in football, which is confirmed with their lowly 4.5 game win total. Jacksonville is coming into the year with Gardner Minshew as their starting QB. They have let go or traded every key piece from their vaunted defense from a few years ago. And just today, they have waived Leonard Fournette, their former first round draft pick (after no team in the league wanted to trade for him). Yea, sure seems like they’re “Tanking for Trevor”. All that doesn’t mean we can’t make money betting on or against them!
Portland Trailblazers +13.5 (-110) over LA Lakers
8/29/20 Best Bet: Portland Trailblazers +13.5 (-110)
Atlanta Braves (R. Erlin -L) +125 vs. Philadelphia Phillies (Z. Wheeler -R)
8/28/20 Best Bet: Atlanta Braves +125
Indianapolis Colts (o9 -117/u9 -105) 2020 Preview
The Indianapolis Colts have one of the best rosters in football. The offensive line is the best per Pro Football Focus. The team signed Philip Rivers in the offseason to hopefully bring some veteran presence and reinvigorate the passing game that withered without Andrew Luck. Make no mistake though, Jacoby Brissett is probably one of the best backups in the league and is more than serviceable. Between Marlon Mack and rookie Jonathan Taylor, the run game is secured. Deforest Buckner and Xavier Rhodes have been brought in to improve the defense. I like the Colts to win this division.