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Matthew Stafford vs. Jared Goff for Passing Yards Leader
Remember when the Los Angeles Rams traded Jared Goff and picks to acquire Matthew Stafford from the Detroit Lions? These two quarterbacks seem to be forever linked, as they’re now the two clear-cut favorites to lead the NFL in passing yards at the best prediction markets. The question becomes, is it worth it to pay a premium on Stafford or ...
UNLV Study Raises Concerns About Problem Gambling Among Colorado Bettors
Early findings from a UNLV study are raising concerns about problem gambling in Colorado, with researchers reporting that 7% of gamblers surveyed showed signs of serious gambling problems. The research is examining sports betting habits, advertising exposure, and whether sportsbook promotions influence gambling behavior. UNLV psychology professor Shane Kraus, who is leading the project, believes the findings deserve closer attention. ...
BetMGM Reduces Investment in States Without Legal Online Casinos
BetMGM is changing how it invests across the U.S. gambling market, putting more resources into states where it can offer online casinos alongside sports betting. CEO Adam Greenblatt outlined the strategy during the company's October 13 business update, explaining that BetMGM is scaling back spending in states where sports betting is the only legal online gambling product. Online casinos remain ...
Brewers vs Dodgers Predictions (10/14/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movement
The Milwaukee Brewers did what they had to do: win both games at home to start the NLCS against the back-to-back defending champions, the Los Angeles Dodgers. Now, the Brewers have a chance to put a chokehold on this series with a 3-0 lead if they can get it done in Game 3 at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers have their ...
Dallas Stars v Colorado Avalanche Predictions (10/14/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movements
The very young 2026-27 NHL regular season returns to TNT tonight for a nationally televised contest between the Dallas Stars and Colorado Avalanche. The top prediction markets across the country have the Avalanche listed as slight favorites to win this game on the team’s home ice. Will All-Star defenseman Cale Makar play in tonight’s contest? Can the Dallas Stars recover ...
BetMGM Revenue Climbs to $710M Despite Decline in Active Players
BetMGM is generating more revenue despite having fewer active users. The operator reported $710 million in net revenue during the Q3 2026, which was a 7% increase from $667 million year-over-year. The company also saw adjusted EBITDA more than double to $86 million, up from $41 million in 2025. According to BetMGM's Q3 business update, the improvements came despite a ...
New York Sports Betting Hits $619M as FanDuel Outpaces DraftKings
New York sports betting continues to thrive during the NFL season, with sportsbooks handling $619.4 million in wagers during the week ending on Oct. 4. It was the fourth-highest weekly total in state history. Both DraftKings and FanDuel handled more than $200 million in bets, but FanDuel generated nearly $10 million more in revenue. That helped push statewide gross gaming ...
Guardians vs Rays Predictions (10/13/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movement
The Cleveland Guardians stayed hot at the plate, winning Game 1 of the ALCS 7-3 after the bats came alive late in the game. This team has now won four in a row after overcoming a 2-0 series deficit vs. the Chicago White Sox in the ALDS. During this stretch, the Guardians have scored 7+ runs in three of four ...
SNF Bills v Rams Predictions (10/12/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movement
The Buffalo Bills (3-1) are coming off a disappointing loss at home against their division rivals, the New England Patriots. Buffalo has now turned in back-to-back poor performances, as they almost lost to the Los Angeles Chargers the week before that. They’ll look to get back on track on Monday Night Football. However, it’s a tough spot against the Los ...
SNF Ravens v Falcons Predictions (10/11/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movement
The Baltimore Ravens (3-1) survived a close call vs. the Tennessee Titans last week. They’ll try to win their third game in a row on Sunday Night Football. But it’s a tough test on the road against a red-hot team. The Atlanta Falcons (2-2) have completely turned their season around since Michael Penix Jr. returned to the lineup. After blowing ...
Dream v Liberty Predictions (10/09/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movement
The Atlanta Dream will try to complete the sweep over the New York Liberty in a pivotal Game 3 of the WNBA Semifinals. The game will tip off at 9:30 p.m. ET at Barclays Center. The two teams are coming off a hard-fought battle in Game 2, which went to overtime, resulting in a 101-98 win for the Dream. Both ...
FanDuel Reinstates 50-Cent Betting Fee for Illinois Customers
FanDuel users in Illinois are once again paying an extra 50 cents on certain sports bets. The sportsbook reinstated its per-bet fee on October 7 after suspending it in April. The charge primarily affects bettors who prefer smaller wagers. Those placing larger straight bets or parlays can avoid the fee. At FanDuel, straight bets of at least $25 are exempt ...
Horsford Urges Congress to Reverse Gambling Tax Change
Nevada Rep. Steven Horsford is keeping the pressure on Congress to reverse a federal tax change that could leave gamblers owing money even when they finish the year without making a profit. Speaking at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, Horsford called attention to his efforts to restore the full deduction for gambling losses. The proposal made progress ...
Red River Rivalry: Texas v Oklahoma Predictions (Game 5 - 10/10/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movement
The No. 1 Texas Longhorns (4-0) head to Cotton Bowl for the Red River Rivalry to go at it with the Oklahoma Sooners (2-2) on Saturday, Oct. 10 at 3:30 p.m. ET. The top-ranked Longhorns have a pair of impressive wins on their resume, including a 20-17 win on the road against Tennessee and a 24-23 victory at home vs. ...
Sen. Blumenthal Presses FanDuel for VIP Videos Amid Problem Gambling Concerns
Sen. Richard Blumenthal is demanding that FanDuel turn over personalized celebrity videos sent to VIP users, questioning whether the sportsbook used those messages to encourage vulnerable bettors to keep gambling. Earlier this week, Sen. Blumenthal challenged FanDuel's explanation that the videos were simply gestures of appreciation for loyal users. The Connecticut senator also wants more information about how the company's ...
Caesars Hit With Tennessee Fines as Regulators Demand Better Safeguards
Caesars Sportsbook is facing scrutiny in Tennessee after two compliance failures resulted in $4,314.45 in fines. One case involved a self-excluded user who managed to open another betting account, while the other concerned prohibited college player props. The Tennessee Sports Wagering Council approved both settlements during its October 6 meeting. Council members also raised concerns about whether sportsbooks are doing ...
Georgia v Alabama Predictions (Game 6 - 10/10/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movement
The No. 2 Georgia Bulldogs (5-0) head to Bryant-Denny Stadium to take on the No. 6 Alabama Crimson Tide (5-0) in a matchup of massive implications on Saturday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. ET. The Bulldogs have blown out every opponent so far, highlighted by an impressive 41-13 win over the Oklahoma Sooners in Week 4. The same goes for ...
Aces vs Valkyries Predictions (10/07/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movement
Game 2 of the WNBA Western Conference Semifinals is set to tip off at 9:30 p.m. ET at the Chase Center. The Las Vegas Aces will try to avoid going down 2-0 in the series as they take on the Golden State Valkyries. In Game 1, the Valkyries stifling defense was the difference in a 71-60 victory. Golden State held ...
Buccaneers vs Cowboys Predictions (10/08/2026): Latest News, Picks & Market Movement
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers (0-4) continue to struggle, especially with starting quarterback Baker Mayfield sidelined with a thumb injury. Undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels is starting now, resulting in a tough 17-14 loss to the Green Bay Packers last week. The offense struggled to move the ball, especially through the air. Meanwhile, the Dallas Cowboys (2-2) are coming off an impressive ...
PENN Stock Rises After Deutsche Bank Upgrade
PENN Entertainment shares went up after Deutsche Bank upgraded the gaming company from Hold to Buy and raised its price target from $23 to $25. PENN shares jumped about 5.3% following the upgrade. The move comes as the company continues to lean on its retail casino portfolio while trying to improve profitability with its iGaming platform. The upgrade appears to ...