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LAS VEGAS — If you read my betting column on Saturday, detailing three specific teams that are carrying value into February, presuming they’d bring underdog prices into games, you would have cashed in with all three, as trhe Senators, Islanders and Red Wings all won on Saturday.
Two are back on the ice tonight, and we’re going to take a look at one of those games for a Sunday Best Bet. As the Islanders head to Sunrise for a date with the defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, I want to talk about the Red Wings visiting the Vancouver Canucks.
Let’s do a deep dive into this one:
WHY DETROIT: As I said in yesterday’s article, the Wings have been one of the hottest teams and now ride a five-game win streak into Vancouver after a 3-1 victory in Calgary. During the five-game stretch, the Wings have outscored the competition by a combined final of 17-7. They’ve now allowed two or fewer goals in six straight games.
WHY VANCOUVER: The Canucks were playing well, having won three straight, including a 2-1 victory over league-leading Washington on Jan. 25. Then they ran into Dallas and dropped a 5-3 decision on Friday to close a three-game homestand. Back home, the Canucks could benefit off the Wings on the second of back-to-back nights.
All betting lines are from Bet365 and are subject to change. Hockey is a difficult sport to predict so please gamble responsibly.
THE PICK: CANUCKS -1.5 +165 — Detroit is ripe for a letdown, and it won’t take away for how well it’s been playing. But if you look at how the Wings have performed on the second night of back-to-backs, you can see why it might be advantageous to play the puck line. This will make the sixth time of such an occasion, and Detroit is 0-5 the first five times. They’ve lost four of those games by at least two goals, and collectively have been outscored by a combined final of 20-5 in those games. Play Vancouver on the puck line.
(Season Record: 14-21-1, Net: -920$, based on 100$ units)
The Detroit Red Wings have been on fire lately, winning their last five games in a row. While some may think this streak is just a fluke, there is one specific trend that suggests they may be able to keep it going.
The Red Wings have been dominating on the power play during this five-game run, converting on nearly 30% of their opportunities with the man advantage. This has been a key factor in their recent success, as they have been able to capitalize on their opponents’ mistakes and turn them into goals.
With their power play clicking on all cylinders, the Red Wings look poised to continue their winning ways. Look for them to keep this trend going in their upcoming games and potentially extend their winning streak even further.
So, if you’re looking to place a bet on the NHL, consider putting your money on the Detroit Red Wings to continue their five-game run with their strong power play performance. It could just pay off big time.
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Playing its first home game in 18 days, the USC women’s basketball team gave an impressive crowd inside Galen Center what it came to see Thursday night.
The No. 4-ranked Trojans built a quick double-digit lead in the first quarter and went on to close out an 82-69 win over Minnesota, running their win streak to 15 games — the longest for the program since the 1982-83 season.
Kiki Iriafen led the way with 23 points and 11 rebounds on 9-of-11 shooting, JuJu Watkins had 20 points and 11 boards and freshman Avery Howell added 12 points off the bench as the Trojans improved to 19-1 overall — the best start for USC since 1981-82 — and 9-0 in the Big Ten.
Sophie Hart had 18 points and 8 rebounds for Minnesota (18-4, 6-4) while Mallory Heyer added 17 points and 7 boards.
That the Trojans made it look so easy yet again against one of the better teams in the Big Ten was the latest reminder that they are scripting a very special season.
“It was nice to be home. Our crowd is continuing to be amazing. It was a long time that we didn’t get to play here,” USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb said. “Minnesota is a really good team. I told the team a number of times, they had the same number of wins as us. They’re at the top section of the conference, and we thought we took care of business.”
USC had its long stretch away from home in part because its Jan. 15 home game vs. Northwestern was postponed in the wake of the fires across Los Angeles.
In their return to Galen Center, the Trojans were without starting center Rayah Marshall due to injury and Watkins started the game 0 for 10 from the field in the first half before finding her rhythm offensively.
None of that mattered as the Trojans led 25-15 after the first quarter led by 9 points from Iriafen and 6 from Talia von Oelhoffen.
The game never got closer than 6 points the rest of the way. Minnesota opened the fourth quarter on a 9-0 run, but USC scored 10 of the next 12 points — including 7 straight from Watkins — to pull away comfortably.
“We didn’t know that Rayah wasn’t going to play until this morning, so I thought other people stepped up finding different ways to win,” Gottlieb said. “I think our freshmen, who got significant minutes, were really, really good and they keep getting better, which is exciting. And at the same time, I think our standards are really high — we could have been cleaner offensively and defensively in that second half so we’ll have some good film to learn from it as well.”
As for Watkins’ slow start …
“I thought her teammates really lifted her up. The fact that people are going to continue to give us open 3s when she’s crowded and we continue to knock them down — that’s the second game in a row that I think we’ve made 11 3s — I think will eventually make people really have to make decisions,” Gottlieb said. “But I think she’s a very mentally tough human being and basketball player and finds a way at some point to figure it out. … I don’t think any of us were surprised the shots went down in the second half.”
Iriafen notched her seventh double-double of the season and Watkins her fourth. Watkins has scored in double figures every game this season.
Howell, meanwhile, tied her high with 4 3-pointers for the second straight game and is 8-for-13 from long distance in that span.
“I’m always in the gym, whether that’s outside of practice or during practices, but I think just I’m getting more comfortable with the role and the attention other people on our team draw,” she said. “I think I’m doing a better job finding gaps and putting myself in the best position to be a pressure release for them.”
The USC women’s basketball team is on fire this season, extending their win streak to an impressive 15 games. With each victory, they continue to make history and solidify their status as a powerhouse in college basketball.
The team’s relentless determination and cohesive teamwork have been the driving forces behind their success. Led by their talented roster of players and a skilled coaching staff, the USC women have proven themselves as a force to be reckoned with on the court.
Their historic start to the season has fans and analysts alike buzzing with excitement. The team’s impressive performance has solidified their spot as a top contender in the conference and has put them on the radar of national recognition.
As they continue to dominate their opponents and rack up wins, the USC women are showing no signs of slowing down. With their sights set on a championship title, this team is one to watch as they continue to make waves in the world of college basketball.
SANTA CLARA, Calif. —The nation’s leading road win streak has moved to 15, as the Saint Mary’s Gaels (19-3, 9-0 WCC) bested the Santa Clara Broncos (14-9, 6-4 WCC) 67-54 in Santa Clara this evening. The Gaels trailed by two with 3:14 in the first half before going on a 30-0 run spanning nearly 13 minutes to pull away, and while the Broncos found their stride late, it was too little, too late, as Saint Mary’s ultimately earned the double-digit victory. Now at 9-0 in the conference, the Gaels continue to hold a two game stranglehold on first place in the WCC at the halfway mark of conference play.
Saint Mary’s defense shined in the first half, limiting the Broncos to just 10 points over the first 13 minutes of play, establishing a double digit 20-10 lead. Santa Clara, however, came storming back, stringing together solid interior scoring possessions to go on a 14-2 run to take a two point lead. The Gaels were able to curtail that Bronco momentum heading into the break, scoring the final two buckets of the half to take a two point lead into the break. Ashton Hardaway buried a couple of threes in the first half to lead the way, while Paulius Murauskas and Harry Wessels combined for nine points and 10 boards in the opening stanza.Â
The Gaels took their 4-0 run that ended the first half, and added 26 more to it to go ahead 52-24, holding them scoreless for the first 10 minutes of the second half to really put the game out of reach. Saint Mary’s took their foot off the gas pedal and Santa Clara started hitting contested three pointers late to make the score a bit more respectable, as things ended 67-54. Mitchell Saxen was unstoppable in the paint second frame, with nine points, while Luke Barrett buried a pair of threes to get to eight in the final 20.Â
Mitchell Saxen finished as the Gaels high man with 12 points. While the scoring outing wasn’t the largest of Saxen’s career, it was his defense that led the Gaels to victory, clogging up the paint and not giving the Broncos any clean inside in the second half. Luke Barrett was the only other Gael in double figures, scoring 10, but, like Saxen, it was Barrett’s defense in the second half that sparked the SMC 30-0 run. Five other Gaels scored at least eight points, with Paulius Murauskas adding 14 rebounds to his nine, and Augustas Marciulionis adding five assists to his nine. The Gaels have now beaten eight of nine WCC foes this year by double digits.Â
30-0 RUN
Less than a week ago, the Gaels were able to outscore Washington State 23-7 over a stretch just shy of eight minutes to erase a double-digit deficit and eventually down the Cougars by five. While that run was stellar, it pales in comparison to what the Gaels were able to do tonight against Santa Clara. With 3:14 left in the first half, the Broncos took a 24-22 lead, just their second of the night. The Gaels responded by scoring the final four points of the first half…and the first 26 of the second half for a 30-0 run, holding Santa Clara scoreless for nearly 13 minutes. This run pushed the Gaels up by 28 with under 10 minutes to go, a nearly insurmountable lead for any team, but even more so with the Gaels impressive defense. Jordan Ross led that offensive surge with nine points, while Luke Barrett and Mitchell Saxen each scored seven in that stretch. A year ago, the Gaels had a similar run against the Broncos at the Leavey Center, opening the game on a 30-6 run over the opening 12 minutes of the game, as Saint Mary’s continues to demonstrate their road dominance over the past two seasons.Â
SHARING THE WEALTH
The Gaels did not have one star scorer tonight, but rather had seven different players score between eight and 12 points. Mitchell Saxen led the way with 12, connecting on 50% of his shots from the field and going 4-6 from the stripe. Luke Barrett joined him in double figures with 10, eight coming in the second half. The quartet of Jordan Ross, Augustas Marciulionis, Ashton Hardaway and Paulius Murauskas each scored nine, with each knocking down at least one three, while Harry Wessels had an efficient eight points in just 16 minutes of play. This display of team basketball was reminiscent of the Gaels scoring distribution all season long, as they boast six scorers who average between 8.7 and 13.6 points per game, with any one of them having the ability to be the leading scorer on any given night.Â
POSTGAME CHATS
“The run for us tonight was great, and we needed it. We talked in the locker room about needing a good start in the second half, and we did that. We got the ball moving a bit more, we took care of it better and we started getting better looks, and on the defensive end we tightened things up. We forced Santa Clara into taking tough shots and we crashed the glass every time, but there was also a stretch where it felt like we ripped down every offensive rebound as well and that was huge. I’m really proud of our guys and how they played. It was overall a great win!” – Associate Head Coach Mickey McConnell
“It’s special to have a team where everybody is scoring and playing well within our system. We all care about winning and not about our own individual stats, so it’s all about getting whoever has the hot hand the ball, and working on getting the best shot possible on every possession.” – Ashton Hardaway
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In a stunning display of dominance, the Saint Mary’s Gaels used a 30-0 run to defeat the Santa Clara Broncos with a final score of 67-54. The Gaels showed off their offensive prowess and stifling defense, completely shutting down the Broncos for an extended stretch of the game.
Led by standout performances from their key players, the Gaels were able to pull away from the Broncos and never looked back. The team’s chemistry and execution were on full display as they outplayed and outmuscled their opponents in every facet of the game.
The Gaels’ impressive win not only solidifies their standing in the conference but also serves as a statement to the rest of the teams in the league. With this victory, the Gaels prove that they are a force to be reckoned with and are capable of taking down any opponent that stands in their way.
As the Gaels continue their march towards the postseason, this win serves as a reminder of their potential and the level of play they are capable of achieving. With their eyes set on even greater accomplishments, the Gaels are proving that they are a team to watch out for in the coming weeks.
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“Maybe put him in a tough spot,” Redick said after James went 0-for-5 with three turnovers in 15 minutes. “Flying up yesterday, nationally televised game in Philly and all that stuff. He didn’t play well, but he’s been playing great in the stay-ready games, and he’s been playing great in the G [League].”
James was on assignment with the South Bay Lakers, L.A.’s G League affiliate, when the Lakers recalled him Monday to join them in the middle of their five-game road trip.
The Lakers’ No. 55 pick in the second round in June, the eldest son of star LeBron James, had not played meaningful minutes for L.A. since opening night when the James family became the first father-son duo in NBA history to play in a game together.
With backup Gabe Vincent (left knee) sidelined the past two games, Redick gave Bronny a shot in the first quarter against Philadelphia with L.A. up 17-9.
“Just felt like on a back-to-back, just him giving us energy, I think, was the goal,” Redick said. “I have confidence in him, but obviously didn’t provide that at a high level.”
The 6-foot-2 guard struggled immediately, with the Sixers’ Tyrese Maxey (43 points) attacking him defensively to score and then turning it over on a bad pass to Anthony Davis on offense, leading to a transition dunk for Guerschon Yabusele.
“He’s a fast guard,” Bronny said of Maxey. “Amazing touch. Can shoot it. I was trying to stand my ground. Just trying to play as hard as I can and bring as much energy as I can. That’s all.”
He added that the call-up to the Lakers, a few days after scoring a season-high 31 points in the G League, caught him off guard.
“It just came out of nowhere, so I was always trying to stay ready to play and always keeping my mind right,” he said.
Despite the rough night, Bronny still cited growth since opening night when he closed out the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves with his dad.
“I feel like I’m a whole lot more prepared now,” he said. “Again, just coming out and staying ready after the G League stint and the season being down the road a little bit more, just staying ready. And coming in, playing smart.”
LeBron said his son’s growth will continue with more opportunities.
“Obviously, it’s his first extensive minutes with us,” LeBron said. “We had that first game where it was just a moment — and that was a great moment. But tonight was his first opportunity to be with the big guys, be with the big club, and he’s going to continue to use that and get better and better.”
Bronny James, the son of NBA legend LeBron James, has been facing challenges during his extended run with the Los Angeles Lakers. Veteran guard JJ Redick recently commented on Bronny’s struggles, saying that the young player has been put in a tough spot due to the high expectations and scrutiny that come with being part of a famous basketball family.
Bronny, who is currently a member of the Lakers’ G League affiliate team, has been working hard to make a name for himself in the basketball world. However, with the added pressure of being LeBron James’ son, the 17-year-old has been facing criticism and comparisons to his father.
Redick, who has been following Bronny’s journey closely, expressed empathy for the young player and acknowledged the challenges he faces. “It’s not easy being in Bronny’s shoes. The spotlight is always on him, and people are quick to judge his every move. He’s a talented player with a bright future, but he’s still learning and growing,” Redick said.
Despite the difficulties, Bronny remains determined to prove himself and carve out his own path in the basketball world. With the support of his family, teammates, and fans, he continues to work hard and improve his game.
As Bronny navigates the ups and downs of his basketball career, it is clear that he has the potential to make a name for himself beyond just being LeBron James’ son. With time and experience, he will undoubtedly overcome these challenges and emerge as a successful player in his own right.
The Street Profits have been one of the most popular WWE tag teams since joining the main roster, but throughout their nine years together, fans have often questioned what a singles run would look like for either Montez Ford or Angelo Dawkins. Ford specifically has been considered a potential singles star due to his in-ring athleticism and charismatic persona, and has even had brief opportunities to wrestle the likes of Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins individually. WWE star and Ford’s real-life wife, Bianca Belair, recently provided her thoughts on her husband getting a singles push to “Gorilla Position.”Â
“He doesn’t really like to talk about it a lot cause he likes to play things cool, but when we do talk about it, I’m also hyping my husband up and its not just because it’s my husband. I tell him all the time, I’m saying this but it’s not because I’m your wife, like everybody sees this, it’s going to happen for him. I always tell him, his time is coming and I always tell him, delayed is not the same thing as denied … he has so much potential and the only thing holding him back is just the opportunity. Once the opportunity comes, he’s going to hit the ground, he’s going to take off.”Â
Belair explained how finding success within WWE is a mixture of talent, good luck, and timing, and believes Ford already has the talent but just needs the luck and the right opportunity. Belair also revealed last year that Ford sometimes feels guilty about wanting a singles run, because he does not want to abandon Dawkins.
If you use any of the quotes in this article, please credit “Gorilla Position” with a h/t to Wrestling Inc. for the transcription.
Bianca Belair, one of the top stars in WWE, recently opened up about the possibility of her husband, Montez Ford, having a successful singles run in the company. In a candid interview, Belair shared her thoughts on Ford’s potential as a singles competitor and what it would mean for his career.
Belair expressed her confidence in Ford’s abilities and his potential to shine as a singles competitor in WWE. She praised his athleticism, charisma, and in-ring skills, highlighting his standout performances in tag team matches as a member of The Street Profits.
While Belair acknowledged that Ford has found success as part of a tag team, she also emphasized that he has the talent and drive to succeed on his own. She revealed that Ford has been working hard to improve his craft and hone his skills, and she believes that he has what it takes to make a name for himself as a singles competitor in WWE.
Belair’s support for her husband’s singles aspirations has sparked excitement among fans, who are eager to see Ford showcase his talents in solo competition. With Belair by his side, Ford has a strong support system and a true believer in his abilities, which could be the key to unlocking his potential as a top singles star in WWE.
As fans await Ford’s potential singles run, they can be sure that Belair will be cheering him on every step of the way, rooting for her husband to achieve his dreams and make a name for himself in WWE.
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NORMAN — The second half started with an alley oop from Jeremiah Fears to Sam Godwin. Duke Miles followed that up with a 3-pointer.
Then Brycen Goodine made a 3-pointer.
Fears followed that with a layup.
Jalon Fears and Goodine made back-to-back 3-pointers.
Godwin made a dunk. Fears again made another layup.
By the time Glenn Taylor made a layup, it capped off a 21-0 run for the Sooners to open the second half. The Sooners made nine consecutive shots during that stretch while holding No. 24-ranked Vanderbilt scores, flipping a four-point halftime deficit into a 17-point lead.
The offensive simply found a rhythm, the defense tightened up and the Sooners rode that momentum to an 97-67 win over the Commodores Saturday at the Lloyd Noble Center.
That second-half run really was a continuation of the way the Sooners ended the first half. With Vanderbilt leading by 11 points with 3:30 before halftime, the Sooners closed the first half on a 9-2 run that was punctuated by a 3-pointer from Luke Northweather with 28 seconds to go.
Combining that with their second-half run, that stretch saw the Sooners outscore Vanderbilt 30-4. That proved to be the run the Sooners needed to find their footing in a game they had to win.
With the win, the Sooners improve to 16-5 on the season and 3-5 in SEC play.
— Vanderbilt led by as many as 12 points in the first half and went into half with 42 points on 47% shooting from the floor and 43% shooting from the 3-point line.
But OU’s defense was significantly better in the second half. Vanderbilt scored just 27 points after halftime while shooting just 30% from the field.
After trailing 42-38 at halftime, the Sooners outscored Vanderbilt 61-27 in the second half.
— The Sooners were remarkably efficient offensively. They shot 63% from the field (36/57) and 55% from 3 (11/20).
In the second half? The Sooners scored 61 points while shooting a blistering 73% from the field and 58% from the 3-point line.
— It was turnovers that killed Oklahoma in the first half. The Sooners coughed the ball up 11 times, which led to 10 Vanderbilt points.
The Sooners completely flipped that script in the second half. They committed just six turnovers after halftime while scoring 15 points off of 10 second-half turnovers for Vanderbilt.
— The Sooners won the rebounding battle 39-24, a huge bounce back after they were outrebounded by 28 against Texas A&M.
— All eyes were going to be on Jeremiah Fears after his dud against Texas A&M, when he was held scoreless while missing all five of his shot attempts.
This was the bounce-back effort the Sooners needed, and it started early. Fears scored seven of the team’s first eight points, and that carried through the rest of the game. He finished with a team-high 21 points while shooting an efficient 8-of-12 from the floor, adding six rebounds, four assists and three steals. He finished with a plus-minus of +22.
When Fears plays like this, the Sooners are a lot tougher to beat.
— Dayton Forsythe continues to be a genuine difference-maker off the bench. In one particular sequence at the end of the first half, Forsythe forced a jump ball defensively, drove and made a layup, then stripped a Vanderbilt player that resulted in a turnover. It was a big reason why Oklahoma ended the half on a 9-2 run.
Forsythe — who finished with 14 points, three rebounds and three steals — wasn’t even in the rotation to begin conference play. But he’s now logged at least 22 minutes in the last two games and has become an indispensable cog in the Sooners’ machine.
He was a big reason why the Sooners held an 32-10 advantage in bench scoring against Vanderbilt.
— Vanderbilt guard Jason Edwards was on a heater to start the game, making four of his first five shots. But the Sooners held him in check, as he made just three of final 15 shots. He finished the game with 21 points on 7-of-20 shooting.
— This was a significantly important victory for the Sooners, who face No. 1 Auburn (8 p.m. Tuesday, SEC Network) and No. 8 Tennessee next week.
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The Oklahoma Sooners put on a show in the second half to defeat No. 24 Vanderbilt in an impressive comeback win. The Sooners overcame a slow start to unleash a massive run that left the Commodores in the dust. Led by their star players, the Sooners showed their resilience and determination to secure a crucial victory. Stay tuned for more exciting hoops action from the Sooners as they continue their quest for success this season. #BoomerSooner #HoopsVictory
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The 2025 Pro Bowl will mark the third iteration of the Pro Bowl Games, culminating in an AFC vs. NFC flag football showdown on Sunday. Outside of players from the Chiefs and Eagles, the 2025 Pro Bowl Games features many of the top players in the league, from NFL MVP finalists Joe Burrow and Jared Goff to game-breaking talents like Jahmyr Gibbs and Justin Jefferson. The 7-on-7 flag football game highlights the Pro Bowl 2025 and will consist of four quarters, with skills events in between, contested on a 50-yard field with 10-yard endzones.
Scoring plays are worth the traditional six points, with a 1-point conversion from the 5-yard line or a 2-point conversion from the 10-yard line. The 2025 Pro Bowl Games will kick off at 3 p.m. ET on Sunday from Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla. The latest Pro Bowl odds for the NFL flag football game have the AFC favored by 1.5, while the over/under for points is 88.5. Before making any 2025 Pro Bowl picks for Sunday’s flag football game, you need to check out the NFL predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine expert R.J. White, considering his mastery of NFL picks.
White, a Fantasy and gambling editor for CBS Sports, consistently crushes against-the-spread picks and has gone 643-543-34 on his ATS picks from 2017-23, which returned more than $4,600 to $100 players. He also went 101-84-4 (+1366) on all NFL spread picks last season and is on a 29-15 roll (+1324) on his NFL picks this season. Anyone who has followed him could be way up.
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Why the AFC can cover
You only have to look back at the Pro Bowl a year ago to see why the AFC is the favorite for the 2025 Pro Bowl. The American Football Conference dominated the flag football portion, winning it 50-34 and only losing in one of the four quarters of play, and it lost that quarter by just a single point. From a roster standpoint, the AFC pass catchers — which are integral to flag football success — aren’t hit as hard by Pro Bowl defections as much as the NFC. Three of the four AFC wideouts originally selected for the game will participate, while just one of the four NFC wideouts selected will play.
One also has to remember that each player on the winning squad will receive twice as much in compensation as the players on the losing squad. Young players who haven’t made as much in NFL earnings would seem to be most incentivized, and the AFC boasts three rookies at premium positions in Drake Maye, Brian Thomas Jr. and Brock Bowers. With Jayden Daniels withdrawing, there’s just one NFC offensive rookie in Malik Nabers. That could be the difference maker that allows the AFC to claim the 2025 Pro Bowl. See who to back at SportsLine.
Why the NFC can cover
While the AFC won the flag football game a year ago, it’s the NFC which is undefeated in this iteration of the Pro Bowl. Since the league shifted to the Pro Bowl Games format two years ago, the NFC has won both overall exhibitions. Additionally, when the flag football event debuted two years ago, it was the National Football Conference that prevailed, winning two of the three held flag football games and taking the overall flag football competition.
The NFC has the clear edge in terms of pass-catching running backs, which is far more crucial in flag football success than the rushing ability of backs. None of the three AFC running backs — Jonathan Taylor, Joe Mixon, James Cook — had more than 36 receptions, while none of the three NFC backs — Gibbs, Bijan Robinson, Josh Jacobs — had fewer than 36 catches. Also, while the NFC won’t have Daniels under center, it replaced him with someone as well-versed as anyone in flag football success, Baker Mayfield, who was the Offensive MVP of last year’s game. See who to back at SportsLine.
How to make AFC vs. NFC picks
White has analyzed the 2025 Pro Bowl Games from every possible angle and is leaning Under. He has also discovered a critical X-factor that has him jumping all over one side of the spread. Find out what it is, and which team to back, at SportsLine.Â
The 2025 NFL Pro Bowl Games are just around the corner, and fans are eagerly anticipating the action-packed flag football matchups. With some of the league’s top stars set to take the field, the excitement is palpable.
As we look ahead to the games, let’s take a closer look at some predictions, odds, spreads, lines, and game times for the upcoming Pro Bowl festivities.
According to experts, the AFC and NFC teams are expected to be evenly matched, with both sides boasting a roster full of talent and skill. The odds are likely to be close, reflecting the competitive nature of the game.
The spread is expected to be tight, with oddsmakers predicting a close contest that could go either way. With so many playmakers on both teams, fans can expect a high-scoring affair with plenty of big plays and highlight-reel moments.
The game time for the Pro Bowl is set to be announced closer to the event, so be sure to check your local listings for the most up-to-date information.
For those looking to make a wager on the game, experts are advising to consider taking a look at the underdog, as they have been on a hot streak with a 29-15 record in recent games. With their insider knowledge and expertise, these experts are confident in their picks and bets for the upcoming Pro Bowl games.
So mark your calendars and get ready for an exciting weekend of flag football action at the 2025 NFL Pro Bowl Games. It’s sure to be a thrilling event that fans won’t want to miss.
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