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Ashley Anderson was born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, where she played high school basketball and softball, and went on to (very randomly) join the crew team at her local university. She currently writes for TwinSpires Edge, a website dedicated to horse racing and betting analysis. She previously worked as a staff writer for The Voice-Tribune in Louisville before serving as an editor for Bleacher Report while based in New York and LA. She's a fan of the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (as long as Brady is on the roster), the University of Louisville, Louisville City soccer, and is a two-time fantasy football champion.

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Team: New England Patriots
Sport to bet on: NFL
Sports movie: White Men Can't Jump
Sports snack: Pizza
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When I was about four years old, my dad let me bet on a greyhound race in Florida. I picked the No. 1, because winners are No. 1, right? Sure enough, that greyhound won, so I placed the same bet in the next race and watched the No. 1 win again! I remember thinking I was a betting genius, until the No. 4 won the third race and my luck went downhill from there. I stick to horse racing now, and whenever I lose, nine times out of 10, I get beaten by the 4.
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Week 1 of the 2019 college football season, I bet Oregon +3.5 against Auburn and doubled down after Oregon was up one point with under a minute left. Auburn was in Oregon territory, and I thought for sure they would kick a field goal to win the game by two, but freshman Bo Nix decided to play hero and throw a touchdown with nine seconds left, giving Auburn a 27-21 victory.
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Dolphins vs Patriots Week 17 Picks and Predictions: New England Swamps Miami Offense

Jan 1, 2023 • 8:17 AM ET

Miami won the first matchup between these teams in Week 1, but a lot has changed since then. With Tua out and New England's defense motivated, our NFL betting picks are fading the Dolphins' offense in this Week 17 rematch.

Trail Blazers vs Warriors Picks and Predictions: Portland Keeps Poole at Bay

Dec 30, 2022 • 2:30 PM ET

No Steph Curry has meant a bigger offensive burden on guys like Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole. And while Poole has impressed at certain points, tonight might not be his night. Read more in our NBA betting picks for Trail Blazers vs. Warriors below.

Bengals vs Patriots Week 16 Picks and Predictions: Expected Game-Script Hurts Burrow's Passing Total

Dec 24, 2022 • 8:21 AM ET

Cincinnati is on a six-game win streak and will hope to extend it in Foxborough this weekend. However, history this season tells us that Joe Burrow could be in tough against a defense like New England's. Read more in our Bengals vs. Patriots betting picks.

Wizards vs Jazz Picks and Predictions: Clarkson Fires From Range

Dec 22, 2022 • 12:59 PM ET

Washington's been a dreadful team defending the three lately and Utah has no shortage of sharpshooters. Ahead of Wizards vs. Jazz, our NBA picks are highlighting the best value among Utah's firing squad.

South Alabama vs Western Kentucky Prediction: New Orleans Bowl Odds and Picks

Dec 21, 2022 • 5:59 PM ET

The New Orleans Bowl features the Jaguars taking on the Hilltoppers at the home of the Saints on Wednesday. Find out why we're betting on a high-scoring affair in our South Alabama vs. Western Kentucky betting picks.

Bengals vs Buccaneers Week 15 Picks and Predictions: Mixon Exploits Poor Bucs' Run Defense

Dec 18, 2022 • 8:40 AM ET

Cincinnati heads into Tampa Bay riding a five-game win streak, while the Bucs are in an unexpected dogfight for their division. With Tampa having struggled against the run, our NFL betting picks are backing Mixon to dominate Sunday.

Buccaneers vs 49ers Week 14 Picks and Predictions: Niners Can't Be Stopped

Dec 11, 2022 • 8:15 AM ET

San Francisco are winners of its last five and will look to keep the streak going when it plays host to Tom Brady and Tampa Bay on Sunday. Find out where the betting edge lies in our Buccaneers vs. 49ers betting picks.

Clippers vs Heat Picks and Predictions: Banged-Up Miami Struggles to Score

Dec 8, 2022 • 2:13 PM ET

The Miami Heat are so banged up and while they may have close to a full roster, it's unclear who is even at 100%. Jimmy Butler is a game-time decision, and the Clippers' stingy defense has our betting picks wondering where the scoring will come from.

Broncos vs Ravens Week 13 Picks and Predictions: Denver's Offense Faces Further Humiliation

Dec 4, 2022 • 8:24 AM ET

Just when you think they can't get lower, Russell Wilson and the Broncos' offense find a way. In a tough spot this week, on the road against the Ravens, our NFL picks are expecting more of the same from Denver's offense.

UCF vs Tulane Odds, Picks and Predictions: Knights Won't Roll Over in AAC Championship

Dec 3, 2022 • 1:05 PM ET

UCF got the better of Tulane earlier this season, and may not be in as rough shape without its QB as the books seem to think. See why our college football picks still have faith in the underdogs in this AAC Championship game.

Tennessee vs Vanderbilt Odds, Picks and Predictions: Don't Doubt Hooker-Less Vols

Nov 26, 2022 • 8:00 AM ET

Even with Hendon Hooker sidelined by a torn ACL, the Tennessee Volunteers have the advantage against Vanderbilt on Saturday. Joe Milton III should be able to guide this offense to an early strike against a Commodores team that struggles out of the gate.

Louisville vs Kentucky Odds, Picks and Predictions: Defense Will Carry Wildcats

Nov 26, 2022 • 8:00 AM ET

Kentucky is coming off a strong defensive effort against the defending national champs, and should continue to succeed on Saturday against a program that they have gotten the best of in recent years. Read more in our Louisville vs. Kentucky betting picks.

Ohio State vs Maryland Odds, Picks and Predictions: Buckeyes Handle Business in College Park

Nov 19, 2022 • 7:25 AM ET

Ohio State's focus is very much on the Week 13 showdown with undefeated Michigan, but the Buckeyes still have to go on the road to face Maryland. Our college football betting picks expect them to handle business in what will be their final tune-up.

Georgia vs Kentucky Odds, Picks and Predictions: No Early Fireworks in Week 12

Nov 19, 2022 • 7:25 AM ET

The Bulldogs are going to pounce all over a struggling Kentucky attack, especially early. See why Georgia's early flex on defense contributes to the best bet for one of Week 12's marquee college football matchups.

Louisville vs Clemson Odds, Picks and Predictions: Tigers Unleash First-Half Fury

Nov 12, 2022 • 8:06 AM ET

Clemson's looking to bounce back from a rare loss and salvage its CFP stock. Louisville's season may be trending up, but the Tigers should come out ready to pounce in Week 11. See why our college football picks have faith in the favorites.

Kentucky vs Tennessee Odds, Picks and Predictions: Vols Vault First Half Spread

Oct 27, 2022 • 10:15 AM ET

Kentucky's been proving itself a legitimate program this season, but Tennessee has too well-oiled of a machine on offense. Our college football picks examine why Hendon Hooker and the Vols will separate themselves early in this Week 9 contest.

Michigan State vs Michigan Odds, Picks and Predictions: Corum Assets

Oct 27, 2022 • 9:14 AM ET

Michigan State's run defense is suspect, and the Wolverines have just the man to expose it. See why Blake Corum should be doing Michigan's heavy lifting in this Week 9 Big Ten rivalry — and why's our best bet for the matchup.

Purdue vs Wisconsin Odds, Picks and Predictions: Can Boilermakers Finally End Wisconsin Woes?

Oct 22, 2022 • 7:54 AM ET

Wisconsin has won 15 straight games against Purdue dating all the way back to 2004. However, the Badgers are very much in flux this year, which presents a golden opportunity for QB Aidan O’Connell and the Boilermakers to buck that trend.

Kansas vs Baylor Odds, Picks and Predictions: Bears Simply Don't Lose to Jayhawks

Oct 22, 2022 • 7:54 AM ET

Baylor has long dominated its rivalry with Kansas, dating back to 2007 when the Jayhawks last picked up a win over the Bears. Our betting picks aren't expecting a change in that trend as Baylor is primed to win and cover once more.

Kansas vs Oklahoma Odds, Picks and Predictions: Rock Chalk Erasers

Oct 15, 2022 • 7:50 AM ET

Oklahoma's looking at an ostensible bounce-back spot, getting its QB back against a Kansas team it dominates historically. But this isn't your grandma's Jayhawks squad — find out why our college football picks have faith in the underdogs.

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