Jared Hochman
Jared Hochman
15+ years experience 15+ years experience
Before Jared Hochman joined the Covers team in 2020, he worked for newspaper outlets such as the Chronicle Herald and The Coast, worked in marketing for SkipTheDishes and Vivid Seats, and previously ran a magazine. A journalism graduate from the University of King's College in, Halifax, N.S., "Hoch" brings more than a decade of experience in sports betting, having worked as a freelance handicapper, making appearances on Monumental Sports Network and the Sharp 600 podcast, and now also filling in occasionally as host of Covers' NHL Puck Props.
Awarded Covers' company MVP for 2023, Jared is an avid bettor of MLB, NFL, NHL, and NBA, while also wagering on some soccer and WNBA. His best advice for sports bettors? Price shop — something he does daily across 10 different sportsbook apps.
Sport to bet on: MLB
Sports movie: Any Given Sunday
Sports snack: Wings
Covers feature: NFL Weekly Props
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2025 NBA Defensive Player of the Year Odds: Jackson Jr. Next Man Up with Wemby Out for the Season
With Victory Wembanyama ruled out for the remainder of the season, the DPOY odds turn in favor of Jaren Jackson Jr.
2025 NBA Rookie of the Year Odds: Kel'el Ware Becomes Shorter Favorite, Sarr Sinks
Miami Heat center Kel'el Ware continues to hold the mantle of "latest RoY favorite" after a strong finished to January.
NBA Clutch Player of the Year Odds: Nikola Jokic Remains The Favorite
Denver Nuggets do-it-all superstar Nikola Jokic is the favorite to win Clutch Player of the Year. Darius Garland and Jayson Tatum are also in the mix.
2024-25 NBA Win Totals and Over/Under Betting Odds: Red-Hot Thunder Up to 65.5 Projected Wins
Oklahoma City and Cleveland — current owners of the NBA's two best records — are projected for the most wins over the remainder of the season.
2025 NBA Draft Odds: Who Will Win the Cooper Flagg Lottery?
With the NBA almost at the All-Star break, the race to finish at the bottom — and have the best chance at getting Duke star Cooper Flagg — is almost as captivating as the race to finish first.
2025 NBA Play-In Tournament Odds and Schedule: Warriors, 76ers Poised To Finish Inside the Top-10
The latest odds for who will participate in the Play-In Tournament have the Warriors and Sixers favorite to be involved, despite both currently sitting 11th in their conference standings.
Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl Odds & Halftime Show Bets: Kendrick Opens With a Freestyle Before Squabble Up
The Big Game is tonight, and while the available halftime show markets are dwindling — we have the latest odds for what is still available.
What happened during Kendrick Lamar's Halftime Show at the Super Bowl?
Find out what song Kendrick sang first, last, how many songs he performed, plus who joined him on stage at the halftime show for Super Bowl 59 in New Orleans.
Kendrick Lamar Setlist Predictions: What Songs Will Kendrick Play During Super Bowl Halftime Show?
We look at what songs Kendrick Lamar will most likely perform during the Super Bowl halftime show.
Kendrick Lamar Odds, Props, Picks for Tonight's Super Bowl Halftime Show
Kendrick Lamar performs at the Super Bowl 59 Halftime show on Sunday. Get the latest odds, props, and picks from Covers.
Tonight's Best Super Bowl Odds Boosts, Chiefs vs Eagles promos, and Sign-Up Offers for Super Bowl LIX
The top Super Bowl 59 boosts from Covers' top-ranked U.S. sportsbooks.
Chiefs vs Eagles Picks: Caesars Odds Boosts Offering More Value for Super Bowl Predictions
Give your Big Game bets a little boost with some odds boosts from Caesars! We break down what offers are available today — plus give the best bets to make with those boosts.
How to Bet on the Puppy Bowl 2025: Odds for Team Ruff vs Team Fluff
The Super Bowl may feature some birds, but the pre-game is for all the dogs! The 2025 Puppy Bowl again features Team Ruff vs. Team Fluff — and we have the latest odds, plus an explainer on the rules, how to watch, and previous results.
Covers' Ultimate Super Bowl Playlist: Creating the Perfect Music for Your Big Game Party Tonight
From Kendrick Lamar (duh) and Taylor Swift (obviously) to Patti LaBelle and the Prince of Funk, we've curated the perfect musical playlist — 59 songs for your Super Bowl 59 party.
The 8 Super Bowl Player Props You Need to Bet Now Based on Covers Player Prop Projections
Covers' player prop projections identified eight bets you need to make ahead of Sunday's kickoff — and the best plus-money alt-totals to also bet based on those forecasts.
Latest 2025 NBA Championship Odds: Luka Doncic Traded to Lakers for Anthony Davis
The biggest NBA blockbuster in recent years occurred in the wee hours of Sunday morning as the Dallas Mavericks traded superstar Luka Doncic to the Lakers in a deal that sees Anthony Davis go to the Mavs.
NFL Best Bets and Player Prop Odds for the Conference Championships
We've got a little bit of everything with our player props for the AFC and NFC title games, including star player Unders, backups to deliver, Saquon being Saquon, and Xavier Worthy to shine in his biggest game yet.
The Best NFL Betting Promotions, Odds Boosts, and Sign Up Offers for the AFC/NFC Championship
The top Conference Championship promos from Covers' top-ranked U.S. sportsbooks.
The Best Ohio State vs Notre Dame Odds Boosts — and the best CFP National Championship Picks to Make With Them
We share the best Ohio State vs. Notre Dame promos — and a recommended bet for each boost — from Covers' top-ranked U.S. sportsbooks.
The Best NFL Betting Promotions, Odds Boosts, and Sign Up Offers for the Divisional Round
The top Divisional Round promos from Covers' top-ranked U.S. sportsbooks.
