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Jason Ence

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Betting Analyst Years of Experience Icon12+ years experience
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Jason has been hooked on soccer since watching Real Madrid and Manchester United in the 2003 Champions League, and has been betting on the sport for nearly 15 years. He has given soccer gambling and fantasy advice for nearly a decade, writing for sites including Rotowire, SB Nation, and The TwinSpires Edge.

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Team: Manchester United
Sport to bet on: Soccer
Sports movie: Dodgeball
Sports snack: Wings
Covers feature: Premier League coverage
Hitting the trifecta in the 2015 Kentucky Derby. I played a $1 box with Carpe Diem, Dortmund, Firing Line, and American Pharoah and while it only paid out about $100, it was still an amazing feeling.
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The ACC Tournament in 2012. I lost a +1,500 parlay when Notre Dame made two free throws with half a second on the clock, which they put back on the clock after review. The shots put them Over their team total. I've hated the Fighting Irish ever since.
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Patrick Mahomes Picks, Predictions & Best Bets for Texans vs Chiefs

Jan 18, 2025 • 11:47 AM ET

While Patrick Mahomes has made his money with his passing ability, his legs are also a weapon when the playoffs roll around. Find out why Jason Ence is backing Mahomes to break off a big run on Saturday vs. the Texans.

Alabama vs Kentucky Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game

Jan 18, 2025 • 9:03 AM ET

Alabama's offense is no joke, but the Wildcats are more than capable of keeping up with the Tide to win this game.

USA vs Venezuela Predictions & Picks for Saturday’s Friendly Match

Jan 17, 2025 • 9:48 AM ET

While this game is only a friendly, players on Team USA will compete hard to make a statement.

Texas A&M vs Kentucky Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game

Jan 14, 2025 • 12:33 PM ET

Texas A&M comes into Kentucky's house in a Top 15 showdown as two successful offenses come against each other in what will be a high-scoring match. The Aggies will tap into their strengths as the Wildcats will look for revenge over their SEC foe.

Vikings vs Rams Prop Bets for Wild Card Weekend

Jan 13, 2025 • 10:46 AM ET

The Vikings, generally, were a solid defensive team, but tight ends proved tricky for Minnesota to contain. Rams TE Tyler Higbee should be a beneficiary of this deficiency on Monday night.

NFL Props: Steelers vs Ravens Anytime Touchdown Picks for the Wild Card Weekend

Jan 11, 2025 • 8:57 AM ET

It's playoff time, which your best players have to be just that, Jason Ence believes both tight ends can leave their mark on this AFC Wild Card contest.

Chargers vs Texans Prop Bets for Wild Card Weekend

Jan 11, 2025 • 8:52 AM ET

The Los Angeles Chargers may be without J.K. Dobbins in this contest but fret not. Justin Herbert and Ladd McConkey are healthy and Jason Ence believes they can help you make some money.

CFP National Championship Odds Analysis: Buckeyes -9.5-Point Favorites

Jan 10, 2025 • 11:49 PM ET

The CFP National Championship opening odds have been released and it's the Ohio State Buckeyes who are favorites and taking the early money.

Kentucky vs Georgia Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game

Jan 7, 2025 • 4:45 PM ET

Although Kobe Brea has been lights out when playing within the confines of Rupp Arena, a different story has unfolded on the road.

North Texas vs Memphis Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game

Jan 5, 2025 • 12:30 PM ET

North Texas takes on Memphis in AAC play on Sunday and Jason Ence believes these two teams will trade baskets with ease. Find out more on why he likes the Over below.

Panthers vs Falcons Predictions, Picks, & Best Bets for NFL Week 18

Jan 5, 2025 • 10:53 AM ET

Ence's best bet: With a slim chance of making the playoffs, expect the Falcons to feed Bijan Robinson early and often against the Panthers.

San Diego State vs Boise State Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game

Jan 4, 2025 • 12:33 PM ET

In a pivotal Mountain West matchup, the San Diego State Aztecs have quite the assignment on their hands as they face a Boise State Broncos team that will find ways to disrupt their solid defense.

The Top 10 Biggest Point Spreads in NFL History

Jan 4, 2025 • 10:45 AM ET

The Cleveland Browns are 20-point underdogs vs. the Baltimore Ravens today, but that's nowhere near the biggest point spread in NFL history.

Minnesota vs Virginia Tech Predictions, Picks & Odds for the Duke's Mayo Bowl

Jan 3, 2025 • 4:31 PM ET

Ence's best bet: Not much looks familiar for the Virginia Tech Hokies, and our expert college football predictions expect Minnesota to take full advantage of the inexperienced Hokies.

Toledo vs Purdue Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game

Dec 29, 2024 • 12:15 PM ET

Our Toledo vs Purdue predictions expect the Boilermakers to thump the Rockets.

Packers vs Vikings Prop Bets: Darnold Shreds Green Bay in Divisional Rivalry

Dec 28, 2024 • 6:40 PM ET

Sam Darnold has completely resurrected his career in Minnesota, and we expect the former top pick to continue his strong play in Sunday's NFC North showdown.

Iowa State vs Miami Predictions, Picks, Odds for the 2024 Pop-Tarts Bowl

Dec 28, 2024 • 12:25 PM ET

Ence's best bet: While all the attention will be on Miami's Cam Ward playing ONE MORE GAME, Hurricanes RB Damien Martinez will be the difference maker against an Iowa State team that can't slow ground games. But we're focused on the Over for several reasons.

Georgia Tech vs Vanderbilt Predictions, Picks, Odds for the Birmingham Bowl

Dec 27, 2024 • 12:41 PM ET

Ence's best bet: Georgia Tech is missing a couple of key pieces but not enough to fully fall apart. Still, scoring may be hard to come by, so we're targeting the Under.

Early Lions vs 49ers Predictions, Picks, and Odds for MNF Week 17

Dec 24, 2024 • 3:35 PM ET

San Francisco's motivation level is zero, and Jason Ence's early Lions vs. 49ers predictions don't expect the Niners to put up much of a fight.

Early Chargers vs Patriots Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Week 17

Dec 24, 2024 • 8:20 AM ET

With a chance to clinch a playoff spot, Jason Ence believes the Chargers have enough on both sides of the football to beat the lowly Patriots. Find out more as he breaks down his early lean for this critical contest on Saturday.

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