Joe Osborne
Joe Osborne
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An OG of gambling Twitter, Joe is an industry veteran who loves the entertainment aspect of the sports betting industry. His opinions are always backed by data and he enjoys digging into the numbers and coming up with interesting nuggets to share with sports bettors.
Joe takes a high-energy and fun approach to covering his favorite sports which include the NFL, MLB, UFC, NBA and NHL, and there’s no bet type he loves more than an NFL six-point teaser. Joe is the host of our daily sports betting program, Before You Bet, while he also leads our weekly UFC show, P4P Picks, and our 'Covers on the Ground' series where he's covered many UFC, NFL and NBA games in person. A monthly highlight for Joe is conducting interviews with UFC legend Georges St-Pierre ahead of every UFC PPV.
Outside of his work at Covers, Joe has appeared on many top media brands including ESPN Radio, Mad Dog Sports Radio, VSIN, TSN, and SportsNet. He always recommends not reading too much into narratives when placing your bets as those factors are already cooked into the lines set by oddsmakers.
Sport to bet on: NFL
Sports movie: The Rocky series
Sports snack: Wings & beer
Covers feature: League Trends
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Divisional Round NFL Betting Trends: Little Brotherly Love Heading Rams' Way
With the Philadelphia Eagles boasting an elite defense and the Rams' offense often starting flat on the road, points could be scarce for L.A. on Sunday.
Wild Card Weekend NFL Betting Trends: Can Rams Start Quicker Than Usual?
The Los Angeles Rams have been truly abysmal against the spread in first quarters, going 4-13 ATS in opening frames this season. Another slow start vs. the Minnesota Vikings could equal the end of their season.
Week 18 NFL Betting Trends: Can Broncos Finally Beat Chiefs Again?
Week 18 presents plenty of minefields to navigate, but it doesn't mean all betting trends get thrown out the window. Joe Osborne digs into the numbers and finds the best trends to consider for the final week of the NFL regular season.
Week 17 NFL Betting Trends: Bills Are Money on the Over
With only two weeks remaining, the 2024 NFL trends are very clear. The Bills have been an offensive powerhouse, going 12-3 to the Over on their team total.
Week 16 NFL Betting Trends: Lions' Resilience Shines Through
Few teams handle adversity better than the Detroit Lions, as Dan Campbell's squad has a proven track record of getting off the mat after losses.
Week 15 NFL Betting Trends: First-Half Fireworks in Vegas
Two strong trends collide in Las Vegas this Monday night when the Falcons visit the Raiders, and that has Joe Osborne looking at the first-half total. That and more in his weekly NFL betting trends report.
Week 14 NFL Betting Trends: Can Bills Halt Rams' Strong December Play?
The Bills head to SoFi Stadium to face the Rams, who have gone 12-2 ATS in their last 14 games in December. Will they stay close enough vs. Buffalo or, perhaps, even win?
Week 13 NFL Betting Trends: Shot Fighters
Chaos has hit its peak in Gotham, with Aaron Rodgers and the Jets floundering at 3-8. Joe Osborne breaks down their latest struggles as a betting underdog in his top betting trends for Week 13.
Week 12 NFL Betting Trends: Steelers Running Hot Inside the Division
While there are only 13 games on the NFL slate for Week 12, Joe Osborne has found a meaningful trend for each contest.
Week 11 NFL Betting Trends: KC Elite as Underdog
The Chiefs have gone 19-4-1 ATS in their last 24 games as an underdog, which is simply ludicrous. They're dogs against the Bills on Sunday and headline Joe Osborne's favorite Week 11 NFL betting trends.
Last Minute College Football Week 12 Picks & Predictions
Brad Powers is banking on a trio of big underdogs for today's Week 12 slate. Check out his best bets before the action gets underway!
Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: GSP Expects Netflix Bout to Be a Glorified Sparring Match
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is being billed as the fight of the year, but Georges St-Pierre believes fans should temper their expectations. He shares his thoughts - and hopes - for tonight's heavyweight clash.
UFC 309: GSP Believes Jon Jones Will Step Down Following Miocic Fight
What else does Jon Jones have left to accomplish in the world of MMA? Nothing, according to Georges St-Pierre, who believes the Light Heavyweight champ should hang 'em up after UFC 309.
Week 10 NFL Betting Trends: Jets Grounded
The Jets have covered in just three of their last 15 road games and find themselves listed as underdogs in Arizona this weekend. They highlight our Week 10 NFL trends below.
Week 9 NFL Betting Trends: Ravens Fall Short as Heavy Chalk
Despite Lamar Jackson and the Ravens' dominance on offense, Baltimore tends to disappoint when favored by a touchdown or more. Joe Osborne has more below.
Week 8 NFL Betting Trends: Niners Proving Vulnerable in Santa Clara
A litany of injuries has contributed to the Niners going just 2-9 ATS in their last 11 home games. Might that trend continue with America's Team in town for Week 8?
Week 7 NFL Betting Trends: More Fireworks for Ravens & Buccaneers?
Both the Ravens and Bucs have scored 30+ points in three straight games. Can they continue this red-hot trend under the prime-time lights and against one another? Find out what Joe Osborne says on this one and more below!
Week 6 NFL Betting Trends: How About Another Joke, Murray?
Kyler Murray has been the ultimate tease following big wins, and the Arizona Cardinals quarterback headlines our most notable trends ahead of a loaded Week 6 slate.
Week 5 NFL Betting Trends: No Momentum for Atlanta
NFL betting trends may not be the "be-all and end-all' of NFL handicapping, but if you look in the right spots, you'll find some great pieces of information. Luckily for you, Joe Osborne breaks down the best betting trends ahead of Week 5.
