Phil Naessens
Phil Naessens
17+ years experience 17+ years experience
Prior to joining Covers in 2022, Phil Naessens spent 38 years as a resident tennis pro in Las Vegas, Mykonos, and Corfu Greece. He’s the past host of the Phil Naessens Show (Armed Forces Radio), and currently hosts the tennis betting podcast, This Week in Tennis.
Phil is the author of the Betting 101 series (MLB, NFL, NCAAF, and Tennis) and has written for numerous publications including SB Nation, FanSided and Lenny Melnick Fantasy Sports. Phil curates the Chip and Charge Tennis Newsletter and pens a weekly tennis column called “10 Things About the ATP Tour," for Passing Shot Productions.
His favorite sports to bet on are tennis, MLB, WNBA, Euro men’s and women’s hoops, NCAA sports, NFL, and the NBA. Phil has numerous betting accounts in the US and Europe and his best advice is to line shop for the best value possible.
Sport to bet on: NFL
Sports movie: Remember the Titans
Sports snack: Ice cream
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TCU vs Arizona Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
Caleb Love is beginning to heat up after a difficult start to the season, and TCU won't cause many problems for the Senior.
NFL MVP Odds: Joe Burrow Tunnels Way Back Into Conversation
Bengals QB Joe Burrow is trying his damndest to drag Cincinnati kicking and screaming into the playoffs, and it's brought him back into the NFL MVP odds conversation. Josh Allen still has a healthy lead, but Burrow isn't dead yet.
NFL Props: Anytime Touchdown Picks for Chargers vs Patriots Week 17
The Chargers take on the Patriots in the first of three NFL games on Saturday and Phil Naessens has you covered with his two favorite anytime touchdown plays.
Mississippi vs Memphis Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Saturday's College Basketball Game
Two solid teams square off at the FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee, and Phil Naessens believes it'll be the visiting Rebels who reward their backers with a win and covers.
NFL Props: Anytime Touchdown Picks for Thursday Night Football Tonight
Naessens' prediction: Tonight's QBs will lean on veteran receivers when they get close to the goal line, leading to scores for DK Metcalf & Keenan Allen.
NFL Props: Anytime Touchdown Picks for Ravens vs Texans on Christmas Day
With Diggs and Dell out for the season, Stroud will turn to his main man, Nico Collins, early and often on Christmas Day.
Early Falcons vs Commanders Predictions, Picks, and Odds for SNF Week 17
Michael Penix picked up the win in his NFL debut, but Jayden Daniels & Co. are going to have a much bigger bite than the Giants.
NFL MVP Odds: Jackson Surges After Allen Injury Scare
Lamar Jackson entered Week 16 with an increasingly slim chance at winning back-to-back NFL MVP awards. But, a massive showing vs. Pittsburgh combined with a nightmare day for Josh Allen has him crawling back up the board with two weeks left.
Brown vs Kansas Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game
If the spread is any indication of how this game may go, the total doesn't stand a chance. Find out why Phil Naessens is backing the Over when Brown takes on Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse.
Wake Forest vs Clemson Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game
Neither Wake Forest nor Clemson have shot lights-out this year, instead relying on defense to post their wins. Expect lots of shots to carrom and head Ian Schieffelin's way and not go in the baskets at Littlejohn Arena.
NFL Props: Anytime Touchdown Picks for Texans vs Chiefs Week 16
Joe Mixon typically makes the most of his touches inside the 20, and that should be the case once more on Saturday, per our Texans vs. Chiefs anytime TD picks.
Butler vs Marquette Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
Butler has been on a slide and Marquette will capitalize. Even though the Golden Eagles are favored by a robust 13.5 points, they will handle the Bulldogs tonight.
California vs UNLV Player Props & Best Bets — LA Bowl 2024
Chandler Rogers hasn't gotten much rep with California, but he's still an experienced quarterback who will play a big part in the Golden Bears' attack.
Memphis vs West Virginia Player Props & Best Bets — Frisco Bowl 2024
Memphis RB Mario Anderson Jr. is primed to have a big day, but Phil Naessens is eyeing his receiving yards prop as the senior back has become a dual threat.
Seton Hall vs Rutgers Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game
Rutgers' inability to guard the perimeter will allow Dylan Addae-Wusu to feed his teammates and rack up assists.
Michigan vs Arkansas Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
Bronx native Boogie Fland will light it up at Madison Square Garden tonight as his Arkansas Razorbacks clash with the Michigan Wolverines.
Kansas vs Missouri Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game
The Kansas Jayhawks will pick today vs. the Missouri Tigers to finally demonstrate why they're ranked No. 1, as our college basketball betting picks explain for this rivalry game.
Wisconsin vs Marquette Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today's College Basketball Game
John Tonje is money from deep, and he's about to light up the Golden Eagles, who could be down their two best perimeter defenders.
Georgia vs Texas Anytime Touchdown Scorer Picks: SEC Championship
Our college football betting picks believe the running backs will be crucial to success to both Georgia and Texas in the SEC Championship Game, and will back both Nate Frazier and Jaydon Blue to break the plane.
Marshall vs Louisiana Player Props & Best Bets: Davis Dunks on Thundering Herd Defense
Louisiana RB Elijah Davis is in pursuit of his 10th touchdown of the season, and he should score it vs. Marshall in the Sun Belt Championship Game.
