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Rob Paul

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Rob has contributed to various sports media outlets since 2018, including FanSided and Pro Football Network, but Covers is the first site he’s worked at that is dedicated solely to the sports betting industry. Before working in sports media full-time, he spent five years as a local community journalist after attending Durham College for journalism and Wilfrid Laurier University for history.

He’s long been involved in sports in one way or another, previously hosting a podcast focused on the NFL draft and college football. Working as a freelance podcast producer, Rob has appeared on numerous sports podcasts and college football shows. He's also been a guest on SportsTalk Mississippi, discussing the NFL draft.

One of his favorite things about the sports betting industry is the way it helps shine a light on sports that get less coverage. He’s a diehard player prop bettor who always recommends using stats and analytics to identify the best players to back before placing a bet.

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Team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Sport to bet on: College Football
Sports movie: Friday Night Lights
Sports snack: Sunflower seeds
Covers feature: Team trends
Weeknights in November mean #MACtion football, and anything can happen in the MAC. After Central Michigan takes a 14-0 lead over Western Michigan in 2020, I’m convinced I’m a fool for taking the Broncos moneyline. They then score 38 straight points to give me a false sense of security. It was a back and forth scoring affair in the second half with CMU cutting the lead to eight with two minutes to go. I’ve never been more sure a team would recover the onside kick... they didn’t, WMU won, and my slip cashed.
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I fancy myself an NFL draftnik, but boy I couldn’t have been sillier thinking the NFL’s addiction to quarterbacks would ensure that Over 1.5 would go in 2022. Pretty much every year at least two quarterbacks go in the first round, even Christian Ponder and Jake Locker did! So, knowing my Pittsburgh Steelers would take one, I was convinced someone would bite the bullet and take another. When the Vikings were on the clock with the 32nd pick, I knew it had to be happening… I started celebrating. Then Roger Goodell announced Georgia safety Lewis Cine and my heart dropped.
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Michigan vs Ohio State Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's College Basketball Game

Feb 16, 2025 • 9:34 AM ET

Michigan has been a bettor's worst enemy of late, while Ohio State continues to show its mettle in big games. Look for the Buckeyes to get the win and cover over the Wolverines today, per our NCAAM betting picks.

Michigan State vs Illinois Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's College Basketball Game

Feb 15, 2025 • 10:33 AM ET

Our expert college basketball predictions expect both offenses to soar when Sparty travels to Illinois.

76ers vs Nets Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Feb 12, 2025 • 9:25 AM ET

This might not be the most fun game to watch, as both the 76ers and Nets play at a snail's pace and Joel Embiid may or may not play. Still, betting the Under — which has been wildly profitable in Brooklyn games — may be fruitful.

Nuggets vs Suns Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's NBA Game

Feb 8, 2025 • 10:01 AM ET

Nikola Jokic does what he wants against Phoenix to help his team cover a two-bucket spread.

Pacers vs Lakers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NBA Game

Feb 8, 2025 • 9:05 AM ET

The Lakers' injury report is as long as the X thread of Mavericks fans crying about Luka Doncic, opening the door for the Indiana Pacers to cover.

Super Bowl 59 Head-to-Head Position Prop Picks and Odds: Brown Tops Kelce!

Feb 7, 2025 • 9:22 AM ET

The Super Bowl offers a plethora of prop betting options, and our NFL expert has found three props he knows you will love for Sunday's big game.

Heat vs 76ers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Feb 5, 2025 • 9:49 AM ET

The Miami Heat and Philadelphia 76ers lineups lack some star power, but that's nothing new for these franchises this season. They've been rewarding Over bettors all year, and that should continue tonight, per our NBA betting picks.

Magic vs Warriors Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Feb 3, 2025 • 9:31 AM ET

Our Magic vs. Warriors predictions expect defense to be the name of the game tonight.

Mavericks vs Cavaliers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today's NBA Game

Feb 2, 2025 • 10:49 AM ET

Following the shocking Luka Doncic trade, our Mavericks vs. Cavaliers predictions expect Cleveland to lay the smackdown at home.

Lakers vs Knicks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Feb 1, 2025 • 11:27 AM ET

The New York Knicks welcome the Anthony Davis-less Los Angeles Lakers to the Big Apple and as LeBron James tries to keep the Lake Show in winning motion, the home team will be looking to humble them on both ends of the floor.

Bucks vs Spurs Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Jan 31, 2025 • 9:29 AM ET

With both teams led by players from another planet, expect points aplenty tonight.

Kings vs 76ers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Jan 29, 2025 • 10:02 AM ET

Neither the Kings nor 76ers play much defense, and with Joel Embiid still out, Domantas Sabonis & Co. should clean up down low. Still, the Sixers can score even without their top star, meaning the Over is in play.

Lakers vs Hornets Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Jan 27, 2025 • 8:29 AM ET

LaMelo Ball is an incredible talent but his Hornets are compromised due to injury and will struggle to contain a Lakers squad starting to find its identity amid a playoff push.

Rockets vs Cavaliers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Jan 25, 2025 • 9:10 AM ET

While Evan Mobley's status is up in the air, our expert NBA predictions expect Cleveland to have enough firepower to make it a high-scoring game with Houston.

Ohio State vs Purdue Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's College Basketball Game

Jan 21, 2025 • 9:49 AM ET

Ohio State's basketball program is in a different state from its championship football program. Facing a top-shelf Purdue squad, don't bank on the underdog to come away looking any stronger.

Timberwolves vs Grizzlies Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today's NBA Game

Jan 20, 2025 • 9:15 AM ET

With Ja Morant banged up, Jaren Jackson Jr. becomes the center of attention in Memphis. His defensive prowess will frustrate an uneven Timberwolves squad, helping the Grizzlies cover with or without Ja.

NFL Props: Rams vs Eagles Anytime Touchdown Picks for the Divisional Round

Jan 19, 2025 • 12:36 PM ET

Facing Philadelphia's defense is no easy task, but Puka Nacua will remain a key target for Matthew Stafford in the red zone.

Indiana vs Ohio State Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game

Jan 17, 2025 • 9:15 AM ET

While neither program is lighting the world on fire, Ohio State's offense will allow it to pull away from the short-handed Hoosiers.

Magic vs Bucks Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Jan 15, 2025 • 10:00 AM ET

Orlando has managed to weather the injury storm thanks to a strong defense. The Magic should be able to bottle up Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks as they deliver another Under, per our NBA betting picks.

Pistons vs Knicks Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Jan 13, 2025 • 9:32 AM ET

Our Pistons vs. Knicks predictions expect a high-scoring game with lots of help from Karl-Anthony Towns.

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