Robert Criscola
Robert Criscola
10+ years experience 10+ years experience
Robert M. Criscola’s road to becoming a Covers publishing editor began with an internship at Metro New York, which eventually turned into a freelance job at MetroBet covering many sports from a wagering angle, including horse racing. He continued to focus on “The Sport of Kings” by writing for shapperdacapper.com, danonymousracing.com, and informer.fanxt.com before joining the team at the TwinSpires Edge in 2019 as a regular contributor and weekend editor. “Crisco” began writing game previews for Covers in 2022 and joined the editing team in 2023.
His best advice for sports bettors? Bet with your head, not over it.
Sport to bet on: Horse Racing
Sports movie: Rocky
Sports snack: Pretzels
Covers feature: Scores and Matchups page
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2025 4 Nations Face-Off Odds: Canada, USA Neck-and-Neck
Canada and the United States are co-favored at +165 to win the first-ever 4 Nations Face-Off in February. Check out the official rosters for all four countries and much more.
Daytona 500 Odds: Can Kyle Busch Finally Get It Done?
The Daytona 500 odds are unsurprisingly spread out, but a pair of NASCAR veterans top the board early on in Kyle Busch and Brad Keselowski. Can either end a long dry spell without a Harley J. Earl Trophy, or will youth be served once more?
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NFL Playoff Odds 2024-25: Super Bowl Matchup is Set
We've been breaking down the postseason field and NFL playoff odds for each game, and it all comes down to Super Bowl 59 on Sunday, February 9 as the Chiefs meet the Eagles.
Bills vs Chiefs AFC Championship Picks, Best Bets, Parlays, and Odds
Can the Bills finally get over the hump, or will the Chiefs earn their third straight Super Bowl appearance on the backs of their rivals? Here are our experts' best bets for what's sure to be another thrilling AFC Championship Game.
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Jannik Sinner is putting together a memorable Australian Open run, and only Alexander Zverev stands in his way of capturing the first major of 2025. Meanwhile, the women's final is set with two hard-hitters in Madison Keys and Aryna Sabalenka.
Kentucky Derby Odds: Barnes the Early Betting Favorite
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Bills QB Josh Allen played just one snap vs. the Patriots in Week 18 while Ravens QB Lamar Jackson threw for two TD passes vs. the Browns. The NFL MVP odds fluctuated but Allen remains the favorite.
Farmers Insurance Open Live Odds: Tracking the Action at Torrey Pines
Ludvig Aberg is the early betting favorite for the Farmers Insurance Open, but it won't be a walk in the park for him at Torrey Pines. Let's take a look the latest golf odds, featuring Hideki Matsuyama as a logical contender.
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NFL Wild Card Weekend Picks, Best Bets, Parlays, and Odds
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F1 World Drivers' Championship Odds: Norris Favored to End Verstappen's Run
Max Verstappen sewed up a fourth straight Drivers' Championship with two races to spare in 2024, but Lando Norris is favored to topple him next season.
Aaron Rodgers' Record Against Every NFL Team
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NFL Props: Anytime Touchdown Picks for Sunday Night Football Week 18
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2025 The Sentry Live Odds: Tracking the Action at Kapalua
With Scottie Scheffler sidelined, Xander Schauffele has assumed the role of favorite in what's a loaded field for the first PGA Tour event of 2025 in The Sentry from The Plantation Course at Kapalua.
