s NFL Week 7 ATS picks: The Rams’ play-action will be too much for the 49ers’ defense to stop By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Oct 2018 15:10:41 +0000 Goff is using play-action more often than any other quarterback in 2018. Full Article
s Colts RB Marlon Mack is your top waiver wire priority for Week 8 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 21 Oct 2018 20:52:36 +0000 Mack carried the ball 19 times for 126 yards and a touchdown and added two catches for 33 yards and a touchdown on Sunday against the Bills. Full Article
s Red Sox need to fix one key stat to beat Dodgers in World Series By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Oct 2018 15:20:51 +0000 Boston's pitchers aren't performing as well as they did during the regular season, making them vulnerable to an upset by Los Angeles. Full Article
s College Football Playoff projections: Ohio State loss introduces a little chaos By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 22 Oct 2018 16:05:39 +0000 While Clemson and Alabama appear to be locks for the postseason bracket, Ohio State's loss opens up the bottom two spots to a few different tiers of teams. Full Article
s Week 8 betting tips: Redskins are set up for a long win streak By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Oct 2018 15:35:35 +0000 Washington is a good bet to win at least two of their next three games (42 percent chance), with 3-to-1 odds to win all three. Full Article
s Fantasy Football start/sit tips for Week 8: Expect a slow week from the Saints' Michael Thomas By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Oct 2018 14:09:08 +0000 Thomas and the Saints will have to contend with a Vikings defense that has limited No. 1 receivers to an average of 53 yards per game. Full Article
s Here’s what’s behind the NBA’s scoring explosion By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 24 Oct 2018 14:49:02 +0000 Teams are averaging 113.4 points per game, the highest output since the early 1970s. Full Article
s Steelers are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 8 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 14:52:55 +0000 Pittsburgh is stuffing 25 percent of rushers in 2018, eighth-most in the NFL. Full Article
s NFL Week 8 ATS picks: Redskins’ pass rush should be a big problem for the Giants By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 15:01:01 +0000 Giants' offensive line is allowing an adjusted sack rate of over eight percent, the eighth-worst in the NFL. Full Article
s LeBron James has never faced a challenge like winning with these Lakers By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 16:49:55 +0000 The Lakers rank near the bottom of the league in three-point percentage after three games and spreading out around the arc will not work for this team. Couple that with a fast pace and James's age and there are real concerns to address in L.A. Full Article
s A World Series win would place 2018 Red Sox among MLB’s best teams ever By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Oct 2018 18:39:09 +0000 Since 1969, only 12 teams have recorded baseball’s best record and gone on to win a championship that same year. Just seven of those 12 won 108 or more games during the regular season. The Red Sox are two wins away from joining that elite company. Full Article
s Week 9 fantasy football waiver wire is all about the passing game By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 28 Oct 2018 20:29:32 +0000 A.J. Green and Tyler Boyd (Cincinnati Bengals) plus Odell Beckham Jr. (New York Giants) are among the top fantasy receivers off next week. Full Article
s Week 9 NFL betting tips: Why the Seahawks may be worth a Super Bowl futures wager By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Oct 2018 15:43:45 +0000 The Seahawks are barely over .500, but they measure up in a critical statistic that has helped narrow the field of likely Super Bowl teams. Full Article
s Breeders’ Cup 2018: Entries, analysis, odds and start times By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Oct 2018 15:48:58 +0000 Accelerate, the 5-2 favorite in the final Breeders' Cup Classic future wagering pool, is coming off a big win as the 3-10 favorite in the Awesome Again Stakes at Saratoga. But should you bet him? Full Article
s Fantasy Football start/sit tips Week 9: Adrian Peterson won’t slow down against the Falcons By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 31 Oct 2018 14:24:19 +0000 Six teams are on a bye this week, giving stars like Saquon Barkley, Odell Beckham Jr., Andrew Luck, Zach Ertz and A.J. Green the week off. Here are three players that could have big games in their stead. Full Article
s NFL Week 9 ATS picks: Redskins and Rams will win again By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2018 13:01:17 +0000 According to Football Outsiders, Atlanta has the second-worst defense this season after adjusting its performance for strength of schedule. Full Article
s Panthers are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 9 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Nov 2018 13:05:44 +0000 Against No. 1 receiver types like Mike Evans, the Panthers rank fourth-best per Football Outsiders' Defense-adjusted Value Over Average. Full Article
s Best bets for the 2018 Breeders’ Cup Classic don’t include Accelerate By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Nov 2018 10:31:07 +0000 This year’s Classic, a 1¼-mile race for 3-year-olds and up, will be held at Churchill Downs and features several strong entrants. Full Article
s Four long shots for Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup races By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sat, 03 Nov 2018 10:00:19 +0000 Favorites have won 99 of 318 races (31 percent) in the Breeders’ Cup. Full Article
s Week 10 waiver wire: A reborn running back and a magical QB highlight top options By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 04 Nov 2018 21:39:17 +0000 The dismissal of coach Hue Jackson seems to have given Duke Johnson Jr. new life with the Browns. Full Article
s Week 10 NFL betting tips: Saints trending up after big win over Rams By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Nov 2018 14:56:33 +0000 The Saints' defense has some work to do — it is allowing 2.5 points per drive, fourth-most in the NFL — but New Orleans compensates for that by scoring 3.3 points per drive on offense, second-most after the Kansas City Chiefs. Full Article
s College Football Playoff projections: Alabama, Clemson at the top, but don’t count out Tier 2 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Nov 2018 16:32:38 +0000 Michigan, Georgia and Oklahoma scrambling for final spots. Full Article
s New Coach Mike Budenholzer has the Milwaukee Bucks ahead of schedule By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Nov 2018 17:23:40 +0000 Milwaukee has embraced the modern NBA. Full Article
s The Kansas Jayhawks' inside-outside game makes them a major threat for the NCAA basketball title By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 06 Nov 2018 19:42:45 +0000 The key could be Dedric Lawson, a 6-foot-9 forward who sat out last season after transferring from Memphis and is the best transfer Coach Bill Self has landed in his time in Lawrence. Full Article
s NL rookie of the year race between Juan Soto, Ronald Acuna Jr. is impossibly tight By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 11:00:53 +0000 The Braves' Acuna appears to be a runaway winner right now, but a closer look shows Soto had a tremendous impact on the Nationals. Full Article
s Fantasy Football start/sit tips Week 10: Bench all Redskins players. Like now. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Nov 2018 15:22:22 +0000 It's a bad week to own a Washington skill position player, but a great time to get Tevin Coleman and other into your lineup. Full Article
s Chiefs are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 10 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Nov 2018 14:33:58 +0000 Kansas City's opponent, Arizona, is scoring slightly more than a point per possession, making it the NFL's second-worst offense. Full Article
s NFL Week 10 ATS picks: Panthers’ offense is trouble for Steelers By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 08 Nov 2018 14:56:19 +0000 Pittsburgh has had trouble with the strengths of Carolina's offense. Full Article
s Week 11 waiver wire moves: With six teams on a bye, here’s whom to add By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 11 Nov 2018 21:21:43 +0000 The Bills, Browns, Patriots, Jets and 49ers all have byes. That leaves a number of holes to plug in your fantasy lineup. Full Article
s When the NBA zigs, the Warriors zag ... off screen after screen By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Nov 2018 17:14:35 +0000 Golden State has had one of the best offenses for the past five years and has done so while slowly moving away from the pick-and-roll. Full Article
s Week 12 waiver wire moves: A dual-threat QB and pass-catching RB are quite enticing By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Nov 2018 21:26:30 +0000 Lamar Jackson, the 2016 Heisman Trophy winner and first round pick in the 2018 NFL draft, produced 117 rushing yards against the Bengals. Fantasy owners should take notice. Full Article
s Jimmy Butler is fitting into the 76ers' system seamlessly By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 19 Nov 2018 16:23:32 +0000 Butler hasn't had much practice time with the 76ers, but he's already acclimating to their preferred way of playing and closing out wins. Full Article
s Week 12 NFL betting tips: Andrew Luck and the Colts' win streak makes them a good value By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Nov 2018 16:47:14 +0000 The Colts' QB is playing at an MVP level, completing 83 of 112 attempts (74 percent) for 977 yards, 13 touchdowns and one interception during the Colts' four-game winning streak. Full Article
s The fantasy football players you need in your Week 12 lineup By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Nov 2018 14:30:05 +0000 Last Sunday, Jameis Winston started the game on the Buccaneers' bench. Here's why he needs to be in your lineup this week. Full Article
s Fantasy Football start/sit tips Week 12: Cowboys will have no trouble stopping the Redskins By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 21 Nov 2018 15:07:29 +0000 Washington will be without their starting right guard, right tackle, left guard, left tackle, center and starting quarterback on Sunday, making the Dallas defense a very solid pickup. Full Article
s Chargers are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 12 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Nov 2018 12:59:45 +0000 The Chargers are scoring 2.4 points per drive, the sixth-most this season, and are only forced to go three-and-out once out of every four drives. Full Article
s NFL Week 12 ATS picks: Thanksgiving Day favorites are usually tough to beat By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 22 Nov 2018 13:24:36 +0000 Since 2002, the year the league expanded to 32 teams, favorites playing on Thanksgiving are 28-12 against the spread. Full Article
s Week 13 waiver wire tips: A newly minted starting RB is available. Snag him. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Nov 2018 00:43:59 +0000 The running back situation in Philadelphia is gaining clarity, and the starter is available in more than a third of fantasy leagues. Full Article
s It’s time to stop sleeping on the Chargers’ Super Bowl chances By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 26 Nov 2018 15:51:16 +0000 Since 2002, the first year the league expanded to 32 teams, the Chargers have made the playoffs six times, just one of which saw them advance further than the divisional round. That could change this season. Full Article
s Bryce Harper and Manny Machado are going to get PAID. Machado should get paid more. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Nov 2018 14:14:11 +0000 Harper has had one spectacular season — earning him a unanimous MVP award in 2015 — surrounded by some very good but not great years. Machado, on the other hand, projects more favorably and doesn't carry a significant liability. Full Article
s Week 13 NFL betting tips: Redskins' playoff odds look grim, but Ravens are taking off By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Nov 2018 18:16:00 +0000 Baltimore has a good chance at nine wins with 10 and possibly 11 wins within reach. Full Article
s Fantasy Football start/sit tips Week 13: Backup running backs take center stage By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Nov 2018 14:34:03 +0000 If you were relying on Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette to help you this week you’re going to need a back up plan. Full Article
s The AFC’s final playoff spot is between the Colts and Ravens and no one else By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Nov 2018 14:44:08 +0000 Even with the Dolphins, Broncos, Bengals and Titans within striking distance, if you are hoping for a dramatic playoff push in the AFC to end the season, bad news: there won’t be any. Full Article
s The wild NFC East will largely shape crowded conference playoff race By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 16:53:36 +0000 Here’s what we know for sure about the NFC playoff picture: the Saints, Rams and Bears can make postseason plans. The rest is up for grabs. Full Article
s NFL Week 13 ATS picks: Ravens’ defense makes them a strong play By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 17:09:25 +0000 The Baltimore defense has produced a very effective pass rush lately. Full Article
s Packers are your best play in eliminator and survivor pools for Week 13 By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Thu, 29 Nov 2018 17:29:30 +0000 This week’s opponent, the Arizona Cardinals, gives Aaron Rodgers and the Packers a great chance to break their losing skid. Full Article
s Offense was supposed to limit the Jazz. Instead, defense is the problem in Utah. By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Nov 2018 11:00:20 +0000 Last year, defense was the calling card of the Jazz. That's not the case this season. Full Article
s Week 14 waiver wire tips: Pass-catching back, defense with weak schedule are available By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Dec 2018 01:39:59 +0000 The Ravens' Ty Montgomery figures to take on a larger share of the workload in Baltimore over the remainder of the season. Full Article
s NFL playoff projections: Redskins, Vikings are in good position for now By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Mon, 03 Dec 2018 15:50:19 +0000 Monday night's game figures to have a big impact on the NFC playoff race. Full Article
s Alex Ovechkin is putting Wayne Gretzky’s untouchable goal-scoring record within reach By www.washingtonpost.com Published On :: Tue, 04 Dec 2018 14:50:24 +0000 If the Great Eight tops the 50-goal mark in 2018-19 he becomes only the fourth player in NHL history to have at least two such campaigns after the age of 30. While Gretzky's goal scoring started to slow in his 30s, Ovechkin is still going strong. Full Article