"Value is value, no matter where -- or how -- you find it. And that's what we'll aim to do each week in this space -- find value. Ben Solak, Seth Walder and Matt Bowen bring different perspectives into how they approach sports betting. Solak leans on his expertise in player evaluation and the X's and O's to find edges, while Walder relies on statistical models to pick out plus-expected value bets. Bowen, a former NFL safety, predicts positive matchups and game winners from tape study and his understanding of the league."
"These weekly picks will not be limited to a certain bet type. From spreads and money lines to totals or even defensive player props, a good price might be found anywhere. Results will be tracked throughout the season, with flat one-unit wagers for each listed bet."
"San Francisco 49ers to cover +4.5 (-105) vs. Los Angeles Rams Bowen: I'll take the 49ers and the points at home. Back in Week 5, coach Kyle Shanahan had passing game answers for the Rams' defense, as Mac Jones threw for 342 yards. Whether we see Jones again or the return of Brock Purdy (toe), I'm confid"
Three analysts combine player evaluation, statistical models and former-player tape study to find betting value each week. Solak emphasizes player evaluation and X's and O's to find edges. Walder uses quantitative models to identify plus-expected-value bets. Bowen uses film study and NFL experience to predict matchups and game winners. Weekly recommendations can include spreads, money lines, totals and defensive player props. Results are tracked with flat one-unit wagers for each listed bet and odds come from ESPN Bet Sportsbook. Defensive prop bets are added as they become available. One Week 10 pick favors the San Francisco 49ers at +4.5 versus the Los Angeles Rams.
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