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Monday Night Football: Texans at Chargers

Houston Texans at San Diego Chargers (+3.5, 44.5)

The Houston Texans are taking the Super Bowl-or-bust approach while the San Diego Chargers are entering a rebuilding phase under first-year coach Mike McCoy. The Texans open the season against the host Chargers on the Monday night stage and believe last season’s franchise-best 12-4 record – and a playoff victory for the second straight campaign – has set the state for a deep postseason run. San Diego has missed the playoffs in each of the last three seasons.

Houston signed perennial Pro Bowl safety Ed Reed as a free agent to shore up the back end and he is a game-time decision after having offseason hip surgery. Defensive end J.J. Watt racked up a league-leading 20 1/2 sacks last season in a stellar performance that earned him NFL Defensive Player of the Year honors. The Chargers cleaned house after last season’s disappointing showing by firing coach Norv Turner and general A.J. Smith and hiring McCoy and new general manager Tom Telesco.

TV: 10:20 p.m. ET, ESPN.

LINE: The Texans opened as 3-point road faves which has been bet up to 3.5.

WEATHER: Temperatures will be in the low-70s with partly cloudy skies in San Diego. Wind will blow from the W towards the east end zone at 6 mph.

ABOUT THE TEXANS (2012: 12-4, first AFC South): Inside linebacker Brian Cushing is healthy after suffering a season-ending knee injury early last season and Houston recently rewarded him with a six-year, $55.6 million extension. The Texans allowed 225.8 passing yards per game in 2012 and the belief is that Reed’s ball-hawking presence should further bolster a unit that ranked seventh in total defense (323.3). Quarterback Matt Schaub topped 4,000 passing yards for the third time in four seasons and Andre Johnson (112 receptions for a career-best 1,598 yards) surpassed 1,500 yards for the third time in his stellar career. Running back Arian Foster (1,424 yards, 15 touchdowns) has been bothered by back and calf woes in training camp and could be spelled by Ben Tate.

ABOUT THE CHARGERS (2012: 7-9, second AFC West): Quarterback Philip Rivers has been turnover-prone the past two seasons with 47 miscues (35 interceptions, 12 lost fumbles) and his 3,606 passing yards last season represented his lowest output since 2007. Injury-prone Ryan Mathews (707 yards) is the prime running back and top wideout Malcom Floyd (56 receptions) missed most of the preseason with a knee injury. Safety Eric Weddle (team-high 111 tackles) is one of the best at his position and the leader of a defense that is being rebuilt. The Chargers are hoping veteran pass rusher Dwight Freeney (107.5 career sacks) has something left in the tank.

TRENDS:

* The Texans are 0-5 ATS in their last five Monday games.
* The Chargers are 0-4 ATS in their last four home games.
* The under is 14-6 in the Chargers last 20 home games.
* The Texans are 0-4 ATS in their last four meetings.

EXTRA POINTS:

1. San Diego has won all four previous meetings, the most recent being a 29-23 victory in Houston in 2010.

2. The Texans were 7-0 last season when Foster rushed for 100 or more yards.

3. Rivers was sacked a league-high 49 times last season and fumbled 15 times, losing seven.

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Monday Night Football: Eagles at Redskins

Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Redskins (-3.5, 52)

The biggest question mark of the offseason and one of the biggest mysteries entering the season will finally be answered when the Washington Redskins host the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday night in a clash of NFC East rivals. Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III will take his first snap since tearing knee ligaments in a playoff loss to Seattle last season. Questions abound over what Philadelphia's offense will look like under Chip Kelly, who makes his NFL coaching debut.

Griffin, the league's Offensive Rookie of the Year in 2012, was held out of the preseason by coach Mike Shanahan despite his repeated pronouncements that he was healthy and ready to go. Kelly, who presided over a fast-break offense at Oregon that piled up points at a video-game pace, also had a hot-button topic at quarterback before settling on veteran Michael Vick as his starter. Kelly had an unwelcome distraction when a video surfaced of wide receiver Riley Cooper uttering a racial slur, leading to the brief banishment from training camp for Cooper.

TV: 7:10 p.m. ET, ESPN.

LINE: The Redskins opened as 5.5-point faves and are currently 3.5-point favorites.

WEATHER: Temperatures will be in the low-70s and skies will be partly cloudy for this NFC East matchup. Wind will blow from the SE towards the NW endzone at 6 mph.

ABOUT THE EAGLES (2012: 4-12, fourth NFC East): How Kelly's offense translates to the NFL is the biggest question mark and the key to its success revolves around Vick, who has seen his effectiveness diminish due to a combination of injuries and repeated turnovers. Running back LeSean McCoy saw his rushing touchdowns dwindle from 20 in 2011 to five last season but he seems like an ideal fit for Kelly's schemes, as does speedy wideout DeSean Jackson, whose production also took a major dip a year ago. Team harmony was tested by the remarks of Cooper, who was involved in a practice skirmish on Thursday, while the defense is also under fire after getting torched for nearly 28 points per game in 2012.

ABOUT THE REDSKINS (2012: 10-6, first NFC East): Griffin set NFL rookie quarterback records for both passer rating (102.4) and rushing yards (815) but he was not the only first-year player to make an enormous impact. Sixth-round pick Alfred Morris was second in the league with 1,613 rushing yards, including seven 100-yard games, as the Redskins amassed a league-best 169.3 yards per game on the ground. Top wideout Pierre Garcon was hobbled by a foot injury for much of the season and tight end Fred Davis missed the final nine games with a torn Achilles' tendon. The defensive front remains in flux, but an already-strong linebacking corps receives a boost with the return of Brian Orakpo, who has 29.5 sacks in 49 career games.

TRENDS:

* The Eagles are 2-9-1 ATS in their last 12 versus the NFC.
* The Redskins are 12-2 ATS in their last 14 versus the NFC East.
* The favorite is 5-0 ATS in their last five meetings.
* The under is 7-3-2 in the last 12 meetings in Washington.

EXTRA POINTS:

1. Griffin threw for six touchdowns in Washington's two wins over Philadelphia last season, including a perfect passer rating (158.3) in one game.

2. The Eagles lost 11 of 12 to close out last season but Vick has won his last three starts against the Redskins.

3. Washington finished last season on a seven-game win streak in its surprising run to the division title.

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MLB Top 3: Monday pitchers trending toward the 'under'

With the race for playoff positioning heating up, teams are relying more than ever on quality starting pitching. Run prevention in September often means the difference between a spot in the postseason and a long offseason.

Here are three Monday pitchers who have delivered on the 'under' in recent games:

Chris Tillman, Baltimore Orioles (15-5, 3.71 ERA)

Tillman's emergence as an ace in his fifth major-league season has helped keep the Orioles' playoff hopes afloat. The 25-year-old Anaheim, Calif., native has delivered four straight "under" results, and is particularly stingy at home - registering 10 'unders' versus just four 'overs'. Tillman is coming off a rough outing against Cleveland, but has a 3.26 ERA in nine starts since the All-Star break and is primed for a strong bounce-back performance.

The Orioles open a four-game series with the visiting New York Yankees on Monday.

Jered Weaver, Los Angeles Angels (9-8, 3.33 ERA)

Weaver is having a down year by his standards - having won 38 games over his previous two seasons - but has still been a revelation for 'under' bettors. The lanky 30-year-old has been one of the most reliable pitchers in the league in that regard, recording 16 'unders' against just five 'overs' so far in 2013. He has been especially strong in the second half, going 6-3 with a 3.03 ERA in 10 starts.

The Angels visit the Minnesota Twins on Monday in a makeup game from an April 17 rainout.


Jarred Cosart, Houston Astros (1-1, 2.13 ERA)

The Astros aren't going to the postseason anytime soon, but fans have to be encouraged by Cosart's first taste of major-league action. The 23-year-old Texan has gone 'under' in six of his first nine starts, with all of those results coming on the road. Cosart's previous outing was a difficult one - he was tagged for four runs over four innings in a no-decision against Minnesota - but he has allowed more than three runs just twice in 2013.

The Astros kick off a three-game series against the host Seattle Mariners on Monday.

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Monday's MLB American League betting cheat sheet

Check out our quick-hitting betting notes on Monday's American League games:

New York Yankees at Baltimore Orioles (-130, 8.5)

Hot pitching stat: Yankees left-hander CC Sabathia is 29-16 with a 2.85 ERA in 61 career September starts.

Cold batting stat: Orioles C Matt Wieters has just six hits in 33 at-bats against Sabathia, and has struck out nine times.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-70s with partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow out to left field at 6 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 10-3-1 in Baltimore starter Chris Tillman's last 14 outings.


Kansas City Royals at Cleveland Indians (-115, 8)

Hot pitching stat: Indians righty Ubaldo Jimenez is coming off six innings of shutout ball in a 4-3 triumph over the Baltimore Orioles - his first scoreless outing since July 28.

Cold batting stat: Cleveland OF Nick Swisher is hitting just .212 with one RBI in 33 at-bats against Kansas City in 2013.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-70s with partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow out to center field at 5 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 9-1 in the Indians' last 10 Monday games.


Los Angeles Angels at Minnesota Twins (+140, 8)

Hot pitching stat: Angels right-hander Jered Weaver is 6-4 with a 2.71 ERA and 62 strikeouts in 11 home starts,

Hot batting stat: Los Angeles OF Mike Trout is a .395 career hitter in 43 at-bats versus the Twins.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-90s with a 20 percent chance of showers or thunderstorms. Wind will blow from right to left field at 10 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 10-2 in Weaver's last 12 outings following a quality start in his previous appearance.


Detroit Tigers at Chicago White Sox (+130, 7)

Cold pitching stat: White Sox left-hander Chris Sale has surrendered 10 home runs to Detroit in his career - the most of any opponent.

Cold batting stat: Chicago DH Adam Dunn has fanned 14 times in 30 career at-bats versus Tigers right-hander Max Scherzer.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-80s with partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow in from right field at 7 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 8-2 in Scherzer's last 10 road starts against teams with losing records.


Houston Astros at Seattle Mariners (-165, 7.5)

Cold pitching stat: Mariners righty Taijuan Walker was roughed up in his second major-league start, charged with four runs on four hits over five innings in a 6-4 win over the Kansas City Royals.

Cold batting stat: Seattle 3B Kyle Seager is hitting a paltry .190 with 11 strikeouts in 58 at-bats against the Astros this season.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-60s under clear skies. Wind will blow from left to right field at 3 mph.

Key betting note: The under is 6-1 in Houston's last seven games against a division foe.


Interleague

Pittsburgh Pirates at Texas Rangers (-180, 8)

Cold pitching stat: Rangers right-hander Yu Darvish is winless over his last four starts, and was torched for five runs on five hits over five innings in his previous outing against Oakland.

Hot batting stat: Pirates 3B Pedro Alvarez is hitting .340 with four homers and eight RBIs in 13 interleague games this year.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-90s with sunny skies. Wind will blow in from right field at 9 mph.

Key betting note: Texas is 9-1 in its last 10 Monday games.


** Odds courtesy Betonline.com

** Odds, probable starters, stats and weather forecast as of 1 p.m. Sunday.

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Monday's MLB National League betting cheat sheet

Check out our quick-hitting betting notes on Monday's National League games:

Washington Nationals at New York Mets (+125, 7.5)

Hot pitching stat: Nationals left-hander Gio Gonzalez has won two straight starts, surrendering just one earned run over 12 2/3 innings in that span.

Cold batting stat: Washington 2B/3B Anthony Rendon is just 6-for-43 with 11 strikeouts in 11 games against the Mets.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-60s under partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow out to left field at 6 mph.

Key betting note: Washington has won 15 of the previous 19 meetings in New York.


Chicago Cubs at Cincinnati Reds (-190, 8)

Cold pitching stat: Cubs right-hander Travis Wood is 2-5 in nine second-half starts, while his 3.99 ERA since the All-Star break is more than a full point higher than his first-half mark (2.79).

Hot batting stat: Reds SS Todd Frazier is 6-for-14 with a pair of home runs and six RBIs lifetime against Wood.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-80s with partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow from right to left field at 5 mph.

Key betting note: The over is 7-3 in the last 10 meetings in Cincinnati.


Atlanta Braves at Miami Marlins (+150, 7.5)

Cold pitching stat: Marlins right-hander Henderson Alvarez is 0-1 with a 5.82 ERA in 17 career innings against the Braves.

Cold batting stat: Atlanta SS Andrelton Simmons has just one hit in 10 career at-bats versus Alvarez.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the low-80s, but with a 40 percent chance of showers or thunderstorms the roof at Marlins Park may be closed. Wind will blow from right to left field at 8 mph.

Key betting note: Atlanta is 22-4 in starter Kris Medlen's last 26 outings against divisional opponents.


Arizona Diamondbacks at Los Angeles Dodgers (-155, 7.5)

Hot pitching stat: Dodgers right-hander Ricky Nolasco is 7-1 with a 2.27 ERA in 11 starts since joining Los Angeles in a trade with the Marlins.

Hot batting stat: Los Angeles 1B Adrian Gonzalez is hitting .391 with two home runs and nine RBIs in 46 at-bats against the Diamondbacks.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-70s under partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow out to left-center field at 4 mph.

Key betting note: The over is 6-1 in the last seven meetings in Los Angeles.


Colorado Rockies at San Francisco Giants (-120, 7)

Hot pitching stat: Rockies right-hander Jhoulys Chacin is 2-1 with a 3.54 ERA and zero home runs allowed in 20 1/3 innings against the Giants in 2013.

Cold batting stat: Colorado OF Dexter Fowler is hitting just .195 with 13 strikeouts in 41 at-bats against San Francisco starter Tim Lincecum.

Weather: Temperatures will be in the mid-60s under partly cloudy skies. Wind will blow out to center field at 7 mph.

Key betting note: The over is 8-2-1 in Lincecum's previous 11 starts versus Colorado.


**Odds courtesy Betonline.com

** Odds, probable starters, stats and weather forecast as of 12:50 p.m. Sunday.

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College football odds: Week 3 opening line report

The centerpiece of Week 3 of the NCAA football season is easily the Alabama Crimson Tide (1-0 SU, 1-0 ATS) at the Texas A&M Aggies (2-0 SU, 1-1 ATS).

Peter Korner, founder of Nevada-based odds consultants The Sports Club, thinks Nick Saban and 'Bama will be more prepared this season.

"Knowing Alabama and knowing Saban, and this being a return matchup for them, I think they're going to be a bit more ready than Texas A&M," Korner told Covers.

Aggies' QB Johnny Manziel put up big stats against Sam Houston State in Week 2 with 403 yards and three TDs through the air and 36 yards rushing with one TD. The Aggies racked up 65 points in the rout, but should, perhaps, be alarmed with their defense. The Bearkats put up 28 points in the game, led by a stellar display from running back Timothy Flanders who tallied 170 yards on 19 carries and a pair of TDs.

Alabama, on the other hand, is coming off a bye week and defeated the Virginia Tech Hokies 35-10 in their Week 1 opener. Saban and the Crimson Tide will be out for revenge after their 29-24 defeat to Texas A&M one season ago.

"This was one of our toughest ones and will be a fun game to watch," says Korner. "We had a low of +3 and a high of +10.5 so we set the line at +7.5. I think Alabama is going to be a bit more ready for this one."

Here’s a look at a few other interesting games on the horizon, with help from Mr. Korner:

UCLA Bruins at Nebraska Cornhuskers (-4.5)

The Bruins (1-0 SU, 1-0 ATS) are another team coming off a bye week after a big 58-20 victory over Nevada in Week 1. Sophomore QB Brett Hundley was sharp going 22-for-33 for 274 yards passing and running for 63 yards - including a 37 yard TD scamper in the first quarter.

The Cornhuskers (2-0 SU, 1-1 ATS) throttled Southern Miss 56-13 in Week 2 after escaping with a 37-34 victory over Wyoming in Week 1.

"Nebraska always seems to be a betting favorite and we had anything from -3.5 to -7 and I put it at -4.5," says Korner. "It's going to be a very tight game and UCLA definitely has the tools to win this one straight up."

Tennessee Volunteers at Oregon Ducks (-28)

Chip Kelly may have left for the NFL, but the Oregon Ducks' (2-0 SU, 2-0 ATS) offense keeps on rolling. The Ducks are averaging 62.5 points per game through their first two matchups and are second in the country averaging 425 rushing yards per game.

The Volunteers (2-0 SU, 1-1 ATS) have gotten themselves off to a nice start, crushing the likes of Austin Peay and Western Kentucky. This will be their first real test however, and traveling up the Pacific northwest to face the Oregon attack is a tough task.

"We had this anywhere from -26 to -31 and I put it -28. I like this even higher," says Korner. "Oregon will do whatever they do and it will be fourth quarter time where it will probably be right around there and it will be up to Oregon whether they want to bomb them out or just coast."

Washington Huskies at Illinois Fighting Illini (+10)

The Washington Huskies (1-0 SU, 1-0 ATS) had a wonderful Week 1 victory over Boise State and had a week off to enjoy it. The Huskies should be very well prepared to go into Chicago's Soldier Field and attempt to knock off another big program.

A tough Week 1 victory over Southern Illinois was softened by a big win over Cincinnati in Week 2 and the Illini (2-0 SU, 1-1 ATS) will look to continue rolling in Week 3. They boast the 10th most passing yards per game (363.5) but Washington's defense stymied a potent Boise State team in Week 1.

"We had +7 to +10 here so I kept it on the topside at -10 with Washington," said Korner. "Illinois just isn't all that good."

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Today's NFL Picks



MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
Time Posted: 10:00 a.m. EST (9/3)


Game 479-480: Philadelphia at Washington (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Philadelphia 130.142; Washington 131.203
Dunkel Line: Washington by 1; 54
Vegas Line: Washington by 4; 51
Dunkel Pick: Philadelphia (+4); Over


Game 481-482: Houston at San Diego (10:20 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Houston 133.892; San Diego 128.357
Dunkel Line: Houston by 5 1/2; 41
Vegas Line: Houston by 3 1/2; 44
Dunkel Pick: Houston (-3 1/2); Under

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DCI Pro Football
The Daniel Curry Index

Week 1 Scores/Predictions

Monday, September 9, 2013
Philadelphia 15.4 at WASHINGTON 34.1, 6:55 pm ET
Houston 24.1 at SAN DIEGO 21.5, 10:20 pm ET

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Power Sweep
3 Hous

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BeatYourBookie

MONDAY

10* Play Philadelphia +3 over Washington (NFL TOP PLAY)
7:00 PM EST
Washington is 51-81 ATS when playing as a favorite
Washington is 11-24 ATS at home when playing in the month of September

10* Play Houston -3.5 over San Diego (NFL TOP PLAY)
10:30 PM EST

Houston is 6-1 ATS when playing in the month of September
Houston is 19-8 ATS vs. AFC Conference Opponents the last two seasons

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houston -3.5

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Allen Eastman
$2000.00 -105 Take #480 Washington (-3.5) over Philadelphia (7:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 9)

This is my NFL Game of the Week. I think that this is very good value on a Redskins team that made the playoffs last year against an Eagles team that went just 4-12. Philadelphia is learning a new system. They will not have Chip Kelly's system figured out after just a few weeks of training camp. Robert Griffin III is starting for Washington. My sources tell me he is as close to 100 percent as you can expect. He will be very good and the Redskins offense will be as strong as it was last year with him at the helm. Griffin threw six touchdown passes against Philadelphia in two wins over them last year. The Redskins are 12-2 ATS in their last 14 divisional games. The favorite is 5-0 ATS in this series and the Eagles are just 2-10 ATS against teams from the NFC. I think the home field will be a big advantage and the Eagles are still learning.

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Jason Sharpe

Houston

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Football Sack

Philadelphia Eagles +3.5 ($2,000) TOP RATED NFL PICK

Houston Texans -3.5 ($500) WATCH OUT FOR THIS TEAM ALL SEASON LONG!

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Vegas sports informer/Esparza
Houston.

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bookieshunter

3* texans -3

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Marc Lawrence

Eagles +3.5 over Redskins

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Docs Sports
5 Unit Play. #109/#481 Take Houston Texas -4 over San Diego Chargers (Monday 10:20 pm ESPN) Top NFL Play of the Week. The Chargers have been in freefall the last couple of years and finally made a coaching change and general manager change. Much of the freefall has been on the shoulders of Phillip Rivers as he is no longer an elite quarterback and turns the football over numerous times in a game. That does not bode well when facing JJ Watt, the best defensive player in the NFL. Houston is loaded on both sides of the football and has won three straight opening week games. The fact remains that Antonio Gates is not what he once was, and that puts enormous pressure on QB Rivers to make plays with his arm. San Diego lacks a run game to slow down the front four of the Texans, and I just expect them to tee off on the quarterback for 60 minutes. Houston is 20-5 ATS (2 pushes) in their last 27 games played on grass. San Diego is 0-4 ATS in their last 4 home games. Houston wins this game by double-digits!

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Robert Ferringo
MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL PREDICTIONS
7-Unit Play. Take #481 Houston (-3.5) over San Diego (10:20 p.m., Monday, Sept. 9)
Note: This is our AFC Game of the Year.

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Northcoast GOM
4.5 * Houston

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Dave Essler | NFL Money LineMon, 09/09/13 - 7:00 PM
triple-dime bet480 WAS (-110) BetOnline vs 479 PHI

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Baseball Crusher
Baltimore Orioles -125 over New York Yankees
(System Record: 74-7, lost last 3 games)
Overall Record: 74-83-2

Football Crusher
Washington Redskins -3 over Philadelphia Eagles
(System Record: 11-0, won last 2 games)
Overall Record: 11-7

Soccer Crusher
Boa + Bragantino UNDER 2.5
This match is happening in Brazil
(System Record: 452-15, won last game)
Overall Record: 452-391-59

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Mighty Quinn

Mighty missed with the Patriots (-10) on Sunday and likes the Orioles on Monday.

The deficit is 1323 sirignanos.

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Cappers Access

Redskins -4
Chargers +5.5

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MLB

Hot pitchers
-- Medlen is 3-1, 1.67 in his last four starts.
-- Torres is 1-1, 2.63 in five starts this season.
-- Nolasco is 6-0, 2.44 in his last seven starts. Delgado is 0-1, 3.15 in his last three starts.
-- Chacin is 3-2, 2.88 in his last five starts. Lincecum is 3-0, 4.24 in last three.

-- Tillman is 1-1, 3.10 in his last three starts. Sabathia is 4-1, 5.87 in his last five starts; Bronx scored 39 runs in those five games.
-- Jimenez is 2-2, 2.19 in his last four starts.
-- Weaver is 2-1, 1.71 in his last three starts. Hernandez is 1-0, 3.27 in his last two starts.
-- Scherzer is 6-1, 2.52 in his last nine starts. Sale is 1-0, 2.35 in his last two.
-- Seattle won both Walker starts (1-0, 4.50, M's scored 13 runs).


Cold pitchers
-- Wood is 1-4, 4.53 in his last seven starts. Arroyo is 1-1, 6.23 in his last three outings.
-- Alvarez is 1-2, 5.96 in his last five starts.
-- Gonzalez is 2-3, 6.27 in his last seven starts, but Nationals won his last three starts, scoring 29 runs.

-- Darvish is 0-2, 4.50 in his last four starts. Cole is 1-4, 4.22 in his last seven.

-- Santana is 0-2, 5.51 in his last six starts.
-- Cosart is 0-1, 4.50 in his last three starts.


Starting Pitchers/First Inning
You can wager on whether teams will score in the first inning. Below is how often a starting pitcher has allowed 1+ runs in first inning in one of his starts........
-- Wood 5-28; Arroyo 5-27
-- Medlen 8-27 (0 of last 8); Alvarez 2-11
-- Gonzalez 8-28; Torres 1-5
-- Delgado 6-15 (4 of last 7); Nolasco 6-28 (1-11 with LA)
-- Chacin 2-27 (0 of last 22); Lincecum 10-28 (1 of last 8)

-- Cole 5-15 (3 of last 5); Darvish 8-26

-- Sabathia 9-29 (4 of last 7); Tillman 6-28 (2 of last 12)
-- Santana 12-29; Jimenez 6-27 (1 of last 12)
-- Weaver 3-21 (1 of last 17); Hernandez 2-8
-- Scherzer 5-28 (1 of last 13); Sale 8-27 (0 of last 4)
-- Cosart 4-9; Walker 0-2

Totals
-- Under is 4-1-1 in last six Cincinnati games.
-- Four of last five Atlanta games stayed under.
-- Six of last eight Washington games went over.
-- Last five Arizona games stayed under the total.
-- Eight of last ten San Francisco games stayed under.

-- Three of last four Texas games went over the total.

-- Seven of last eight Bronx games went over the total. Five of last six Oriole games stayed under.
-- Seven of last ten Royal games stayed under total.
-- Five of last seven Angel games went over the total.
-- Five of last seven Detroit games stayed under total.
-- Four of last five Seattle games went over the total.

Hot teams
-- Reds won last four games, allowing ten runs.
-- Nationals won four of their last five games.

-- Orioles won three of their last four games.
-- Kansas City won six of its last eight games. Indians won four of last five.
-- Angels won seven of their last ten games.


Cold teams
-- Cubs lost four of their last five away games.
-- Braves lost their last four games, scoring ten runs. Miami lost three of its last four games.
-- Mets lost five of their last seven games.
-- Dodgers lost their last four games, scoring 12 runs. Arizona is 3-5 in its last eight games.
-- Giants are 1-8 in game following its last nine wins. Colorado lost five of its last six games.

-- Pirates lost last four games, outscored 35-13. Rangers lost five of their last seven games.

-- Bronx lost three of its last four games.
-- Minnesota lost its last fouer games, outscoired 25-12.
-- White Sox lost nine of their last ten games. Detroit lost four of its last five.
-- Houston lost five of its last seven games. Mariners lost four of their last five road games.

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Today's MLB Picks

NY Yankees at Baltimore

The Orioles look to build on their 12-1 record in Chris Tillman's last 13 home starts when the total is set at 9 to 10 1/2 runs. Baltimore is the pick (-140) according to Dunkel, which has the Orioles favored by 1 1/2. Dunkel Pick: Baltimore (-140). Here are all of today's picks.


MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
Time Posted: 7:00 a.m. EST


Game 951-952: Chicago Cubs at Cincinnati (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Cubs (Wood) 15.397; Cincinnati (Arroyo) 15.102
Dunkel Line: Chicago Cubs by 1/2; 7
Vegas Line: Cincinnati (-200); 8
Dunkel Pick: Chicago Cubs (+170); Under


Game 953-954: Atlanta at Miami (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Atlanta (Medlen) 15.844; Miami (Alvarez) 14.585
Dunkel Line: Atlanta by 1 1/2; 8
Vegas Line: Atlanta (-160); 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Atlanta (-160); Over


Game 955-956: Washington at NY Mets (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Washington (Gonzalez) 14.838; NY Mets (Torres) 15.959
Dunkel Line: NY Mets by 1; 6
Vegas Line: Washington (-150); 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: NY Mets (+130); Under


Game 957-958: Arizona at LA Dodgers (10:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Arizona (Delgado) 14.286; LA Dodgers (Nolasco) 15.872
Dunkel Line: LA Dodgers by 1 1/2; 8
Vegas Line: LA Dodgers (-160); 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: LA Dodgers (-160); Over


Game 959-960: Colorado at San Francisco (10:15 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Colorado (Chacin) 14.706; San Francisco (Lincecum) 13.822
Dunkel Line: Colorado by 1; 6
Vegas Line: San Francisco (-125); 7
Dunkel Pick: Colorado (+105); Under


Game 961-962: NY Yankees at Baltimore (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: NY Yankees (Sabathia) 15.421; Baltimore (Tillman) 16.782
Dunkel Line: Baltimore by 1 1/2; 10
Vegas Line: Baltimore (-140); 9
Dunkel Pick: Baltimore (-140); Over


Game 963-964: Kansas City at Cleveland (7:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Kansas City (Santana) 16.704; Cleveland (Jimenez) 15.882
Dunkel Line: Kansas City by 1; 9
Vegas Line: Cleveland (-120); 8
Dunkel Pick: Kansas City (+100); Over


Game 965-966: LA Angels at Minnesota (7:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: LA Angels (Weaver) 15.953; Minnesota (Hernandez) 14.334
Dunkel Line: LA Angels by 1 1/2; 7
Vegas Line: LA Angels (-160); 8
Dunkel Pick: LA Angels (-160); Under


Game 967-968: Detroit at Chicago White Sox (8:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Detroit (Scherzer) 15.387; White Sox (Sale) 16.285
Dunkel Line: Chicago White Sox by 1; 6
Vegas Line: Detroit (-150); 7
Dunkel Pick: Chicago White Sox (+130); Under


Game 969-970: Houston at Seattle (10:10 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Houston (Cosart) 13.846; Seattle (Walker) 15.415
Dunkel Line: Seattle by 1 1/2; 9
Vegas Line: Seattle (-160); 7 1/2
Dunkel Pick: Seattle (-160); Over


Game 971-972: Pittsburgh at Texas (8:05 p.m. EST)
Dunkel Ratings: Pittsburgh (Cole) 13.223; Texas (Darvish) 15.275
Dunkel Line: Texas by 2; 9
Vegas Line: Texas (-170); 8
Dunkel Pick: Texas (-170); Over

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Mighty Quinn

phillly
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TheSportsCapper

MONDAY BASEBALL


100* Play LA Angels -145 over Minnesota (TOP MLB PLAY)
Jered Weaver has won 52 of the last 70 games when pitching as a favorite of -110 or higher and he has won 41 of the last 62 games vs. AL Central Division Opponents. Jered Weaver has won 33 of the last 46 games when pitching in the 2nd half of the season and he has an ERA of 1.71 over the last three starts.

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50* Play Texas -170 over Pittsburgh (BONUS MLB PLAY)
50* Play Washington -135 over New York Mets (BONUS MLB PLAY)

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The Sports Capper Football

MONDAY
1000* Play Philadelphia +3.5 over Washington (NFL Monday Night Parlay)
Washington has lost 47 of the last 75 games against the spread when playing as a favorite of 3.5 to 9.5 points and they have also lost 26 of the last 37 home games against the spread when playing in the 1st month of the season.


1000* Play Houston -3.5 over San Diego (NFL Monday Night Parlay)
Houston has covered the spread in 19 of the last 27 games vs. AFC Conference Opponents and they have also covered the spread in 16 of the last 24 games when playing as a favorite.Houston has covered the spread in 7 of the last 8 games when playing in the 1st month of the season and they have covered the spread in 21 of the last 27 games when playing on a natural grass field.

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PAUL LEINER

100* Over 52.5 - Redskins/Eagles

50* Indians -120

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StatFox Super Situations™ - FoxSheets

MLB DETROIT at CHI WHITE SOX

Play On - Home teams (CHI WHITE SOX) with a starting pitcher whose ERA is 3.20 or better on the season (AL) against opponent with a starting pitcher whose ERA is 3.50 or better on the season (AL)
178-102 over the last 5 seasons. ( 63.6% 61.7 units )
37-24 this year. ( 60.7% 7.9 units )

StatFox Situational Power Trends™ - FoxSheets

MLB NY YANKEES at BALTIMORE

BALTIMORE is 32-15 (+20.5 Units) against the money line vs. an AL starting pitcher whose WHIP is 1.300 to 1.400 over the last 2 seasons.

The average score was: BALTIMORE (4.9) , OPPONENT (3.9)

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KYLE HUNTER

3* Atlanta -1.5 over Miami

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Hondo

Cubs

Redskins-Best Bet
Chargers

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Gold Sheet LTS

1 Philadelphia OVER

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EAGLE EYE----RANDY ROSE
Your Pick: Houston Texans -3.5 (-110)

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BeatYourBookie
MLB Baseball Plays for Monday

10* Play Atlanta -150 over Miami (MLB TOP PLAY)
7:10 PM EST
Atlanta is 13-3 when playing on a Monday this season
Atlanta is 39-15 when playing as a favorite of -150 or higher


10* Play Cincinnati -180 over Chicago Cubs (MLB TOP PLAY)
7:10 PM EST
Chicago is 20-38 vs. division opponents this season
Chicago is 40-62 vs. right-handed starting pitchers this season

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Stephen Nover

3* Houston (NFL)

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CHASE DIAMOND

8* KILLER CLUB

Money Line: Texas-180

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Beathespread FREE MLB Play!
ANGELS -156

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Cappers Advantage - BigEast
Houston -3.5

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Teddy Covers

10* Texans

10* Orioles over

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Today's Free Picks for Sep 09, 2013





http://www.sportswagers.ca/graphics/icons/logo_1.pngPhiladelphia @ WASHINGTON
Philadelphia +3½ -105 over WASHINGTON

The Redskins swept the Eagles last year, winning 31-6 at home and later 27-20 in Philadelphia in week Week 16. Remember, this is the NFC East where rivalries are intense and where it’s rare for one team to dominate another in back-to-back seasons. The Redskins welcome back Robert Griffin III after he tore up his knee and rehabbed to get back for this week. The Redskins had a very successful 2012 season with a 10-6 finish and a NFC East title. That was won on the backs of both RG3 and the surprising Alfred Morris who literally jumped out of the depth charts in week one to become one of the better running backs in the league. The problem is that RG3 could be very rusty because he did not play in the preseason and that’s rather significant. Furthermore, it’s not the Redskins offense that is a problem, it’s keeping the opposition from moving the chains and scoring points that is ultimately going to be the ‘Skins downfall this year. Washington paid a hefty price for RG3, giving up first round picks in the draft until 2015 and that means they’ll enter this season older, slower and with a lack of talent, outside of RG3, at the skilled positions. Last season, it was Philly that was projected to do well and Washington to struggle but this season we have a role reversal and that is a good position to be in when accepting points on Monday Night Football.


This is the first time we get to see what the Chip Kelly hype is all about. Andy Reid has finally left and a new era in Philly has started. They managed to grab the most coveted college coach in Chip Kelly who commanded a ridiculously productive offense in Oregon. Unfortunately the team lost Jeremy Maclin in July and with him their primary receiver. But this hurry-up, run-oriented scheme should be tailored made for the backfield talent and Michael Vick is getting yet another second chance at being a starter. Vick did not play against the Redskins last year and Nick Foles was held to just one passing score in two games. Chip Kelly utilizing LeSean McCoy is a scary thought and McCoy, who looked great in camp, figures to get a ton of touches here against a weak Washington defense. Look for Kelly to also utilize the passing game. Chip Kelly’s plan is to try and run 70+ plays from scrimmage and test the conditioning of the Redskins in the first game. Whether or not he’s successful remains to be seen but one thing we know for sure is that Philly is a complete enigma. The Eagles have completely new systems in place, offensively, defensively and on special teams. What that means is that the ‘Skins have nothing to go on in terms of preparation. You simply can’t prepare for something you’ve never seen before and that’s precisely what Kelly brings to the table. That makes the Eagles a very interesting proposition here. The Eagles may fall flat on their faces here but they could also thrive with some crazy offensive numbers and that possibility has us leaning their way.


Our Pick
Philadelphia +3½ -105 (Risking 2.1 units - To Win: 2.00)



http://www.sportswagers.ca/graphics/icons/logo_1.pngHouston @ SAN DIEGO
SAN DIEGO +5 -105 over Houston

Line opened at Houston -3½. It’s up to 4, 4½ or even 5 at some places and will probably be as high as 6 by 10:00 PM tonight. This is the last game of the week. It’s also the second game of tonight’s Monday Night double-header, meaning the Texans will be the second or third part of all two and three-game parlays. Do you actually think the oddsmakers did not anticipate this heavy lean on the visitor? Of course they did. Monday Night Football is lined with mismatches that were supposed to be easy money but failed miserably. This one has that stench to it. There is no sense in breaking down this matchup. NFL football is bigger than it’s ever been. Hour after hour after hour you can turn on the TV or radio and hear so called experts breaking down these games to precisely how they are supposed to turn out. Indy was supposed to whack the Raiders, New England was a cinch to defeat the Bills. Tampa was going to destroy the Jets, etc, etc, etc.
We all know that the Chargers have been a mess of mistake filled football games, bad coaching, underachievers and just a pathetic football team to wager on. The oddsmakers know that too. We’re not going to try and make a case for the Chargers because it’s near impossible. The Texans, coming off a 12-4 year and winning the AFC South are supposed to go into San Diego tonight and steamroll over this San Diego team that virtually brings the same players as last year, minus Danario Alexander. Philip Rivers returns for his tenth NFL season but comes off his worst year since 2007. The Chargers are learning a new offense by OC Ken Whisenhunt but they have no players that stand out. The Texans sport a great rushing defense and the Chargers are busy installing a new offensive scheme. The Texans still have J. J. Watt and Brian Cushing and added Ed Reed to the secondary. Against a below average team this defense should be dominating. So yeah, on paper, the Texans are supposed to come in here and blow away the Chargers but we’ve been doing this too long to not recognize something that smells fishy. You’re very likely going to bet the Texans tonight and we could not blame you for doing so. However, this is the biggest public play of the week and that’s a side that’s loses far too often for us to get on board with. You’ve been warned.


Our Pick
SAN DIEGO +5 -105 (Risking 2.1 units - To Win: 2.00)



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Today's Free Picks for Sep 09, 2013





http://www.sportswagers.ca/graphics/icons/logo_5.pngKansas City @ CLEVELAND
Kansas City +100 over CLEVELAND

The Indians are two games back in the Wild Card race while the Royals are 3½-games back, thus setting up this crucial series. Ubaldo Jimenez is enjoying a bit of a rebound season this year, at least in relation to how terrible he was last year. His ERA is down under 4.00, and while he still walks too many, his dominance has increased to 9 K’s per 9 innings, which would be a career best. Interestingly, Jimenez's velocity has continued its slow decline from the mid-90s a few years ago. The difference, at least this year, appears to be an increased reliance on his slider. Jimenez has been hot in the last month or so (35 IP, 41/15 K/BB since the beginning of August). However, in those five August starts, Jimenez faced the Braves, A’s, Twins, Angels and Marlins. What that group has in common is that they are among the league leaders in striking out. Atlanta, for instance has struck out more than any team in baseball besides the Astros and the Twinkies are just four strikeouts behind them. As a result, Jimenez’s K rate over the past month is extremely skewed and that’s the real key here. You see, the Royals have struck out the least amount of times in MLB and that means that Jimenez is not going to get these guys to swing at pitches way out of the zone. In other words, he’s likely to be behind in the count more than ahead and that’s when he prone to being whacked.
Improved control and dominance against lefties has driven Ervin R. Santana. Kansas City rebuilt their rotation in the offseason with the big acquisition being James Shields but Santana has more than held his own. While his record is only 8-8, the rest of his numbers have been impressive. Santana’s xERA shows that there is real skills growth here. He’s walking fewer batters resulting in control that hasn’t been this good since 2008. Santana’s groundball % is also creeping up. It was in the mid-30% range earlier in his career, but it’s gone up sharply the past three years to a career high of 47% this season. He’s also dominating lefties. While his career OPS against them is .772, he’s holding them to .603 in 2013. The 30-year-old Santana is peaking at the right time. He’s a free agent at the end of this season and with many eyes on this series, this start becomes one of Santana’s most important of the year in terms of his potential contract and whether or not the Royals win this important series. Money is a huge motivating factor.


Our Pick
Kansas City +100 (Risking 2 units - To Win: 2.00)



http://www.sportswagers.ca/graphics/icons/logo_5.pngPittsburgh @ TEXAS
Pittsburgh +163 over TEXAS

Yu Darvish is wickedly good. This guy has the best road skills in MLB and it’s not even close. Overall, Darvish has an amazing 240 K’s in 180 innings but all those pitches and innings take a toll. Rangers’ manager, Ron Washington has been known to burn out pitchers. The list of pitcher’s he’s burned out over the years is a long one and he’s also been known to really burn them out over the course of a year. It’s probably the main reason why the Rangers make the playoffs every season but subsequently get knocked out early. Darvish’s pitch count is rarely under 113 a game. Even with five and six runs leads, Ron Washington will keep sending him out there until his tank is empty and the effects are beginning to show. Darvish has been taken yard four times over his past two starts in Oakland and at home to the Twinkies. In his last start, he also walked six batters. Overall, the Rangers have lost Darvish’s last four starts to Oakland, Minnesota, the White Sox and Seattle and his ERA over that span was 4.62. It would not surprise one bit to see him lose another one here.
Gerrit Cole has flashed his rotation-anchor upside since being called up by the Pirates. Cole’s 96 mph average four-seam fastball and 10% swinging K rate give him more strikeout upside than he has shown and his off speed stuff has been nothing short of dominating. Cole has thrown his change-up and curveball 232 times and batters have managed only two extra-base hits against those pitches. Don't be surprised if he becomes Pittsburgh’s best pitcher in September, into the playoffs and all of next season. Aside from his outstanding arsenal of pitches, Cole has a 50% groundball rate and his control is improving with each outing. Over his past 25 innings, Cole has walked just four batters while whiffing 19. Geritt Cole is coming on strong while Yu Darvish is fading and the price here makes this one even more appealing.


Our Pick
Pittsburgh +163 (Risking 2 units - To Win: 3.26)









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Kevin Thomas

Total Play of the Year

Over 51.5 -- Eagles vs. Redskins

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PowerPlayWins 9/09

Today Play:

NFL - Houston Texans -4

[golden contender]

On Monday we start the week with a Triple System 5* with the lead system dating to 1970. There is also a Double Perfect System MLB Blowout and a side in the other Monday night NFL Game. NFL 34 Games over .500 the last 3+ seasons and MLB is on a tear. Free MLB System Side below.



On Monday the free MLB System Play is on the LA. Angels. Game 966 at 7:10 eastern. This game fits a solid system that has won 12 of 15 times and plays on road favorites like the Angels that are off a home loss and scored 4 or less runs, vs an opponent like the Twins that are also off a home loss and scored 2 or less runs. With Weaver pitching we will take a shot with LA here as J. Weaver has allowed 1 run spanning 23 innings in his last 3 starts vs Minnesota. He has been hot of late with a 1.71 era in his last 3 games. Hernandez for the Twins has a 5.69 era in his starts this season. Minnesota is a dismal 1-8 at home off a home loss where they scored 2 or less runs. Meanwhile the Angels are a solid 9-2 on the road off a home loss. Look for the Angels to take down the Twins tonight in the opening game of the series. On Monday night start the week big. We are 34 games over. 500 in the NFL the past 3+ seasons and are on a hot streak to start this season. Tonight we have the 5* Triple system side from a lead system that dates to 1970 and the 100% Power Angle in the other Monday night game. In MLB We have a Double perfect system blowout side which is reasonably lined. MLB has been on a Major tear and has us at the Top for the Month at several major leader boards. Jump on now and start the week off big. For the free play take the LA. Angels. GC

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North Coast Marquee Over the Total Wash/Philly nFL

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Dave Essler | NFL Money LineMon, 09/09/13 - 7:00 PM
triple-dime bet480 WAS (-110) BetOnline (http://www.pregameaction.com/?page_id=7?AflId=9183) vs 479 PHI
Analysis: Two team ML parlays here..........I simply don't see the Eagles winning in Washington, period, and was tempted to lay the -180 and/or the points, but rarely will I lay -3.5 just on general principles. So, since we certainly don't see Oakland winning at the Colts, I'll parlay the two. If the Colts win, we've got tons of options for Monday night, which could include teasing the Eagles and/or playing something in conjunction with the Texans-Chargers game.


Twoµ team ML Parlay:

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RAS

marshall -6-
troy +8
md teen st -4-
s fla -10-

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Philly Godfather

Texans -3

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STATSYSTEMS SPORTS NFL REPORT
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MNF Week #1 Information

Quick-Hits
•Philadelphia: 8-0 RD's > 3 points w/revenge vs. conference opponent... 4-1 away on Mondays... 31-17 away w/revenge...1-5 vs. division Game 5 < ... 3-7 L10 dogs... 1-6-1 OU Game One... Won just 1 of last 12 games SU in '12.
•WASHINGTON SERIES: 1-3 L4H... 9-0 vs. division w/OU line 47 > points... 7-0 SU/ATS run before home playoff loss to Seattle... SHANAHAN: 14-4 L18 vs. division (6-0 LY).

•Houston SERIES: 0-4 L4... 16-8-2 favorites L2Y (6-3-1 RF's)... 1-4 vs. AFC West.
•SAN DIEGO: 6-0 on Mondays... 1-7 w/OU line 46 > points... 1-4 Game One... 2-6 L8 home.

Situational Team Power Trend
•SAN DIEGO is 20-3 ATS (86.9%, +16.7 Units) against AFC South division opponents since 1992.
The average score was SAN DIEGO 29.6, OPPONENT 17.6.

Situational Analysis
•Play Against - An NFL non-division underdog or favorite of less than 7 points (HOUSTON) in its season opener who won 12 or more games during the regular season last year versus an opponent who won 8 or fewer games last season.
ATS W-L Record Since 1990: 14-2, 88%

Betcha Didn't Know
According to our trusted database here at StatSystems Sports, opening week favorites on Monday Night Football have not fared all that well going just 22-20 SU and 14-28 ATS in all games since 1980. Thus, we should: Play Against any NFL Monday Night favorite (Houston and Washington) in Game One of the season.

Not only do these Game One Monday Night favorites lose the money 67% of the time (14-28 ATS), they lose the whole game nearly half of the time (22-20 SU). Put these same guys in a competitive role (-6 or less) and they fall to 12-20 SU and 9-23 ATS this role. Better yet, popularize these competitive Monday Night hosts with a stamp of 10 or more wins from the previous season and these MNF favorites dip to 2-11 SU and 1-12 ATS when laying 6 or less points in a game in which the Over/Under total is set at 41 or more points.

Subset: if Play Against team is favored by 6 or less points and won 10 or more games last season, and the Over/Under total in this game is 41 or more points, provided they are facing an opponent that has won 18 or more of its last 32 games. (ATS W-L Record: 0-10)

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"Mr Chalk" 2013 MLB Season

Ben lee lost on Sunday with the 2nd "Chalkest" game on the board the Indians -$225/Mets.

For Monday "Mr Chalk" likes the Dodgers -$160/Diamondbacks.

"Mr Chalk" is 92-56 +$577 for the 2013 MLB season.

Ben lee has a play in Tennis for the Mens Final Rafael Nadal -$155/Novak Djokovic for $50.

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Bryan Leonard | MLB Total - Monday, Sep 9 2013 7:10PM
951 CHC / 952 CIN UNDER 8 Bookmaker.com double-dime bet
PLAY: CHC/CIN UNDER

Bryan Leonard | MLB RunLine - Monday, Sep 9 2013 7:10PM
966 MIN 1.5(-110) Bookmaker.com vs 965 ANA double-dime bet
PLAY: MINNESOTA +1.5

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Jimmy Boyd 9/9 & Updated Records

4* (NFL) Houston Texans -3.5

3* (NFL) Washington Redskins -3
3* (MLB) Detroit Tigers ML -135

MLB TOTAL 176-173 -28 Units
27-24
45-46
104-103

NCAAF TOTAL 11-6 +19 Units
2-1
4-0
5-5

NFL TOTAL 1-4 -12 Units
0-1
1-1
0-2

SEPTEMBER TOTAL 11-12 -6 Units
0-2
4-2
7-8

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ATS Lock Club

4 Houston

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spartan MLB Total Mon, 09/09/13 - 7:05 PM

double-dime bet - 962 BAL / 961 NYY - OVER 8.5

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Ats insiders club

Eagles/Wash under 52

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NFL odds: Week 2 opening line report

If you’re looking for coverage or analysis on any other game but Denver at New York this week, don’t hold your breath.

The “Manning Bowl” headlines the Week 2 schedule and you won’t hear about another game, team or player until the media vultures have picked this family feud clean.

Oddsmakers opened this game at Denver -2.5 following the Broncos’ dominant performance over the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday Night Football and have since suggested a push to Denver -4 following the Giants’ sloppy showing in a loss to the Dallas Cowboys Sunday night.

“Just the fact that the Giants didn’t look sharp, we have to move this line because of the public perception of how each team looked in Week 1,” Peter Korner, founder of the Nevada-based odds service The Sports Club, tells Covers. “As good as Denver was and how the Giants looked last night, we know that will stick in the minds of bettors. So we upped it a point and a half.”

For those of you keeping score, Peyton Manning is 2-0 SU and ATS versus his brother Eli Manning for their careers. The total for Sunday’s Round 3 of the “Manning Bowl” opened at 48 points.

San Francisco 49ers at Seattle Seahawks (-3, 44.5)

Overshadowed by sibling rivalry is this NFC West war between what many consider to be the two best teams in the NFL.

The Seahawks and Niners have a good thing going, which according to those Madden 25 commercials, started when Colin Kaepernick and Russell Wilson were at summer camp in the 90’s. I’ll have to fact check that one.

Most online books opened Seattle -3 while Korner and his team of oddsmakers came to the table with the spread as low as a pick. They eventually sent out Seahawks -3 but said things will get tricky in Northern Nevada – Reno and Tahoe – also known as Niners Country.

“I don’t know if the people up north can put up San Francisco as a dog,” he says. “They’ll be flood with 49ers action regardless. Northern Nevada is all Bay Area up there. I feel for them on this one.”

Korner says he’s much more impressed with San Francisco’s win over Green Bay and wasn’t convinced by the Seahawks’ efforts against Carolina. He expects this spread to come down quite a bit before kickoff on Sunday night.

New York Jets at New England Patriots (-13, 44)

Some shops opened this AFC East matchup as low as New England -10 and watched wiseguys smack the hell out of the odds, driving the spread all the way to -13.

That isn’t enough points, according to Korner, who sent out the Patriots -13.5 and expects that line to keep climbing before Thursday.

“Before the Jets won and the Patriots had a hard time (versus Buffalo in Week 1), this would clearly be two touchdowns. It’s a total anti-Jet number. We don’t get swayed on results too much. This is a gift. Who’s betting the Jets? Really, who? This is a classic favorite and over for a marquee standalone game.”

Pittsburgh Steelers at Cincinnati Bengals (-6.5, 40.5)

Perhaps the biggest knee-jerk reaction from Week 1 revolves around the Steelers’ struggles after losing 16-9 to Tennessee. Pittsburgh didn’t perform well in the preseason and bettors are well aware of the aging core of stars keeping the Steelers intact.

Korner originally sent out Bengals -4 but admits he underestimated the market and gives credit where credit is due to those who opened Cincinnati just shy of a touchdown.

“The offshore guys had a better opening line,” he says. “I wasn’t as high on Cincinnati as others. I agree with the move to six and will be suggesting that everyone keep this one high.”

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Eagles at Redskins: NFL bloggers debate who will cover

The first Monday Night Football game of the season is a divisional war between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Redskins. Oddsmakers have tabbed Washington as a 3.5-point home favorite in Week 1.

In order to get the best grasp on this NFC East battle we’ve enlisted the help of those who know these teams the best. Brandon Gowton of Philadelphia blog “Bleeding Green Nation” and Kevin Ewoldt of Washington blog “Hogs Haven” strap on the helmets and butt heads over which team will not only win but cover the spread Monday night.

WHY PHILADELPHIA WILL COVER

Brandon Gowton writes for Bleeding Green Nation. You can follow them on Facebook and Twitter @BleedingGreen.

Chip Kelly Factor

Chip Kelly makes his NFL debut on Monday Night Football. No one knows exactly what Kelly's NFL offense looks like yet. There may be incorporated elements of his Oregon Ducks' college offense, but it could catch the NFL by surprise. Kelly was very successful at Oregon (46-7) and he came to the NFL to continue his winning ways at the next level.

Run, run, run the ball

Eagles star running back LeSean McCoy called Chip Kelly's offense a "track meet". McCoy noted multiple running backs will be utilized because Kelly loves to run the ball. Along with McCoy, Bryce Brown and Chris Polk have flashed serious NFL talent. With a steady rotation of carries keeping these RBs fresh, the Eagles ground game could figure to be a problem for the Redskins defense.

Vick reinvigorated

Michael Vick looked flawless at times in Kelly's offense during the preseason. Vick earned the Eagles’ starting QB competition by beating out Nick Foles and hopes to play the best football of his career in order to hold on to his starting job. Kelly aims to harness the talents of Vick in full form while cutting back on Vick's mistakes. The Eagles offense will have no problem scoring points if Vick looks as sharp as he has under his new coach.

WHY WASHINGTON WILL COVER

Kevin Ewoldt is the managing editor for Hogs Haven. You can follow them on Facebook and on Twitter @HogsHaven.

Rookie coaches stink

In 2012, seven teams had new coaches. They went 1-6 straight up in their week one games and the loss margin in those games was an average of 9.2 points (three teams lost by 15 or more). The sole winner was the Bucs’ squeaker win at home versus the dysfunctional Panthers. The Eagles and rookie coach, Chip Kelly, are on the road. I smell a parlay.

Shanahan dominates Week 1

Mike Shanahan is 15-4 SU in Week 1 and is 3-0 with the Redskins both SU and ATS (two of those wins were with McNabb and Grossman). Last year, he went into New Orleans as a 7.5-point dog and won by eight in Week 1. He's been studying Oregon film since the spring and realistically, the Redskins defense practices against one of the fastest offenses in the NFL every day.

Recent history

Last year, the Eagles were 1-5 ATS in September and now they're entering Week 1 with new systems on both sides of the ball. The Redskins have covered 10 of their last 12 games versus NFC East opponents. With the new CBA rules preventing heavy contact and two-a-days, in addition to Chip Kelly not wanting to show his hand in preseason, the Eagles enter Week 1 without really testing out either sides of the ball.

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NFL betting: Monday night injury watch list

Here is a quick look at some of the players who are probable, questionable and doubtful for the two Monday night games.

Philadelphia Eagles at Washington Redskins (-3.5, 52)

Eagles

- TE James Casey is dealing with a hamstring injury but is expected to play Monday against the Redskins
- CB Cary Williams has a hamstring injury but is expected to play Monday against the Redskins
- T Dennis Kelly is still recovering from back surgery and will miss at least the first two games of the regular season

Redskins

- QB Robert Griffin III has been recovering from reconstructive knee surgery but will be the starter for Monday's game against the Eagles
- WR Aldrick Robinson is dealing with a thigh injury but is expected to play Monday against the Eagles
- WR Leonard Hankerson is dealing with a knee injury and is questionable to play

Houston Texans at San Diego Chargers (+3.5, 44.5)

Texans

- RB Arian Foster is questionable to play Monday against the Chargers as he deals with a right calf strain
- G Wade Smith is expected to be ready for Monday's game against the Chargers
- WR DeVier Posey is recovering from a torn left Achilles' tendon but is expected to be ready
- WR DeAndre Hopkins has a concussion and is questionable to play Monday
- T David Quessenberry will undergo surgery after breaking his foot during practice and is out indefinitely
- S Ed Reed nderwent minor hip surgery in April to repair a small tear in his labrum and will be a game-time decision
- LB Darryl Sharpton has a concussion and is expected to miss Monday's game

Chargers

- WR Eddie Royal left practice on August 17th in an ambulance after suffering a bruised lung and a concussion. He is questionable to play Monday
- WR Malcom Floyd was carted from the practice field during preseason with a right knee injury but is expected to be ready to play
- LB Manti Te'o is dealing with a foot injury and will sit out Monday's game
- DE Corey Liuget is dealing with shoulder discomfort but is expected to play

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Bettors beware big MLB moneyline favorites
By JASON LOGAN

The Oakland Athletics are holding strong atop the American League West while the Houston Astros dwindle at the bottom, after the A’s took two of the first three games of a four-game set this week.

However, if you were betting on Oakland during that span, you’re in the red thanks to the hefty price tags on the home side. The Athletics were tabbed as -275, -270 and “thrifty” -217 favorites during the first three games of the series, and a $100 Oakland bettor would down almost $17 over those three contests.

Moneylines in the -270 and up range are more common this time year, especially when a playoff-bound team plays a basement dweller with no motivation in September. While the odds may look like a sure thing, big MLB favorites have been anything but money in the bank this season.

Favorites of -270 or higher are just 9-7 as of Sunday. If you bet $100 on each of those teams you would be down more than -$388. Moneyline chalk of -300 or higher is a bankroll draining 2-4. The Texas Rangers are 1-2 as -300 or more favorites while Detroit is 1-1 and Tampa Bay lost its lone game as a -320 favorite.

Last year, big MLB favorites lived up to the oddsmakers expectations. Teams priced between -270 and up went a collective 15-2. In 2011, those moneyline monsters were 10-4. Those most consistent winners over the past three years (2011-2013) have been favorites between -270 and -280, which are a combined 12-2.

There was a rash of big favorites between 2009 and 2010, with a total of 77 games having a moneyline favorite of -270 and above. Those high-priced teams went a collective 56-14, which may seem like a respectable record until you size up the return on investment on those massive odds.

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Z Money Sports 9/9


Philadelphia +4
Philly/Wash over 52
Sd/Houston over 45

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Johnny Serrone 9/9


Texans -4


Pit/Tex Under 8


Eagle/Skins Under 52

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Prediction Machine
Sides
WAS
SD

O/U
Was/Phi - Over
SD/Hou - Under

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CHRIS JORDAN

200 Eagles (has them at +4. Says t buy half pt to make +4.5)

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bob balfe redskins -4 1/2

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Sports Cash System Play of The Day for Today: 9/9
San Diego Chargers +4 over the Houston Texans

(System Record: 135-5, Won last 2 games)
Overall Record: 135-119

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Philadelphia vs. Washington - September 9, 2013 - 7:10 PM

Pick: Your pick will be graded at justbet @ 4.5 -110 Philadelphia
Expert: Ben Burns
Evaluation: Sep 9 - 7:10 PM
Reason For Pick:
I'm playing on PHILADELPHIA. The Skins had their way with the Eagles last season. However, that was with Foles at QB and with Reid as the head coach. Things are different in Philly now and I look for a much different team and result on the field this evening.

I like the coaching change that the Eagles made. Reid did a lot of good things, but his time here was clearly done. Kelly is a winner and he's brought a winning mentality with him.

Obviously, Griffin has some special talents and he had a great season last year. Keep in mind that he'll be taking his first snap in an NFL game since reconstructive surgery and since re-hurting his right knee in the playoff loss vs. Seattle.

While he's considerably older, keep in mind that Vick has a lot of the same skills that Griffin does. With a renewed emphasis on the ground game, Vick will finally be encouraged to utilize his running skills.

Vick was quoted saying: "I'm going to have the opportunity to do what I want to do in this offense and run the football. And yes, I will be a threat. I think you've got to take on a certain mindset that you're going to play the game all-out."

Vick's "all out" mentality might make it difficult to last the entire season - but it should make him extremely dangerous, when healthy. Note that he was 20 of 28 for 333 yards and four touchdowns to go with 73 yards rushing.

Kelly said this of his QB: "The biggest thing with Mike that you saw was just his growth and improvement. He just kept learning the system ... His willingness to learn, his passion for the game of football was evidenced since the first day we saw him."

The Skins, who ranked just 28th defensively last season, have long been terrible in the favorite role. They're 51-81-3 ATS the last 135 times that they were laying points, including a 12-24 ATS mark when listed as home favorites in the -3.5 to -7 range. While that's admittedly largely ancient history, they were also 0-2 ATS in that role the past couple of seasons.

Meanwhile, despite a poor record at the betting window overall, the Eagles have quietly gone a profitable 3-1 ATS as road underdogs in the 3.5 to 7 range.

While they were beaten badly here last season, the Eagles remain a healthy 13-7-1 ATS (14-7 SU) their last 21 visits here. Vick has won his last three starts against the Skins, throwing for better than 900 yards while recording eight touchdowns. I expect AT LEAST another cover tonight. 10* NFC Best Bet

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9xSports


(MLB) 7:05PM CLEVELAND INDIANS-110

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Tom freese

Angels
texans

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Michael David:

houston

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From This Week's PLATINUM SHEET
STATFOX FORECASTER

PHILADELPHIA (479) AT WASHINGTON (480)
Latest Line: Redskins -3.5; Total: 52

Two exciting dual-threat quarterbacks play under the lights on Monday when Eagles QB Michael Vick tries to outscore Redskins QB Robert Griffin III. Griffin put up insane numbers during his team's sweep of Philly last year, completing 30-of-39 passes for 398 yards and 6 TD, plus 88 more running yards. He won't scramble as much with his knee brace, but Washington RB Alfred Morris also hurt the Eagles with 191 total yards in the two wins. Philly's defense got a major overhaul in personnel, and new head coach Chip Kelly has delivered his up-tempo offense from Oregon that centers around Vick and RB LeSean McCoy.

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From This Week's PLATINUM SHEET
STATFOX FORECASTER

HOUSTON (481) AT SAN DIEGO (482)
Latest Line: Chargers +4; Total: 44.5

The big question for part two of the Monday doubleheader is how much Texans star RB Arian Foster will play versus the Chargers. Foster, who led the NFL with 351 carries, was slowed with calf and back injuries throughout camp. There’s nothing wrong with Houston’s Defensive Player of the Year, DE J.J. Watt, who hopes to wreak havoc in Mike McCoy's first game as San Diego's head coach. McCoy and new offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt will allow QB Philip Rivers to throw downfield, while hoping RB Ryan Mathews can keep defenses honest. The Chargers are 4-0 (SU and ATS) all-time versus the Texans.
FORECASTER: Houston 22, San Diego 21

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SB Professor MLB Picks

962. Baltimore Orioles -130
960. San Francisco Giants -126

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Justin Harrison Sports

NFL

Washington Redskins -3.5

MLB

Baltimore Orioles -135

Colorado Rockies +120

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CHRIS JORDAN

200 Eagles (has them at +4. Says t buy half pt to make +4.5)

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Playersbet
MLB 3* GOW Nats
NFL: 7* Houston -3.5
Skins -4

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root
no limit eagles
millionaire texans

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LT Lock (Not associated with LT Profit)

Eagles +4

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TMC Sports Advisors

MNF

Texans Houston -4

Redskins Washigton -3.5


MLB

Dodgers -160

Pirates +1.5 -130

Braves -160

Kansas City/Cleveland Under 8

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Michael Tang (Totalsforyou)

3* Houston Texans vs San Diego Chargers (7:20pm PST)
Pick: Houston Texans -3 @-150

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Profitbets

REDS F5 -.5 (*3)
REDS ML (*5)


ORIOLES ML (*5)

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Kelso

50 redskins
10 texans

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Bob Balfe MNF

WASHINGTON REDSKINS -4

Everybody is ready to watch Chip Kelly and his new offensive scheme he brings to the NFL. For starters let’s remember this is the NFL. Let’s also not forget the Eagles could not protect the football the past few years. In this up tempo offense there will only be more turnovers. I don’t care about Chip Kelly’s Offense. He is going to do great things in Philly. I care about the defense for the Eagles. They are awful and they are learning the 3-4. We all saw yesterday what Pryor did to the Colts by being mobile. RG3 and Morris are going to gash this team for big plays. The Redskins are a playoff team with just about every starter back from last year playing a team with a new offense, a defense with a bunch of new players and a defense changing formation. It is crazy that a sports gambler knowing this information would take the Eagles. I don’t care if the Eagles end up winning and covering. This is a gift selection information wise. If I could find scenarios like this every week I would hit 80 percent this year. Remember it is all about increasing your chances of winning each pick. Washington won this matchup both times last year and now have another year of experience under their belt as a team together. The Eagles are trying to find their identity. Remember in 2010 when Philly came into Washington with Mike Vick and embarrassed this team on MNF? This town does not forget that and I think Washington is prime position to pay them back on national TV. I don’t care what the score is, just win by 5 or more. Take the Redskins.

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JOE GAVAZZI

Colorado Rockies (Chacin) at San Francisco Giants (Lincecum) (-125) 10:15 ET
3* San Francisco (Lincecum) (-125)

Chacin has had an outstanding year for Colorado going 13-8 with a 3.16 ERA. In 4 recent starts from this mound, Chacin has a 1.44 ERA. Despite that excellence, we cannot back the Rockies on the road in September. Only Miami, in the NL, has fewer road wins than Colorado who is 25-47 away. That includes 11-30 away recently in which they have been outscored 199-115. Let’s try Lincecum, who though inconsistent, has won his last 3 starts.

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Guaranteed Sports Picks

NFL
Philadelphia Eagles @ Washington Redskins
Eagles +3.5 -105

Houston Texans @ San Diego Chargers
Over 44.5 -103

Today's Free Picks: Texans -4.5

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SB Professor NFL 3.0 Picks

479. Philadelphia Eagles +4

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GGGSports
4 Units-Hou Texans -4

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Seabass Report for Monday-both in football:
50 Eagles
100 Houston

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OC Dooley:TONIGHT’S “3 UNIT” REDZONE BASEBALL BEST BET (Giants -125 at home versus Rockies in a 10:15 eastern start------Chacin versus Lincecum): The key to this selection surrounds the starting pitcher for San Francisco who arguably is winding down what has been a sensational seven-year run in the Bay Area. All Tim Lincecum has done for the Giants is help them win a pair of World Series titles along with snaring a pair of National League Cy Young awards. For those who have followed Lincecum in the past two seasons he has been in transition going from a hard thrower depending on a blazing fastball to a “spot” pitcher as his velocity has declined. Due to that drop in velocity it is almost certain that Lincecum will become a free-agent following the conclusion of the 2013 World Series. In his audition for other franchises Lincecum is hitting his stride at the best time as his statistics in the recently completed month of August (3-2, 3.62 ERA) show. As for the Giants offense All-Star catcher Buster Posey (finger) returned to the lineup yesterday and provided a multi-hit effort along with a run scored. San Francisco outfielder Hunter Pence is one long ball away from becoming just the third player in the majors this season to swat at least 20 homers while stealing 20 bases. The price tag for this late night affair has been kept in check since visiting Colorado is sending their hottest starting pitcher to the mound. In the last six assignments the ERA for Jhoulys Chacin (1.91) has been outstanding and that includes 6.2 NO-HIT innings versus tonight’s opponent. But Chacin in his initial September mound assignment struggled and his Rockies teammates are a horrible 1-6 in the past seven “series” played on the “road”. As mentioned earlier tonight is one of the final times that Tim Lincecum will start as a member of the Giants in a HOME game. Admittedly he has struggled in three chances against Colorado this season (8.00 ERA) but AT+T Park has always been a paradise for pitchers. With another quality start Lincecum would hand off the baseball to the San Francisco bullpen which in the past fifteen games (ONE ERA, 32 strikeouts) has been literally untouchable

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vegas-runner | NFL Side
Mon, 09/09/13 - 10:15 PM


double-dime bet
482 SDC 5.5 (-110) (http://www.pregameaction.com/?page_id=5?AflId=52541)bodog (http://sports.bovada.lv/) vs 481 HOU
Analysis: ** NFL MORNING MOVES 2* SET-UP LATE STEAM **


CHARGERS +5.5....(2*)


WAIT..Personally waiting for SD +6, which a couple of "locals" have already moved to !!




Pick Made: Sep 9 2013 3:23PM PST


vegas-runner | NFL Side
Mon, 09/09/13 - 7:05 PM


triple-dime bet
479 PHI 4.0 (-110) (http://www.pregameaction.com/?page_id=5?AflId=52541)bodog (http://sports.bovada.lv/) vs 480 WAS
Analysis: *** NFL MNF 3* TRUE STEAM ***


EAGLES +4....(3*)




Pick Made: Sep 9 2013 3:21PM PST

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Scott Landau Monday MLB:
COL +110 / KC -105 / DET -135

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STAR SPORTS INVESTING

Redskins -4

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Alatex

15* Washington -3.5

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Ray Falco

Skins
Chargers

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Kelso Bases

100 Blowout of Week Angels
50 Atl

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Matt Fargo 10* Enforcer

Philadelphia Eagles

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Kyle Hunter

4* Houston Texans

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Mike Neri

3 Houston

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Dave Price

Atlanta Braves

NFL
Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Redskins
Philadelphia Eagles +3.5

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Gill Alexander

2* Washington Redskins

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JB PA CONNECTION

MLB
3* KC under

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Harry Bondi

3* Eagles

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Larry Ness' NFL Week 1 MNF Showdown (off 6-2 Sunday!)
My 9* NFL Week 1 MNF Showdown is on the Was Redskins at 7:00 ET.


The Eagles and Redskins open their respective 2013 seasons tonight in Washington. While Michael Vick had to win the Philadelphia QB job in the preseason (Eagles have brought in a new head coach in Oregon’s Chip Kelly), Robert Griffin III wasn't given a chance to take the field during the “make believe” games and until very recently, it wasn't clear if he would be Washington’s starter come Week 1. However, that’s all been settled now and the two long-time division rivals meet, tonight.


The Eagles opened 2012 at 3-1 but the team's 0-3-1 ATS record was more indicative of what was to lie ahead for Philly the rest of the way. Philadelphia’s season quickly deteriorated and by year’s end the Eagles would finish 4-12, losing 11 of their final 12 hames (3-9 ATS). The collapse cost Andy Reid his job and now Chip Kelly has been hired and the hope is, his “fast-break offense” will translate from the college game to the NFL.


Eagles fans are hoping Vick can get back to being the kind of player who so often dominated in 2010, leading a run to the playoffs, instead of the turnover-prone and injury-plagued one from the past two years. It is Kelly's job to help make that happen and he chose Vick over Nick Foles during the preseason to run his high-energy offense. Vick had more TOs (15) than total TDs (13) last year and had only one rushing TD for the second straight season after having NINE in 2010. Kelly says he’s been pleased with Vick’s progress in the preseason, although I’m not sure I’m buying it.


Getting back to Washington, the Redskins were just 3-6 heading into the team's bye week (Week 10) but returned to the field to go 7-0 SU and ATS, the rest of the way (won NFC East for the first time since 1999). Washington then jumped out 14-0 lead over Seattle but RG3 was clearly less than 100 percent and the Seahawks eventually won that wild card game, 24-14. Griffin finished as the 2012 NFL offensive rookie of the year, rushing for 815 yards and seven TDs. He threw for 20 TDs, compared to only FIVE interceptions, while passing for 3,200 yards and finishing as the league's third-highest rated passer with a rookie-record 102.4 QB rating.


Dr. James Andrews cleared Griffin awhile back but head coach Mike Shanahan did not officially say he would start Week 1 until last Monday. Shanahan and Griffin butted heads a bit during training camp, with the quarterback wanting to see more practice time and action in games while the coach used a cautious approach. "You're always trying to take a look at what's in the best interest of your football team, obviously the health of your football team as well," Shanahan said. "But if we didn't feel like Robert was full-go, and he was ready to play and do all the things that you ask a guy to do, he would not be playing in this game. "We believe he can do everything that a quarterback is asked to do."


I’m ‘buying in!’ Griffin was helped last year by fellow rookie, RB Alfred Morris, who nearly doubled Philadelphia’s LeSean McCoy's rushing output (1,613 yards to 840), providing a potent 1-2 punch for the Redskins offense. The Redskins beat the Eagles twice during the team's 7-0 SU and ATS finish to last year’s regular season, 31-6 at home and 27-20 at Philly. Griffin threw for six TDs in Washington's two wins over Philadelphia last season, including a perfect passer rating (158.3) in one game.


I’m not convinced (at least I’m taking the early position that "I’ll believe when I see it”) that Kelly's offense will translate to the NFL or that Vick, who has seen his effectiveness diminish due to a combination of injuries and repeated turnovers, is the ‘answer’ at QB. I believe the price is ‘cheap’ on Washington.

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William Cross Sports
NFL
houston-4
4-2 over weekend

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Tom Curtis Top Rated Selection


San Diego Chargers under 45 as low as 44.

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Umpire UNDER Streaker:

Layne 6-1-1 L8 (SF / COL)

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Tri Lambda - GOY

under Houston/SD

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HSW 2 Houston