Redskins vs. Giants Spread - August 31, 2008

This article is for a past game.  Please see our Redskins at Giants odds article for the most recent preview in this match up. The college football season is underway, and football really gets in full swing with the 2008 NFL season getting started this Thursday. The Washington Redskins will try and be the first team to take down the defending Super Bowl Champion New York Giants. To make sure you get the best odds, we strongly suggest keeping up with the latest lines on our live NFL odds. The Giants... 

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Tennessee UCLA Line - August 30, 2008

The late game on Labor Day, Monday, September 1st will kick off at 8 PM EST when the Tennessee Vols head to California to take on the UCLA Bruins.  This is the game that many pundits have been waiting for all weekend long as two big time programs square off in prime time. Opening Lines: Tennessee -7.5 UCLA +7.5 Total is set at: 46 Tennessee comes into this game ranked no. 18 in the nation with 15 starters returning.  Even though the team had high hopes last year and they fell a little short of... 

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Kentucky Louisville Odds - August 30, 2008

It’s rare to have Sunday college football, but on August 31st that’s exactly what we will have when the Kentucky Wildcats head to Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium to take on the Louisville Cardinals.  The kickoff is at 3:30 PM EST and will be televised on ESPN. Odds: Kentucky +3.5 Louisville -3.5 Total is set at 56.5 Even though Kentucky ended their 2007 campaign at 8-5, we feel like that team was a lot better than their record indicated.  This team beat Louisville, Arkansas, Florida... 

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Fresno State Rutgers Odds - August 30, 2008

There are two games on the slate for Labor Day, and the action will get started at 4 PM EST when Fresno State heads to New Brunswick to take on Rutgers on ESPN.  The philosophy for the Bulldogs remains the same every year, find the best teams that are willing to take them on and put them on the schedule.  It has worked well to put the school on the map, as they are either competitive or pull out an upset what seems like once  a year.  Last year this team played some tough competition, and lost... 

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2008 Fantasy Football Sleepers WR - August 29, 2008

If you play fantasy football then you know the value of finding a few sleepers to carry your team to the top.  You have to be careful when watching the NFL preseason because a long run by someone might put that guy on the top of everyone’s radar, but they didn’t quite factor in that he was beating up on the third string of the opposition.  That same guy might not even be starting come opening day. In 2007 that player was Jacoby Jones, a wide receiver for the Houston Texans.  He lit... 

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Las Vegas Strippers - August 29, 2008

Many people go to Las Vegas to gamble in the casinos or throw down cash in the sportsbooks, but if you are young woman living in the city then invariably people will group you in as Las Vegas strippers.  There are over 130 gentlemen’s clubs in the city with more than 10,000 women performing as exotic dancers. The ladies who perform in Vegas are the highest paid in the world and they are also known as slingers, grinders, peelers, or ecdysiasts.  These women make nearly $500 an hour in tips,... 

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USC vs. Virginia Spread - August 28, 2008

A new season is right on our door step and today we get ready to take a look at a BCS Tittle contender in the #3 USC Trojans as they head to the home of the Virginia Cavaliers to get their season underway. To keep up with the latest lines for this game, be sure to keep a close eye on our live NCAA football odds. The Trojans are anticipating another big season after a sixth straight Pac 10 title, and a very impressive win over Illinois in their 3rd consecutive Rose Bowl appearance, and while Virginia... 

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Western Michigan vs. Nebraska Line - August 28, 2008

This weekend the Western Michigan Broncos head to Cornhusker country as they get ready to take on Nebraska, as both teams get the 2008 season underway. The Cornhuskers have won 22 straight times on opening day, and a win this weekend would keep the nations longest streak of doing so alive and going. To make sure you get the best lines available be sure to check our live NCAA Football odds page and right now it looks like Nebraska is a 14-point favorite over Western Michigan. Both teams are coming... 

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Utah vs. Michigan Odds - August 27, 2008

A new era begins at Ann Arbor this weekend as Rich Rodriguez makes his on the field debut as the new Michigan Wolverine head coach, as they host the very talented Utah Utes this Saturday afternoon. With many people picking Michigan to have a down year by their standards and the Utes to have one of their better seasons in school history, it makes for a very interesting matchup. The Utes are coming off another solid season where they were able to put together another winning season, and their 3 consecutive... 

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Illinois vs. Missouri Odds - August 27, 2008

What better way to get the season rolling, than have two top 25 teams squaring off in the first week of the season. It all gets underway as #20 Illinois heads to the #6 ranked Missouri Tigers, for what could end up being the best game of the day. To make sure you get the best available lines on the game this weekend, be sure to stay up to date with the latest odds, with our live NCAA football lines. For now lets take a closer look at the two teams scheduled to do battle this weekend. The Fighting... 

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Alabama vs. Clemson Odds - August 27, 2008

Football is finally here, and what a great way to get the season kicked off, than have two of the best teams in the country do battle on opening weekend. This Saturday night the #9 Clemson Tigers will host the #24 Alabama Crimson Tide. Both teams have some pretty lofty expectations, and a win this weekend could go a long way in the overall success of both these teams seasons. To make sure you stay up to date with the latest odds, be sure to continue to check our live NCAA football lines. The Tigers... 

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Free Sports Picks Trial - August 27, 2008

Our goal here at BetFirms is to make sure that every visitor gets the most out of their sports betting experience.  From the free picks our site offers to the expert handicappers that sell here and the odds comparison feed that we put together to ensure you get the best lines, we try to cover all of the bases.  One thing that we figured would help put it all together was to offer a free sports picks trial for anyone who is interested in trying out one of our expert handicappers.  While doing so... 

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2008 Pepsi 500 Picks - August 27, 2008

Get ready NASCAR fans the “Race for the Chase” is nearing the end, as only 2 races stand between the top 12 drivers and the 2008 Sprint Cup playoffs. While there is a battle up top between Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards there is a nice little battle going on for the 12th and final spot between Clint Bowyer and David Ragan. Bowyer holds a slim 12 point margin over Bowyer, and you still can’t officially count out Kasey Kahne who sits in 14th 56 points behind. This week drivers head back... 

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Dancing With the Stars Odds 2008 - August 27, 2008

One of the hottest shows in recent years has been Dancing With The Stars. This show has become an absolute phenomenon with fans tuning in record numbers to watch former athletes, current athletes, singers, actors and more who are looking for a re-boost in their career. The show offers quite a few familiar faces and puts them in an uncomfortable situation of having to learn a new skill in front of the world. Speculation is mounting on just who will win this year’s competition, and the odds... 

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2008 Deutsche Bank Championship - August 25, 2008

With only 3 more tournaments left to determine who is the winner of the PGA Tours 2nd annual playoff system, Vijay Singh took the early lead after beating Sergio Garcia in a playoff at the Barclays. This week the playoffs head to Boston, for the 2008 Deutsche Bank Championship. Last year Phil Mickelson was able to hold off Tiger Woods for the win this weekend, and if Mickelson wants to win this playoff race, a win could really go a long way in that happening. With so many players still in contention... 

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AFC Win Totals Under - August 24, 2008

Get ready NFL fans, as we near the beginning of another exciting season, and to help you get off on the right foot Jason Lowry is going to bring you his 2008 AFC win totals UNDER predictions. Each season sportsbooks put out a total number of wins they think each team will reach in the upcoming season, and that gives you the option of either picking over or under that total to cash in on. Today we are going to put our focus on the 5 teams we think are going to stink it up this season, and go UNDER... 

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AFC Win Totals Over - August 24, 2008

With another NFL season just a couple weeks away, Jason Lowry is going to bring you his best 2008 AFC win totals OVER predictions. Each year many sportsbooks put out a given number for how many wins they think a team will achieve in a given season, and the bettor has the option of going over or under that given total to win the bet. So to help you get off on the right track before the season even gets under way check out our top 5 teams we think will go OVER their given total this season in the AFC. 1.... 

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NFL Betting Tips - August 23, 2008

If you are looking to improve your winning percentage with your NFL picks you’ll need a good solid base of knowledge to get you started.  We’ve asked all of our expert NFL handicappers and come up with what we think is a pretty good list of NFL betting tips for successful NFL wagering.  This isn’t meant to be a complete list, but it will certainly give you some ideas of what to look for when looking for winners. Choosing a Sportsbook - Before you even get started making your picks... 

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2008 NFL Sleeper Teams - August 22, 2008

The great thing about a new season, is everyone starts out the same, and everyone has the same chances of winning it all. While some teams definitely have more talent than others, there are always teams that come out of no where to surprise everyone. With the start of a new NFL season just a couple weeks away, Jason Lowry is going to bring you his 2008 NFL Sleeper teams. Last year who would of thought that the Giants would end up the eventual Super Bowl Champions, or the Cleveland Browns coming out... 

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2008 MVP Predictions - August 22, 2008

Finally, the wait is nearly over as football season is right around the corner, and to get going on the upcoming NFL season, Jason Lowry is going to bring you his 2008 NFL MVP Predictions. The award is usually given to the best player on one of the best teams, and last year was no exception, as Patriots quarterback Tom Brady took home the hardware. The award has been dominated by running backs and wide receivers, as the only other positions to win the award was wide receiver (Jerry Rice) and linebacker... 

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2008 Offensive Rookie of the Year - August 22, 2008

With another NFL season just around the corner, Jason Lowry is going to bring you his 2008 offensive rookie of the year predictions. Last year Adrian Peterson of the Vikings took home the trophy hands down, after bursting on the scene running all over teams, including setting the NFL single game rushing record last season. When you talk about players winning the offensive rookie of the year, you mainly look at running backs, as they have the easiest transition from college to the NFL, and they get... 

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2008 Defensive Rookie of the Year - August 22, 2008

To get ya going on the upcoming NFL season, Jason Lowry is going to bring you his 2008 defensive rookie of the year predictions. Last year San Francisco 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis took home the award, after leading the entire NFL in tackles with 174. It should be no surprise that a linebacker took home the trophy, as they have done so almost have of the time, and have a string of 5 straight going, that dates back to Terrell Suggs back in 2003. This year there were plenty of defensive players... 

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Odds on Video Blackjack - August 22, 2008

One major concern when people go to the casino or when they play online is that the odds are going to be different than if they are playing table blackjack with real cards in front of them.  However, you shouldn’t have anything to worry about. If you are in Las Vegas, then it’s Nevada law, as well as most of the United States, that video representations of cards need to follow the exact odds that a real game with a human dealer would have.  The cards also need to come out in a completely... 

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Craps Sucker Bets - August 22, 2008

In the casino one defines bet quality by how much of a house edge is present.  This means that over the long haul the casino’s percentage earned on every dollar wagered.  If the edge is high, then more of your money is likely to end up in the hands of the casino and out of your wallet.  If the edge is low, then you’ll have a greater chance of coming out ahead or at least not losing as much.

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Free NFL Picks Handicappers - August 21, 2008

How would you like this fall to be the best you have ever had in terms of football wagering?  Well we are trying to make it as simple as possible for you by offering you a FREE NFL season package from any of our handicappers on this site.  All you have to do is sign up for one of our sponsor sportsbooks below, which is fast and easy.  Plus it will enable you to have the best lines and odds this season while allowing you to bet from the comfort of your own home, it simply doesn’t get any... 

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