THE HOT CORNER

December 1, 2010 - 12:00 am

MAL VAN VALKENBURG, Review-Journal, 52-40-3 (overall record)

Today's best bet: Houston Texans-PHILADELPHIA EAGLES (over 51) (Thursday)

This is a big number, but we are looking at the perfect storm of the Eagles bouncing back after a loss, Michael Vick going against a suspect Texans defense, the Eagles playing well in prime time and the fact the Texans have the ability to score themselves. Both teams should flirt with getting to 30 points, making this number very reachable.

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning (6) throws the ball against the Minnesota Vikings ...

Sharp bettors wager on ‘Monday Night Football’ doubleheader

By Todd Dewey / RJ

September 29, 2025 - 6:00 am

The Dolphins are 2½-point home favorites over the Jets, and the Broncos are 7½-point home favorites over the Bengals in a “Monday Night Football” doubleheader.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) celebrates a first down carry in the second half of a ...

Bills, Eagles NFL’s remaining unbeaten teams after making bettors sweat

By Todd Dewey / RJ

September 28, 2025 - 7:20 pm

The Eagles dealt the Buccaneers their first loss after almost blowing a 24-3 lead, while the Bills held off the Saints in a game that was closer than expected.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) looks to pass the ball during the second half of ...

NFL Week 4 betting breakdown: Predictions for every game

By Todd Dewey / RJ

September 27, 2025 - 2:14 pm

Professional handicapper Joe D’Amico (@JoeDAmicoWins) analyzes every NFL Week 4 Sunday and Monday game and makes predictions for each matchup.

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) runs a route against Cincinnati Bengals c ...

Las Vegas Review-Journal NFL Challenge picks — Week 4

By Todd Dewey / RJ

September 27, 2025 - 1:58 pm

Red Rock Resort sportsbook director Chuck Esposito went 4-1 against the spread for the second straight week and leads the contest with a 9-6 record.

Raiders running back Ashton Jeanty (2) runs against Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jaly ...

Sharp money moves total on Raiders-Bears Week 4 matchup

By Todd Dewey / RJ

September 27, 2025 - 7:12 am

The Raiders are consensus 1-point favorites over the Bears, and the consensus total is 47½ for Sunday’s matchup at Allegiant Stadium.

Kansas State quarterback Avery Johnson (2) in the second half of an NCAA college football game ...

Las Vegas Review-Journal College Challenge picks: Week 5

By David Schoen / RJ

September 26, 2025 - 1:52 pm

Nine handicappers and the RJ’s David Schoen will offer five picks on college football games this season — sides or totals. Here are their selections for Week 5.

Raiders head coach Pete Carroll reacts during a conversation with back judge Jimmy Russell (82) ...

NFL betting trends — Week 4: Edge for Raiders-Bears

By Bruce Marshall Special to the / RJ

September 26, 2025 - 7:00 am

CBS Sportsline handicapper Bruce Marshall provides NFL notes and trends for Week 4 games for the Las Vegas Review-Journal.

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) looks downfield during an NFL football game against ...

8 weekend best bets: Pro sports bettor looks for 5th straight winner

By Todd Dewey / RJ

September 25, 2025 - 4:22 pm

The Texans and Dolphins have gotten off to disappointing starts this season, but that hasn’t stopped two professional sports bettors from backing them in Week 4.

Caesars bettor wagers $120K on Seahawks-Cardinals game on ‘TNF’

By Todd Dewey / RJ

September 25, 2025 - 1:17 pm

The Seattle Seahawks are consensus 1½-point favorites over the Arizona Cardinals, and the consensus total is 43½ for the NFC West matchup on “Thursday Night Football.”

Penn State quarterback Drew Allar (15) talks with head coach James Franklin during warms up for ...

College football betting trends — Week 5: Edge for Oregon-Penn State

By Bruce Marshall Special to the / RJ

September 25, 2025 - 10:24 am

CBS Sportsline handicapper Bruce Marshall provides college football notes and trends for Week 5 games for the Las Vegas Review-Journal.