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Super Bowl Predictions 2013: Picks, Props And Key Stats For The Big Game
We've posted a a wide range of Super Bowl predictions and analysis, including our algorithmic Super Bowl betting picks, game winner odds, analysis of Super Bowl squares games and Super Bowl props, and in-depth statistical information and comparisons of the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers. Read more

Free Super Bowl Prop Analysis: Which Team Will Score First?
As we post Super Bowl prop bet analysis in our premium NFL forum, we wanted to share an example of one of our prop bet breakdowns with all of our readers. While some props can get pretty absurd, this one is straightforward: Which team, 49ers or Ravens, will score the first points of the game? Read more

NFL Playoff Time! A Menu Of Our Playoff Predictions & Coverage
We've posted a wide range of contest advice and predictions for the 2013 NFL playoffs, including our algorithmic betting picks, game winner and round-by-round team survival odds, analysis of NFL playoff survivor and pick'em contests, and even breakdowns of some of the more interesting props and futures bets. Here's the rundown of what's on the site. Read more

QB Performance Plots for Week 17: Manning Finishes In Style
While Peyton Manning and Phillip Rivers both put up solid Week 17 passer ratings, Rivers's outing wasn't as impressive or significant as Manning's. Meanwhile, Tony Romo threw away the Cowboys' playoff chances with his three interception performance on Sunday night. Read more

Week 17 NFL Survivor Strategy: Use It Or Lose It
We're now entering the final week of the season. The decision-making process becomes much simpler this week, as there is no future value to consider. If you've got a big favorite available, it's now or never. We've already used all the very safest teams, but we do have a couple of touchdown favorites left to choose from. Read more

Week 17 NFL Pick'em Strategy: One Last Shot At Glory?
This week marks the end of the NFL's regular season. If you've stuck with our Conservative game winner picks there's a good chance you're at least within striking distance of a payout at this point. Whether you're protecting a lead or needing to go for broke, Week 17 presents a few opportunities for a strong finish. Read more

Week 16 NFL Survivor Friday Update: Much Ado About Nothing
It's December 21st, and the world hasn't ended, which means you still need to make a Survivor pick. If you're taking one of the double digit favorites, the several win odds shifts since Wednesday probably won't make a difference. On the other hand, if you're dipping into the Tier 2 pot, you'll probably want to pay close attention. Read more

QB Performance Plots for Week 15: Sanchez Finally Loses It
Matt Ryan and Drew Brees turned it outstanding performances in Week 15, while Tom Brady's comeback attempt led to a peculiarly one-dimensional graph. On the other end of the spectrum, Mark Sanchez finally accumulated enough futility to lose his starting QB job. Read more

Week 16 NFL Pick'em Strategy: Ride the Cowboys
Last week was a rough one for fading the public. Thankfully, both of our Conservative pick sets would still have you at or near the top of most pools. There are a couple good chances to rise in the standings again this week, led primarily by Tony Romo and the Dallas Cowboys. Read more

Week 16 NFL Survivor Strategy: Back In The Saddle
Our Week 15 pick, the New Orleans Saints, laid a 41-0 whipping on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. That ends our two-week losing streak and gets us back on the right track for the close of the regular season. If you've been following the blog all season, you may already realize who this week's choice is. But let's review the data before we make it official. Read more