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IN THIS ISSUE
THURSDAY NIGHT LIGHTS: The unlikeliest of QB battles
IF I HAD $100 FREE BETS: How to wager on the World Cup Final
KEY STATS: The NFC West comes down to Brock Purdy versus Geno Smith … just as everyone expected. Purdy showed his relevance by beating Tom Brady for San Fran’s sixth straight victory. Smith is the -800 favorite for Comeback Player of the Year, but the Seahawks have lost three of their last four.
TRENDING: SF has covered four straight; Seattle has failed to cover four in a row. Seattle has been lights out at Lumen Field in the series (8-2-1 ATS last 11).
INSIGHT: The public is loving on Purdy, his plethora of targets and the Niners’ championship-caliber defense. The sharps love a home ‘dog, especially one with a raucous fan base.
EXPERT PICKS
NBC lead betting analyst Jay Croucher and PointsBet capper Daniel Parisi offer their best TNF plays and a wildcard selection.
THE BRAIN
Christian McCaffrey Over 17.5 Rushing Attempts (-110)
"With Purdy hurt and Deebo Samuel out, this is the CMC show against an atrocious Seattle rush defense."
Kyle Shanahan NFL Coach of the Year (+2500)
"The 49ers are live to run the slate and finish 13-4 with three different QBs, including Mr. Irrelevant."
THE NEWBIE
Seahawks over 49ers ML (+150)
"I'm not convinced that the 49ers have been tested with Purdy under center. Now he's under the bright lights in a divisional rivalry game."
CJ McCollum Over 19.5 Points (-110) in Pelicans-Jazz
"With Brandon Ingram and Jose Alvarado sidelined, CJ's FGA should increase to 17-20. At 40% shooting, that's a regulation cover."
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Can Messi do it again? He is +425 to score the game's first goal -- and +475 to score its last.(AP Photo)
From noted capper Jon Eimer (@BucketJonBets on Twitter) on Argentina vs. France (10 a.m. ET Sunday):
⚽ [$50] Messi Anytime Goal Scorer +190: “This continues to be Messi’s time to shine. He has scored five goals and always seems to find the penalty spot. And this is sure to be a chippy and physical game.”
⚽ [$35] Julian Alvarez over 1.5 Shots on Target +500: “When you have the greatest player in history on your team, it’s likely your opponents will try to shut him down. With so much pressure on Messi, this star striker will find chances.”
⚽ [$25] Argentina to Lift The Cup -110: “I am head over heels for this ‘Last Dance’ narrative, and given how incredible Argentina looked against Croatia, I see them bringing this baby home for his first time.”
Fresno State QB Jake Haener has NFL potential. (AP Photo)
Your cranky uncle might say there are too many bowl games, but we love the matchups and most of the kooky names, including Saturday’s Wasabi Fenway Bowl in Boston. That one features a spicy duel between coach Scott Satterfield’s old (Louisville) and new (Cincinnati) schools. Here are recommended plays for other weekend games:
[$30] Troy-UTSA Over 55.5 (3 p.m. ET Friday): Both teams scored at least 34 points in their last three games, including conference title victories.
[$25] Oregon State -10 vs. Florida (2:30 p.m. ET Sat): Gators QB Anthony Richardson opted out, leaving the task to Ohio State transfer Jack Miller.
[$30] Fresno State -3.5 vs. Washington State (3:30 p.m. ET Sat): The Bulldogs are 6-0 since QB Jake Haener returned from a high-ankle sprain.
[$15] Boise State-North Texas Over 59.5 (9:15 p.m. ET Sat): The Mean Green score 33.9 ppg but yield 31.5 ppg. So simple math tells you …
