John Reger

John Reger

Sports Betting  |  LAS VEGAS

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Journeyman journalist John Reger is in the Vegas sportsbooks chasing down the latest shift in the world of sports betting and all things odds-related. He previously worked as a sports writer for the Orange County Register in California and is the author of Wit and Wisdom of Golf (2001) and Quotable Wooden (2012), among other books.

Teddy Bridgewater has taken over for injured quarterback Drew Brees, and has one win and one loss. (Image: Getty)  


Bettors Need Caution with Dallas, Kansas City Trap Games

At first glance on the betting sheet, the Dallas-New Orleans contest has all the appearances of a trap game. The Cowboys, who are 3-0, are facing a Saints team without starting quarterback Drew Brees. Surely, the line should be more than 2.5 points. Not so fast, though. Brees’ replacement, Teddy […]

Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen will try and get the Bills their first victory against New England in three years. (Image: Getty)

Look for Under as Points a Premium in Buffalo, New England Match Up

The Buffalo Bills haven’t had much success against the New England Patriots. Not only in victories, but also in scoring points. Because of that, I am taking the under in the Buffalo-New England game for this week’s One Bet, $100 selection. The over/under is at 42, though BetMGM in New […]

Clint Bowyer is in danger of being eliminated from the playoffs, and must have a strong showing at the Roval 400. (Image: Getty)

Cup Series Makes First Playoff Cut at Roval 400

It is cut-down weekend for the Monster Energy Cup Series when the drivers race in Sunday’s Roval 400. If the race is anything like last year, it should be a thrilling afternoon. For those drivers on the bubble, the Roval 400 will create even more anxiety. Four of the 16 […]

New England quarterback Tom Brady will try and lead the Patriots over the Buffalo Bills Sunday. (Image: USA Today Sports)

Rams, Patriots Big Favorites to Stay Undefeated

The Los Angeles Rams and New England Patriots are the favorites to remain in the ranks of the undefeated this week. Both teams are highly favored to defeat their opponents. There are seven undefeated teams going into Week 4. Green Bay faces Philadelphia in the Thursday night game, while San […]

Rickie Stenhouse Jr. is being replaced as a driver for Rousch Fenway Racing. (Image: Getty)

Rickie Stenhouse Jr. Third Cup Driver Dropped From Racing Team

Rickie Stenhouse Jr. got a surprise this week when his employer, Rousch Fenway Racing, dropped him from their lineup. Stenhouse is the third driver to lose his ride this season. Matt DiBenedetto was the first to hear he would be without a car. Leavine Family Racing told the 29-year-old they […]

Dabo Swinney knows that North Carolina is a conference game he can’t take for granted. (Image: Sideline Carolina)

Opening Conference Games Will Test Top-Ranked College Teams

College football conference games begin for several of the ranked teams this weekend, though only a few will be tested. Several of the teams in the AP Top 25 College Football Poll are facing opponents that might be in their conference, but don’t pose much of a threat. Clemson, the […]

Carson Strong is one of three quarterbacks that Nevada can use against Hawaii this Saturday. (Image: University of Nevada)

Hawaii Offense Could Run Cold in Chilly Nevada

Can Hawaii handle both a potent Nevada offense, and expected cold weather? I don’t believe so. So, for this week’s One bet, $100, I’ll be putting my money on the Wolf Pack, and giving away two points to the Rainbow Warriors. This bet is the shakiest one I’ve made, and […]

Sebastian Munoz became the second straight first-time winner when he won last Sunday’s Sanderson Farms Championship. (Image: Getty)

 Munoz Becomes Second Straight PGA Tour First-Time Winner

After 72 holes at last week’s Sanderson Farms Championship, it was certain there would be another PGA Tour first-time winner. We just needed an extra hole to figure out who it was going to be. After Sunday’s final 18 holes Sebastian Munoz of Columbia was tied with South Korea’s Sungjae […]

Houston quarterback D’Eriq King is taking a redshirt despite being the Cougars’ starting signal caller. (Image: AP)

Houston QB King Passing on Season, Taking a Redshirt Despite Starting

Houston quarterback D’Eriq King announced Monday that he will be taking a redshirt this season, and plans to return to the school for the 2020 season. It was an unusual step being that King is the team’s starting signal caller. But the Cougars are 1-3 under first-year coach Dana Holgorsen, […]

Philadelphia quarterback Carson Wentz has had a tough time leading the Eagles to a winning record early in the season. (Image: USA Today Sports)

Philadelphia, Green Bay Meet, Headed in Opposite Directions

The Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers are certainly going different directions early this season. The two teams meet Thursday at Lambeau Field. Philadelphia will be trying to get its second victory in four games, while Green Bay is seeking its fourth consecutive victory. The Eagles won its opener, 32-27, […]

Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh came under fire for what some thought was questionable play calling in the team’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. (Image: AP)

Freddie Kitchens, John Harbaugh Play Calling Under Fire After Losses

Two NFL Coaches, Freddie Kitchens and John Harbaugh, were criticized for their play calling after both their teams lost on Sunday. Kitchens and the Cleveland Browns lost to the Los Angeles Rams, 20-13, while Harbaugh and the Baltimore Ravens were defeated by the Kansas City Chiefs, 33-28. There were two […]

Wisconsin players celebrate after trouncing Michigan, 35-14 last Saturday at Camp-Randall Stadium. (Image: USA Today Sports)

Wisconsin, Cal, Jump in AP Top 25 College Football Poll

Wisconsin and Cal each jumped up the AP Top 25 College Football Poll after signature victories on Saturday. Wisconsin pummeled No. 11 Michigan, 35-14, while Cal defeated the SEC’s Ole Miss, 28-20. Clemson remained No. 1, and the next five spots were unchanged, with Alabama, Georgia, LSU, Ohio State, and […]

Pittsburgh players celebrate after their trick play late in the fourth quarter dropped Central Florida from the ranks of the undefeated against the spread. (Image: AP)

Central Florida Falls from Ranks of Undefeated Against the Spread

Central Florida was the darling of bettors, undefeated against the spread in three games. That is until Saturday, when they were beaten outright by Pittsburgh, 35-34. The loss snapped the team’s 27-game regular season win streak, and destroyed any remote chance of the team playing for the national championship. The […]

Quarterback Jared Goff gave backers of the Los Angeles Rams line reasons to smile, leading his team to a 20-13 victory. (Image: AP)

Sportsbooks Make Rare Mistake on Los Angeles Rams Line

It doesn’t happen very often, but sportsbooks got it wrong when setting the line between the Los Angeles Rams and the Cleveland Browns. As a result, they paid for their mistake. Odds for the game opened at 3 points in the Rams’ favor, and sharps and the public jumped on […]

Andy Dalton and the Cincinnati Bengals will try and be one of the NFL winless teams that gets a victory this Sunday. (Image: AP)

NFL Winless Teams Have Hurdles to Become Victorious

There are 11 winless teams going into Week 3 of the NFL season. Some are surprises, such as Carolina and Pittsburgh, while others, like Miami and Denver, are as futile as predicted. Before the season began, Fan Duel put the odds on a team going winless at +1600 yes, and […]

Green Bay running back Aaron Jones should have a big game against the Denver Broncos, who have had trouble stopping the run. (Image: Getty)

One Bet, $100: Denver Broncos will Run Into Powerful Packer Punch

One Bet, $100 is putting our money on Green Bay to cover 7.5 points against the Denver Broncos. There are several reasons why I believe the Packers will get their third consecutive victory. It has been a rough two weeks for my NFL prognostication. I got crushed by the Detroit […]

Anaheim goalie John Gibson was one of the Ducks strongest players, and should help keep them out of the cellar this year. (Image: AP)

Look for Underdogs with NHL Season Prop Bets

The NHL season is less than two weeks away, and the preseason has been underway for a week. While the odds on which team will win the Stanley Cup have been out for months, lines are now starting to pop up for both team and individual wagers. The Tampa Bay […]