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Arvell Reese is no longer the betting favorite for the New York Jets at No. 2, as Texas Tech edge rusher David Bailey has surged to the top spot according to sportsbooks, though most mock drafts still favor Reese. The debate highlights two very different profiles as the Jets weigh a potential cornerstone for a defense that struggled to pressure quarterbacks in 2025, with only two weeks remaining until the pick.
Duke is a 6.5-point favorite over St. John’s in the Sweet 16, a grind-it-out game at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. on March 27, 2026. The analysis leans toward a low-scoring contest, with the standout bet being St. John’s team total Under 67.5 (-125). Multiple SGPs and under-game total bets are also highlighted, as Duke’s interior defense and slower pace could neutralize St. John’s pressure and pace. Odds can shift before tip-off, but Duke appears to have the edge in this matchup.
North Carolina fired Hubert Davis and launched a high-stakes coaching search, with betting favorites including Billy Donovan, T.J. Otzelberger, and Nate Oats, among others. The report notes UNC is likely to look outside the basketball family, Brad Stevens is out of the running, and the buyout to part ways with Davis exceeds $5 million.
Betting odds shape a speculative 2026 NFL Draft, centering Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza as the odds-on No. 1 pick and Notre Dame RB Jeremiyah Love as a top running-back target; the mock outlines first-round allocations, potential trades, and how teams might value key prospects.
St. John's (29-6), fresh off a Big East title and a seven-game win streak, faces Kansas (24-10) in the NCAA Tournament East second round as a 3.5-point favorite with an over/under of 144.5. The SportsLine Projection Model simulates 10,000 outcomes and currently projects the game to go Under and to favor one spread side in about 60% of simulations.
In the NCAA Tournament's second round, Purdue is favored over Miami in a high-scoring matchup. The predicted total is around 147.5, with Purdue -7.5 and Miami +7.5 on the spread. The piece recommends the Over 147.5 as the best bet and features a Miami-Purdue same-game parlay including Fletcher Loyer Over 2.5 three-pointers and Purdue moneyline, along with player props (Loyer points, Braden Smith assists, Oscar Cluff rebounds) depending on your risk tolerance.
Analyst predicts a defensive, low-scoring NCAA tournament clash between Tennessee and Virginia in Philadelphia, with Virginia’s stout defense limiting Tennessee’s offense. The game is viewed as a coin-toss in spread terms, but the clearest play is the under on the total (under 137.5, with a nod toward potentially lower due to pace). The article also notes a Tennessee -1 spread, a Virginia-moneyline angle, and a Big Dance same-game parlay featuring scoring and rebound props for key guards and players.
Kansas is predicted to edge St. John’s in the Round of 32 at Viejas Arena in San Diego (March 22, 2026, 5:15 p.m. ET on CBS). The article’s best bet is Kansas moneyline (+140), and a same-game parlay centers on Darryn Peterson’s scoring, assists, and rebounds. It notes Kansas’ strengths (better 3-point shooting and free-throw percentage) and key matchups with St. John’s size and athleticism.
A preview of the NCAA Tournament second-round clash between Illinois and VCU: Illinois is listed around a 10.5-point favorite with a high over/under, and expert picks lean toward Illinois covering. The piece also includes public versus money betting splits, injury notes for both teams (VCU's G NyK Lewis and others; Illinois' Ty Rodgers), and analysis on how Illinois has fared against non-conference opponents this season. Additional betting projections, DFS bits, and player-prop notes accompany the matchup details for Sunday’s game.
Michigan is favored to beat Saint Louis in a fast-paced Round of 32 game at Buffalo, with Michigan -12.5 spread and -850 moneyline vs Saint Louis +12.5 and +575. The over/under is 161.5, identified as the best bet. A suggested same-game parlay includes Cadeau Over 6.5 assists, Mara Over 14.5 points, and McCottry Over 10.5 points. Tip-off is 12:10 p.m. ET on CBS.
Liberty travels to Reno for an NIT Round 2 matchup versus Nevada, with Nevada about a 7.5-point favorite and a total near 146–147. Expert Micah Roberts projects a high-scoring game and recommends the Over, aided by Liberty’s efficient offense (51.3% FG, 39.7% 3PT) and 78 PPG.
Preview of the NCAA Tournament second-round matchup in Portland between Texas and Gonzaga. The game features betting lines (Texas vs. Gonzaga spread and moneyline, over/under at 147.5) and expert analysis. Micah Roberts expects Gonzaga to clamp Texas and pace the game to stay under; he projected a total around 136, making the under the automatic play despite the 147.5 line. Public vs. money splits show some over interest, but the pace and defense tilt toward a lower-scoring contest. Injuries are listed for both teams.
Texas, an 11-seed after a First Four win and upset of BYU, is a live underdog against No. 3 Gonzaga in the NCAA Tournament Round of 32. The analysis backs Texas as a competitive threat due to experience and a potent offense, with a primary bet on Texas +6.5 (-110) and a suggested SGP including Matas Vokietaitis over 14.5 points and Texas team total over 70.5, plus other prop and moneyline plays in a bigger wager.
No. 4 Kansas is a 14-point favorite over No. 13 California Baptist in the NCAA Tournament first round in San Diego. While KU is tipped to win (moneyline -1200), Cal Baptist’s defense and hustle could keep this close, with a +625 upset flyer noted. The best bet listed is Kansas team total under 36.5 for the first half. A same-game parlay includes Cal Baptist +14, Kansas 1H team total under 36.5, and Darryn Peterson under 2.5 made threes, with another suggested SGP pairing Cal Baptist moneyline, Under 138, and Dominque Daniels Jr. over 22.5 points.
Florida is favored to handle Prairie View A&M in the first round, leveraging a faster tempo and proven scorers. The top bet given is Florida team total Over 95.5 points, supported by the Gators' scoring depth and a pace edge; expect prop focus on Alex Condon (points/rebounds/assists) and a potential blowout reflected in the spread.