Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 18, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Wednesday September 18, 2019.

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Proposition DD Sports Betting Question Will Appear on Colorado Ballot in November

Proposition DD Sports Betting Question Will Appear on Colorado Ballot in November

If sports betting is approved, it will mark first major gambling expansion in Colorado since 2008

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Two 20 Point Favorites in One Week Has Only Happened Once in NFL History

Two 20 Point Favorites in One Week Has Only Happened Once in NFL History

It's an ugly season thus far for some teams as is well illustrated by the two 20+-point favorites showing up on the board in Week 3.  Indeed, this has only occurred once in NFL history.

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Wife of 5Dimes Founder Requests DNA Test on Remains Said to be His

Wife of 5Dimes Founder Requests DNA Test on Remains Said to be His

Costa Rican authorities claim remains found buried in a cemetery in the small fishing town of Quepos last week are those of 5Dimes founder Sean "Tony" Creighton, however, his wife has requested DNA tests be conducted to prove this to be the case following previous eronious reports.

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Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 17, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Tuesday September 17, 2019.

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Draftkings Sportsbook News

Here you will find all the most recent news pertaining to Draftkings Sportsbook.  The company initially began as an operator of daily fantasy sports and still is successful in that space.  Draftkings and Fanduel together own better than 70% of the sports betting market share in New Jersey.

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US State Department Confirms Body of 5Dimes Owner Sean Creighton Found

Monday evening, ESPN.com sports betting reporter David Payne Purdum received official notice from the US State Department that the remains of Sean "Tony" Creighton of San Pedro, Costa Rica-based 5Dimes have been discovered.

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UEFA Champions League Betting News

UEFA Champions League Betting News

Every European soccer team dreams about winning the UEFA Champions League. It’s one of the most prestigious trophies in the game. Some of the best players in the world have lifted the cup including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, and Mo Salah.

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NFL Betting – Cleveland Browns at New York Jets

NFL Betting – Cleveland Browns at New York Jets

The preseason hype surrounding both teams was tempered after each suffered a disappointing home loss in the season opener. Things get a little more dicey for the New York Jets with starting quarterback Sam Darnold out for the next few games.

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More Than $8.5 million Wagered on Sports in Iowa First Month of Business

More Than $8.5 million Wagered on Sports in Iowa First Month of Business

More than $8.5 million was wagered at 13 participating casinos in Iowa’s first month of sports betting.

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Hot Sports Betting Tips and Information - September 16

Here are today's hot sports betting tips and information headlines - Monday September 16, 2019.

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Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 16, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Monday September 16, 2019.

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NFL Football Betting: Starting Quarterback Injury Updates

We’ve been talking about New York Jets’ quarterback Sam Darnold for the past few days along with the broader concept of handicapping illnesses and injuries.  Today we’ve got the opportunity to put some of the handicapping theories we discussed into practice.  At the same time, we’ll update the most recent information for several sidelined starting quarterbacks.

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2019 Week 3 NFL Betting Lines: Cowboys Open at -20

2019 Week 3 NFL Betting Lines: Cowboys Open at -20

While the Seahawks managed to beat public favorite Pittsburgh, the books mostly got bloodied by the Cowboys, Rams, Chiefs and Patriots in Week 2.  They were anxious to release lines on the Week 3 NFL games.

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Bitcoin Worldwide Acceptance Monitor

Bitcoin Worldwide Acceptance Monitor

Here you will find all the latest news pertaining to Bitcoin's worldwide acceptance.  Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies now account for upwards of 70% of all funding at many online gambling sites operating in restrictive (or highly regulated) markets. 

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Free Pick on the Cowboys-Redskins Game

Free Pick on the Cowboys-Redskins Game

Gambling911.com will be backing the Washington Redskins +6 hosting the Cowboys early Sunday afternoon.

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Gambling and Sports Betting News Wire - September 15, 2019

Here are today's headlines in the world of gambling and sports betting as they happen - Sunday September 15, 2019.

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NFL Football Betting: Handicapping Illnesses in Sports

NFL Football Betting: Handicapping Illnesses in Sports

In the previous two articles we’ve looked in depth at the illness suffered by New York Jets’ quarterback Sam Darnold and the short and longterm implication it could have on the team this season. 

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Bet Who Will Score the First Touchdown: Vikings vs. Packers

Bet Who Will Score the First Touchdown: Vikings vs. Packers

Gambling911 has your first to score a touchdown in the Vikings vs. Packers game Sunday.

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49ers-Bengals Spread, Betting Preview - Week 2

The 49ers-Bengals game is a PICK'EM.

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Hot Betting Trends: Cowboys vs. Redskins Week 2

Hot Betting Trends: Cowboys vs. Redskins Week 2

The Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Redskins featured a line of -5 Cowboys on the road.  46.5 is the total.

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Hot Betting Trends: Vikings vs. Packers Week 2

Hot Betting Trends: Vikings vs. Packers Week 2

The Packers are a -2.5 favorite at home versus the Vikings Sunday. 

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Seahawks vs. Steelers Spread, Betting Preview - Week 2

Seahawks vs. Steelers Spread, Betting Preview - Week 2

The Steelers come into Sunday's game hosting the Seahawks as a -3.5 favorite.  The line has moved for brief periods to -4.  Spread action was balanced.

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Hot Betting Trends: Colts vs. Titans Week 2

Hot Betting Trends: Colts vs. Titans Week 2

The Titans opened at -3 and have moved to -3.5 versus the Indianapolis Colts. 

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Oklahoma vs. UCLA Spread, Betting Preview

The Oklahoma vs. UCLA spread had the Sooners at -22.5. Oklahoma has won 32 consecutive non-conference games against unranked opponents, although the last such setback was in 2005 versus UCLA.

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Florida vs. Kentucky Spread, Betting Preview

The Florida Gators vs. Kentycky Wildcats spread had the Gators at -9.

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Cowboy Cerrone vs Justin Gaethje Fight Odds, Winner, Method of Victory, More

Cowboy Cerrone vs Justin Gaethje Fight Odds, Winner, Method of Victory, More

Donald Cerrone was coming in at +152,  Justin Gaethje -171 for UFC ESPN+ 16 Saturday evening.

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ASU vs. MSU Spread, Betting Preview

ASU vs. MSU Spread, Betting Preview

The Arizona State vs. Michigan State spread had the Spartans as a -15.5 to -16.5 favorite depending on the book. Arizona State has scored more than seven points in 136 consecutive games, which is the longest active streak in FBS.

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USC vs. BYU Spread, Betting Preview

USC vs. BYU Spread, Betting Preview

The USC vs. BYU spread was coming in at Trojans -4.5.  The number has mostly stayed stationary despite better than 80% of the spread action being on the Trojans.

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Stanford vs. UCF Spread, Betting Preview

Stanford vs. UCF Spread, Betting Preview

The Stanford vs. UCF spread was coming in at Knights -9.5.  As a favorite, UCF is 17-6 Against The Spread.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on,

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