John Reger

John Reger

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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.

The Utah Utes have qualified for the Pac 12 Conference Championship, but aren’t resting their players against BYU on Saturday. (Image: Steve Griffin, Deseret News)

Saturday College Football Rivalry Games Test Nerves of Bettors

It’s the week for rivalry games in college football and several traditional contests will take place on Saturday. Michigan at Ohio State, Notre Dame at USC, Virginia at Virginia Tech, and Washington at Washington State are some of the games that will settle deep conflicts. But these contests can pose […]

Drew Brees will try and lead the New Orleans Saints to their 10th consecutive win when they face Atlanta on Thanksgiving evening. (Image: USA Today Sports)

Atlanta Falcons Will Try to Cool Off Red Hot New Orleans Saints

It is the elephant in the room, and the Atlanta Falcons know it, but aren’t willing to acknowledge it as they prepare for their Thursday night game against New Orleans. The Falcons’ chances to make the playoffs are growing slimmer every week, and for any realistic chance to get into […]

Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott is trying to lead his team over Detroit and give the Cowboys their third consecutive win. (Image: USA Today Sports)

First Place at Stake for Washington Redskins, Dallas Cowboys

This was supposed to be a featured match up of a surging Dallas Cowboys team trying to knock off a surprising Washington Redskins squad. Then one play on Sunday turned this game decidedly in the Cowboys favor. Redskins quarterback Alex Smith broke two bones in his right leg against the […]

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky has his team in first place in the NFC North. (Image: AP)

Thanksgiving Day NFL Bets for Gamblers to Gobble Up

The best part of Thanksgiving for sports fans and bettors, is not the dried out turkey you will try and choke down, but the three NFL games that will help you forget the dreadful meal. This year’s slate features the traditional Chicago at Detroit and Washington at Dallas contests, but […]

Khalil Mack and the rest of the Chicago Bears defense made life difficult on Detroit Lions quarterback Matthew Stafford the last time the two teams met two weeks ago. (Image: Getty)

Chicago Bears Defense Ready To Feast Again on Detroit Lions

When the Detroit Lions traveled to play the Chicago Bears two weeks ago, they were handed a 34-22 defeat. It was the third straight double-digit loss for the Lions. Detroit broke the losing streak on Sunday, and is hoping to pay the Bears back at home on the first of […]

Former secretary of state, and longtime Cleveland Browns fan, Condolezza Rice denied a report she was contacted about being the team’s new coach. (Image: Tony Dejak/AP)

Cleveland Browns, Condoleezza Rice Deny Politician Candidate for Coaching Job

It seems more like a publicity stunt than an actual possibility, but ESPN’s Adam Schefter had a report that the Cleveland Browns were interested in interviewing former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice about becoming the Browns next head coach. The team fired Hue Jackson, along with offensive coordinator Todd Haley a […]

Dallas kicker Brett Maher converted a 42-yard field goal as time expired to beat Atlanta, 22-19. (Image: Getty)

Dallas Cowboys Bouncing Back at Opportune Time

Two weeks ago, the Dallas Cowboys were 3-5 and there wasn’t any talk about the playoffs, but plenty of speculation on whether coach Jason Garrett would be fired. Now 14 days later, the Cowboys are back at .500 and actually back as a contender in the NFC East. Dallas bucked […]

Beto O’Rourke, left, lost his senate bid in Texas, but has emerged as a strong presidential candidate.  (Image: Getty)

Democrats, Republicans, Lining Up to Topple Trump in 2020 Presidential Election

Though the 2020 Presidential election is a little less than two years away, that hasn’t stopped possible candidates from testing the waters, and oddsmakers from handicapping their chances. While President, Donald Trump is a favorite to win reelection in November of 2020, there are still prominent members of his own […]

The Big Three in NASCAR of Kyle Busch, Martin Truex Jr., and Kevin Harvick are the favorites to take the season title on Sunday. (Image: Getty)

Joey Logano Will Try to Crash Big Three Dominance at EcoBoost 400

Joey Logano summed up the competition for the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Championship that will be decided at the EcoBoost 400 on Sunday when he said, “It’s the Big 3 and me.” That has been the theme all year for the NASCAR season, as drivers Kevin Harvick Martin Truex, […]

Atlanta quarterback Matt Ryan is hoping home field advantage will help him against Dallas on Sunday. (Image: Getty)

NFL Teams Looking To Take Advantage of Home Field Advantage

Ah, yes, there is no place like home, especially if you are an NFL team. Having home field advantage is always welcomed, but this time of year where there are playoff implications, it can be crucial. Last week the home team was 8-6, and this week they are favored in […]

Central Florida is undefeated this season, but faces a tough test against Cincinnati on Saturday. (Image: AP)

Five Bets: College Teams Jockey for Position as Bowl Season Approaches

As college football winds down its season, teams are jockeying for decent position for bowl season. Some are assured of playing on New Year’s Day, while others are trying to improve their chances. We at Five Bets looked at games that had some bowl implications, and based our recommendations on […]

Los Angeles Lakers coach Luke Walton is the favorite to be the first NBA coach fired. (Image: AP)

Will Lakers’ Luke Walton be First NBA Coach Fired?

Apparently having LeBron James on your team doesn’t help Los Angeles Lakers’ coach Luke Walton odds to be the first NBA coach fired this season. The 38-year-old has been at the helm of the Lakers since 2016, but oddsmakers believe this year will be his last. Bovada has the son […]

Le’Veon Bell failed to report to the Steelers by Tuesday’s deadline, and players aren’t that disappointed. (Peter Diana/Post-Gazette)

Pittsburgh not Disappointed Steelers Running Back Fails to Answer Bell

If you thought Pittsburgh Steelers would miss their former teammate, Le’Veon Bell, one scene on Tuesday summed up how they felt. Hours after Bell’s deadline to report to the organization came and went, players were video taped raiding the running back’s locker. They removed his nameplate and took items out […]