Free Expert Picks and Predictions

With more than 25 years of experience in sports betting, our analysts’ free expert picks and predictions give sports bettors an edge to get the best value from their bets.

NFL Picks

New York Giants logo NYG @ New England Patriots logo NE
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Pittsburgh Steelers logo PIT @ Baltimore Ravens logo BAL
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Seattle Seahawks logo SEA @ Atlanta Falcons logo ATL
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Indianapolis Colts logo IND @ Jacksonville Jaguars logo JAC
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NCAAF Picks

Miami (OH) RedHawks logo M-OH @ Western Michigan Broncos logo WMU
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BYU Cougars logo BYU @ Texas Tech Red Raiders logo TTU
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Georgia Bulldogs logo UGA @ Alabama Crimson Tide logo ALA
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Indiana Hoosiers logo IU @ Ohio State Buckeyes logo OSU
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NBA Picks

Milwaukee Bucks logo MIL @ Washington Wizards logo WAS
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Atlanta Hawks logo ATL @ Detroit Pistons logo DET
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Cleveland Cavaliers logo CLE @ Indiana Pacers logo IND
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LA Clippers logo LAC @ Miami Heat logo MIA
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NHL Picks

Pittsburgh Penguins logo PIT @ Philadelphia Flyers logo PHI
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Columbus Blue Jackets logo CLB @ New Jersey Devils logo NJ
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Winnipeg Jets logo WIN @ Buffalo Sabres logo BUF
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Anaheim Ducks logo ANA @ St. Louis Blues logo STL
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NCAAB Picks

St. Francis (PA) Red Flash logo SFPA @ Xavier Musketeers logo XAV
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MLB Picks

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CFL Picks

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What are Covers’ Free Picks and Predictions?

Covers’ has more than 25 years of experience making informed sports betting picks from the MLB season’s first pitch to the Super Bowl.

We find the best odds and share our picks and best bets for every game of the NFL season and the biggest games in the NBA, NHL, MLB, CFL, WNBA, college sports and more!

Our picks are researched and analyzed by experienced sports bettors looking for an edge to get the best value from their sports betting.

Covers Free League Picks

Covers provide free picks on games in the following leagues:

Free Experts Picks

Making smart picks means looking beyond the favorites. Our free expert sports betting picks will include various bet types and markets.

Free Point Spread Picks

Point spreads even the odds between two teams, offering bettors as close to an even matchup as possible. Our analysts look at matchups and more to give you the best edge possible before making your point spread bets.

Free Over/Under Picks

Covers’ analysts make Over/Under picks on game totals and props for all the major sports leagues. Betting on Over/Unders means choosing if a result will be Over or Under a total set by oddsmakers. A popular example of Over/Unders is betting on the Over/Under of points scored by both teams.

Free Moneyline Picks

Betting on the moneyline means picking which team will win a game outright. While less common than picking the point spread or even a prop, our analysts will always look for high-value moneyline picks if they feel it’s the best bet.

Free Prop Picks

There’s always value in props. Our team scours through league, game, team, and player props to try and find opportunity and value. From strikeouts to touchdowns, expect well-researched prop picks from Covers.

Consensus Picks

Covers’ consensus picks show you the odds and predictions our vibrant community of bettors and players are making. Try our picks with our free betting contests for a chance at prizes and more.

Legal Sports Betting in Your Region

If you’re ready to bet on picks, you must find the right sportsbook. Covers only displays legal betting sites in your region and offers comprehensive reviews of regulated sportsbooks. The best betting sites offer secure banking, best odds, bonuses, and reliable customer service.

Free Picks FAQs

When are free picks released?

Covers free picks are released two to three days before each game for the NFL, CFL and college football and the morning or afternoon of game days for MLB, NBA, WNBA, NHL, and NCAA basketball.

What kinds of free picks do we make?

Covers provides free picks covering the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, CFL, WNBA, college sports, and more. We make picks on many markets, including point spreads, totals, moneylines, player props, and more.

What is the most predictable bet?

While no bet is guaranteed, some are considered more predictable. Moneyline bets on favorites and ’over/under’ bets, based on detailed knowledge of the teams or players, can be seen as more predictable. However, unpredictability is innate to betting and these bet types can still lose. Thorough research and responsible betting practices are always important.