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

Detroit Lions image thumbnail DET @ Buffalo Bills image thumbnail BUF
Thu, Sep 17 • 8:15 PM ET
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Pittsburgh Steelers image thumbnail PIT @ New England Patriots image thumbnail NE
Sun, Sep 20 • 1:00 PM ET
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Minnesota Vikings image thumbnail MIN @ Chicago Bears image thumbnail CHI
Sun, Sep 20 • 1:00 PM ET
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Carolina Panthers image thumbnail CAR @ Atlanta Falcons image thumbnail ATL
Sun, Sep 20 • 1:00 PM ET
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NCAAF Picks

Ohio Bobcats image thumbnail OHIO @ South Alabama Jaguars image thumbnail USA
Sat, Sep 19 • 7:00 PM ET
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LSU Tigers image thumbnail LSU @ Mississippi Rebels image thumbnail MISS
Sat, Sep 19 • 7:30 PM ET
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Michigan State Spartans image thumbnail MSU @ Notre Dame Fighting Irish image thumbnail ND
Sat, Sep 19 • 7:30 PM ET
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MLB Picks

San Diego Padres image thumbnail SD @ Colorado Rockies image thumbnail COL
Mon, Sep 14 • 8:40 PM ET
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Seattle Mariners image thumbnail SEA @ Los Angeles Angels image thumbnail LAA
Mon, Sep 14 • 9:38 PM ET
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Miami Marlins image thumbnail MIA @ Arizona Diamondbacks image thumbnail AZ
Mon, Sep 14 • 9:40 PM ET
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NHL Picks

Florida Panthers image thumbnail FLA @ Carolina Hurricanes image thumbnail CAR
Tue, Sep 29 • 5:00 PM ET
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Montreal Canadiens image thumbnail MON @ Toronto Maple Leafs image thumbnail TOR
Tue, Sep 29 • 7:00 PM ET
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New York Rangers image thumbnail NYR @ Boston Bruins image thumbnail BOS
Tue, Sep 29 • 8:00 PM ET
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WNBA Picks

Washington Mystics image thumbnail WAS @ Chicago Sky image thumbnail CHI
Thu, Sep 17 • 8:00 PM ET
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Phoenix Mercury image thumbnail PHO @ Portland Fire image thumbnail PDX
Thu, Sep 17 • 10:00 PM ET
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1 Expert Pick

CFL Picks

Our experts and prediction models are hard at work analyzing the data. Check back shortly for today's picks, or explore our Computer Picks for inspiration.

NCAAB Picks

Our experts and prediction models are hard at work analyzing the data. Check back shortly for today's picks, or explore our Computer Picks for inspiration.

NBA Picks

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World Cup 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.