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

Minnesota Vikings logo MIN @ Los Angeles Chargers logo LAC
Thu, Oct 23 • 8:15 PM ET
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New York Jets logo NYJ @ Cincinnati Bengals logo CIN
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Buffalo Bills logo BUF @ Carolina Panthers logo CAR
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San Francisco 49ers logo SF @ Houston Texans logo HOU
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NCAAF Picks

South Alabama Jaguars logo USA @ Georgia State Panthers logo GSU
Thu, Oct 23 • 7:30 PM ET
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North Texas Mean Green logo UNT @ Charlotte 49ers logo CHAR
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California Golden Bears logo CAL @ Virginia Tech Hokies logo VT
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Boise State Broncos logo BSU @ Nevada Wolf Pack logo NEV
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NBA Picks

Oklahoma City Thunder logo OKC @ Indiana Pacers logo IND
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Denver Nuggets logo DEN @ Golden State Warriors logo GS
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MLB Picks

Los Angeles Dodgers logo LAD @ Toronto Blue Jays logo TOR
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NHL Picks

Chicago Blackhawks logo CHI @ Tampa Bay Lightning logo TB
Thu, Oct 23 • 6:45 PM ET
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San Jose Sharks logo SJ @ New York Rangers logo NYR
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Anaheim Ducks logo ANA @ Boston Bruins logo BOS
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Utah Mammoth logo UTAH @ St. Louis Blues logo STL
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CFL Picks

Ottawa Redblacks logo OTT @ Hamilton Tiger-Cats logo HAM
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Montreal Alouettes logo MTL @ Winnipeg Blue Bombers logo WPG
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NCAAB Picks

Our experts and prediction models are hard at work analyzing the data. Check back shortly for today’s picks. Check our NCAAB coverage, NCAAB projections, NCAAB odds and NCAAB Matchups

WNBA 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.

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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.