Danny Howard
Danny Howard
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246 Articles
After a decade of covering all things boxing, from recapping the sport’s biggest fights to sharing behind-the-scenes details of the sweet science, Danny found himself immersed in sports betting, focusing on the sports he knows best. As a boxing and MMA contributor with seasoned experience from growing up around each sport, he can uncover the nuances and intangibles that can make the difference between victory and defeat. Danny’s work has been mentioned on ESPN and USA Today, and he was a featured guest on The Esportz Network podcast, where he shared his combat sports insights. He is also a published author, with his novel And Stay Down! Boxing’s Worst Comebacks available on Amazon. Danny is always on the lookout for the best odds and props when it comes to fight night, with Draft Kings and BetMGM being his go-to sites. Danny’s approach to finding value in the theater of the unexpected hinges on the fighters' recent form, especially when considering props.
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Jake Paul vs Mike Perry Picks, Predictions & Odds: Jake Won't Break
It's not the Mike we were hoping for against Jake Paul, and our boxing picks don't see Tyson's replacement, Perry, being able to topple the favorite tonight.
UFC Fight Night: Steve Garcia vs Seung Woo Choi Odds, Picks, & Predictions
Steve Garcia is emerging as a true talent in the UFC featherweight division. Our UFC Fight Night picks like him to continue his strong run on Saturday when he faces Seung Woo Choi. This one will be finished inside the distance.
UFC Fight Night: Brad Tavares vs Jun-Yong Park Odds, Picks, & Predictions
Brad Tavares vs. Jun-yong Park is among the featured bouts at this weekend's UFC Fight Night and our UFC picks like it to be relatively close. Tavares is not at the peak of his powers and while Park is flawed, this could easily go his way.
Amanda Serrano vs Stevie Morgan Picks, Predictions, & Odds: Favorite Polished in Porter Prep
Amanda Serrano's a huge favorite against Stevie Morgan, and while the challenger brings some strength to the fight, our boxing betting picks think it won't be too much of a challenge.
Drew Dober vs Jean Silva Odds, Picks, & Predictions
Jean Silva is back in the octagon less than a month after an authoritative win at UFC 303, and our UFC betting picks and Dober vs Silva predictions see Silva's swings connecting with Drew Dober's weakening chin.
Santiago Ponzinibbio vs Muslim Salikhov Odds, Picks, & Predictions
Santiago Ponzinibbio has the edge over fellow veteran Muslim Salikhov at this week's Fight Night program, as our UFC betting picks explain.
Nate Diaz vs Jorge Masvidal Picks, Predictions, & Odds: Masvidal Takes Care of Business
Nate Diaz looked like a fool against Jake Paul, and our boxing predictions expect Jorge Masvidal to do the same on Saturday.
Shakur Stevenson vs Artem Harutyunyan Picks, Predictions, & Odds: Steady as She Goes
Shakur Stevenson should have few anxious moments in the ring with Artem Harutyunyan on Saturday night, but the real question is how will he prevail? Danny Howard sheds some light on that in his boxing betting picks.
UFC 303 Prelim Picks & Predictions: Buda Triumphs in Heavyweight Clash
Martin Buda has the fortune of facing an over-the-hill opponent as a part of Saturday's preliminary card. Read more as Danny Howard's UFC betting picks expect the Slovakian heavyweight to take care of business in Sin City.
UFC 303 Mayra Bueno Silva vs Macy Chaisson Odds, Picks, & Predictions: Silva's Star Rises
Mayra Bueno Silva ran out of gas in a five-rounder last time out, but our UFC betting picks believe stamina won't an issue in this three-round bout with Macy Chaisson on Saturday night.
UFC 303 Anthony Smith vs Roman Dolidze Odds, Picks, & Predictions: Dolidze Dominates
Roman Dolidze is filling in for Carlos Ulberg, who was originally supposed to fight Anthony Smith. Although Smith now has a better shot at winning, our UFC picks don't think his glass jaw will hold up.
Juan Francisco Estrada vs Jesse Rodriguez Picks, Predictions, & Odds: Bam Wins Decisively
Jesse Rodriguez is a young stud making a quick name for himself in the boxing world, and our betting picks expect him to pick up a win over the much older Estrada.
Teofimo Lopez vs Steve Claggett Picks, Predictions, & Odds: Lopez Lands Lopsided Victory
Teofimo Lopez has a habit of fighting down to his opponents' level but he simply can't afford that after a dull performance earlier this year. As such, our boxing picks expect him to handle business against Steve Claggett.
UFC Fight Night Pavlovich vs Volkov Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Crown Sergei at Kingdom Arena
Sergei Pavlovich and Alexander Volkov should put on a good show as they vie for a better spot in the heavyweight pecking order, but the former's punching power should put him over the top, as our UFC betting picks suggest.
UFC Fight Night Ikram Aliskerov vs Antonio Trocoli Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Trocoli in Too Tough
Antonio Trocoli is serving as a substitute opponent in his first fight in over two years, and that's music to the ears of Ikram Aliskerov. Our UFC betting picks expect Aliskerov to make quick work of his rusty opponent.
Gervonta Davis vs Frank Martin Picks, Predictions, and Odds: Tank Rolls in Return to Ring
Frank Martin might prove to be a pesky opponent, but Gervonta Davis has more than enough guile to weather storm early and deal some crushing blows late, as our boxing betting picks explain.
David Benavidez vs Oleksandr Gvozdyk Picks, Predictions, and Odds: Benavidez Wins Light Heavyweight Debut
Benavidez is opening up the next chapter of his career in his first bout at light heavyweight, and our boxing picks expect him to pass with relative ease.
Adrien Broner vs Blair Cobbs Picks, Predictions, and Odds: Back 'The Flair' in Friday Night Bout
Boasting a significant edge in both height and reach, Blair Cobbs should thrive against Adrien Broner when these two welterweights grace the ring tonight. Danny Howard has you covered with his expert analysis in our Broner vs. Cobbs betting picks.
UFC Fight Night Reyes vs Jacoby Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Reyes Goes to Sleep
Dustin Jacoby doesn't have the best recent track record, but our UFC picks don't see him struggling against Dominick Reyes and his glass chin.
UFC Fight Night Rosas Jr. vs Turcios Odds, Picks, and Predictions: Time Is On Your Side
UFC Fight Night's featured undercard bout pits Rosas Jr. vs Turcios in what should be a close fight throughout. Given both fighters' inability to finish fights, our UFC expert believes this one goes Over 2.5 rounds.
