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*4% BLOW-OUT Incoming* NFL Sunday Winner from Higgs

Higgs has a 4% (probably should have been a 5%) BLOW OUT WINNER going Sunday in NFL action. Make the SMART MONEY MOVE - Get on board with the OVERALL #1 CAPPER + MONEY LEADER on the site.

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Sean Higgs

Sean Higgs is a PICKS and PARLAYS Orignal Member (2008). On sites since 2006, Higgs has been beating the books since the early '90s, long before "analytics" was a buzzword and long before most of today's handicappers ever set a betting line. While stats, trends, and angles are useful, knowing how to apply them is key—that's Sean’s specialty. The results speak for themselves. 11 #1 monitored titles and 38 Top 10 finishes across multiple sports since 2015. That's not luck. That's three decades of pattern recognition, discipline, and knowing exactly when the numbers matter and when they don't. You don't need to become a professional handicapper. You just need to follow one.
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David's Sunday Late Afternoon 5% NFL Totals Annihilator

David Hess is stepping into Sunday with major firepower, releasing his first 5% NFL play of the entire year — a matchup he’s broken down with precision, sharp data, and a read he’s been waiting to attack. This is his highest‑level release, the kind built to anchor a winning day. When Hess fires a 5%, it’s because he sees something big.

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David Hess

David Hess is one of the most respected handicappers in the industry, best known for his expertise in totals betting where he’s hit over 61% of his college football Over/Under plays. A true all-around capper, David excels across NFL, MLB, and basketball by blending advanced stats, matchup analysis, and line movement to uncover hidden value. Disciplined, transparent, and data-driven, he delivers consistent, profitable results that clients trust for long-term success.
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AFC GAME OF THE WEEK ~ 12-2 L14 TOP NFL PLAYS, 95-53 L148 ~ #1 NFL RECORD SINCE 2023!

Thursday's winner (Denver/Seattle under) brought DEFENDING NFL CHAMP Ben Burns to 6-1/86% his last seven NFL selections. Speaking of 86%, Burns is also a SWEET 12-2 (43.6 units, 71.5% ROI) his last 14 NFL plays rated 4% and above. Even better, Burns is a BLISTERING 95-53 (+119.12) with all top rated NFL plays (4% and up) since the start of 2023, the #1 BIG PLAY NFL RECORD during that time. Like those numbers? Make sure you're on board for his #1 AFC GAME OF THE WEEK! #1 NFL RECORD LAST SEASON #1 NFL RECORD SINCE 2023 #1 NFL RECORD SINCE 2024 #1 OVERALL FOOTBALL RECORD SINCE 2023 #1 BIG GAME NFL RECORD SINCE 2023

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Ben Burns

As the single most popular handicapper in the two-decade history of Covers Experts, Ben Burns' reputation precedes him. Known for possessing an uncanny ability to consistently deliver with his biggest plays, Burns has numerous documented #1 titles to his credit in all the major sports.  Ben has dominated the NFL for more than two decades and he finished as our #1 OVERALL FOOTBALL HANDICAPPER this past season. He's also our #1 Pro AND #1 College Basketball Handicapper Of All-Time. 
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*4% BLOW-OUT Incoming* NFL Sunday Winner from Higgs

Higgs has a 4% (probably should have been a 5%) BLOW OUT WINNER going Sunday in NFL action. Make the SMART MONEY MOVE - Get on board with the OVERALL #1 CAPPER + MONEY LEADER on the site.

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Sean Higgs

Sean Higgs is a PICKS and PARLAYS Orignal Member (2008). On sites since 2006, Higgs has been beating the books since the early '90s, long before "analytics" was a buzzword and long before most of today's handicappers ever set a betting line. While stats, trends, and angles are useful, knowing how to apply them is key—that's Sean’s specialty. The results speak for themselves. 11 #1 monitored titles and 38 Top 10 finishes across multiple sports since 2015. That's not luck. That's three decades of pattern recognition, discipline, and knowing exactly when the numbers matter and when they don't. You don't need to become a professional handicapper. You just need to follow one.
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5% ALCS BEST BET - #1 MLB PROFIT Since 2022, 2023, 2025!

WOW! Jesse is now up a STAGGERING +93 UNITS with MLB since 2025! When it comes to baseball, Jesse Schule has delivered the goods consistently over the past 4 seasons! He finished #3 in profit last season (+58 Units) on 61% winners. He's the #1 PROFIT capper with +93 UNITS with all MLB plays since 2025! #1 MLB PROFIT SINCE 2025 #1 MLB PROFIT SINCE 2023 #1 MLB PROFIT SINCE 2022

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Jesse Schule

Who is Jesse Schule? He's no soothsayer and he doesn't have a crystal ball, but Jesse Schule can indeed predict the future. As a professional handicapper, it is actually part of his job description. His clients have accused him of secretly possessing Marty McFly's Sports Almanac, but he tells us the secret to his success is thanks in part to his fascination with history. The idea that you can predict the future by studying the past is nothing new. Historians have been doing it for years.  
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BRUCE NFL ON 13-3 RUN...SUNDAY AFTERNOON-NIGHT 3-PACK NOW!! ALL BRUCE PICKS +89.97% RETURN SINCE SEPT. 26!! HOT NFL WINS THURS (BRONCOS) AND OFF ANOTHER 4-1 WEEK...13-3 RUN!! Bruce Marshall has reprised his long-time role at The Gold Sheet and is now making his featured selections available daily in all sports! Hot football weekend...Col FB and NFL both finish 4-1!! Bruce 7-Day All-Pick pass just $99!!

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Bruce Marshall

Bruce Marshall's name has become synonymous with The Gold Sheet. With a background in play-by-play work and sports information while in college, Bruce joined TGS in 1981 when hired by the legendary Mort Olshan. He learned the business by working alongside Mort and the other TGS handicappers and continues at TGS, where he has worn many hats over the years. Not only is Bruce the Executive Editor at TGS, he's also the Editor of Goldsheet.com and The Gold Sheet EXTRA!!! (a publication he helped launch in 1982), as well as serving as Editor-in-Chief of European Soccer Weekly.
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NFL SUNDAY PLAY!!! | +19.7 UNIT SEASON

Krackman is coming off a NICE WINNING WEEK in Football and has a play for the NFL Sunday slate!!! Krack is +19.17 units this NFL Season Professional Sports Bettor Bill Krackomberger (VSIN, Showtime, Fox Sports) has joined Wager Talk to share his +EV plays. Krack has been beating the sports betting market for over 3 decades. Now is your chance to get in on the SHARP action that Bill has been beating down the books with! Get this play now for SUNDAY 10/18 for just $25

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Bill "Krackman" Krackomberger

Bill Krackomberger, better known as "Krackman," is a renowned professional sports bettor featured on Showtime’s "Action" and frequently seen on VSiN, ESPN, Fox Sports, and SiriusXM. With decades of expertise, Krackman uses meticulous research and deep market analysis to consistently deliver profitable picks, especially in props, totals, and futures markets. His proven strategies and trusted insights have made him a go-to source for bettors seeking reliable, profitable advice. Elevate your betting strategy and join countless others who trust Krackman for actionable, winning picks.   
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4% Bills/Raiders NFL TOP PLAY *5-1 RUN*

5-1 (83%) with top-rated (4-5%) NFL sides dating back to October 4!  Mike Lundin is seeing the NFL board clearly, and Sunday brings another chance to capitalize. This is a heavy-duty 4% TOP PLAY that just barely missed Mike's absolute top max rating, making it a mandatory play for sharps. 

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Mike Lundin

Magic Mike Moneymaker's experience as a professional poker player has proven to be an immeasurable asset in sports handicapping. He's a numbers guy, with a keen eye for spotting trends and stats that just don't jive with the odds offered by the bookmakers. All Mike's plays come with write ups backing up his selection, giving you a glimpse into his process of breaking down games.
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Nover's Unbeaten AFC October Top Ticket

Stephen Nover has been a cash cow the past two seasons with his NFL Sunday premium plays going 55-34-1 on his last 90 for a long-term winning percentage of 62 percent. Stephen is unbeaten this season on his AFC matchups. He's found his biggest AFC play this month. Bank it now and get ahead of the marketplace. 

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Stephen Nover

Stephen Nover is a veteran Las Vegas handicapper and award-winning sportswriter with nearly 50 years of experience. A former professor at UNLV, he taught football handicapping and co-hosted the famed "Stardust Line" radio show in the ’90s. Nover has authored three books, including Winning Fantasy Football, and worked with legendary oddsmakers like Roxy Roxborough. Drawing on elite Rotisserie league knowledge, extensive gambling and media sources, and mentorship from icons such as Dave Malinsky and Lem Banker, Nover is known for his sharp, deeply researched, and original betting analysis.
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Bills vs Raiders NFL Premium Play!!

Terry has been putting together a strong run across multiple sports, sitting at +38.22 units in ALL SPORTS since September 25th while also posting +14.52 units in the NFL since September 27th. For Sunday afternoon, Terry is targeting the matchup between the Buffalo Bills and Las Vegas Raiders with one of his favorite NFL plays on the board. This package gives you access to Terry’s Premium Bills-Raiders Play as he looks to add another winner to an already profitable NFL stretch. Get Terry’s Buffalo Bills vs. Las Vegas Raiders Premium Play for Sunday afternoon, or take advantage of a short-term or long-term subscription for the best overall value.

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Terry Edelmann

Terry Edelmann has been capping sports for over 10 years now and professionally since 2022. Terry specializes in NHL, NFL, and MLB. Terry has different capping strategies for each sport he caps and his goal is always to bring you winners. From sides and totals to player props Terry finds different ways to profit.
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Pavlos Laguretos

Pavlos Laguretos is a Greek Soccer handicapper with a knack for going against the popular plays and hunting down correct scores. His expertise lies in the big European soccer leagues (EPL, Bundesliga, Serie A, La Liga) as well as the MLS and international competitions (Champions & Europa League, World Cup, EURO Cup). Pavlos loves his props as well, be it in Soccer with Goalscorer and Card Props or in the NBA with Same Game Parlays and Player Props.  
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Mark Zinno

Zinno handicaps football (college and NFL), basketball (college and NBA), Major League Baseball, and golf. He uses game script and his own personal line-making, along with situational handicapping to formulate his plays. Multiple bets across multiple sports are the norm.

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