D.S. Williamson

Biography:

Since 2008, D.S. Williamson has written about sports and sports handicapping. His philosophy is value-based, meaning stats and other handicapping factors are only worth something in comparison to wagering odds. He believes money management and making value-based wagers is the single more important factor that distinguishes successful sports bettors from non-successful sports bettors.

Tuesday's Top MLB Betting Picks & Predictions - August 8th Edition

Tuesday’s Top MLB Betting Picks & Predictions – August 8th Edition

Written by on August 7, 2017

Potentially significant injury news regarding the Seattle Mariners as reliever David Phelps left with right elbow discomfort after throwing seven pitches in the seventh inning of the first game of Sunday’s doubleheader against the Kansas City Royals. Phelps is flying back to Seattle to meet with team doctors on Monday. The Mariners acquired Phelps from the Miami Marlins before the … click title for full article.
NFL Week 1 Top ATS Picks

NFL Week 1 Top ATS Picks

Written by on August 4, 2017

Will any team sign free-agent receiver Anquan Boldin before NFL Week 1? He’s a borderline Hall of Famer who was still pretty solid last year with Detroit. Boldin did visit with Buffalo recently but he  reportedly wants to play close to his home in Florida. With rookie Zay Jones showing well in Buffalo’s camp, signing Boldin is not as big of … click title for full article.
Ways to Make Money Betting on 2017 College Football Underdogs

Ways to Make Money Betting on 2017 College Football Underdogs

Written by on August 3, 2017

As if Ole Miss doesn’t have enough going against it this football season with a postseason ban and head coach Hugh Freeze quitting in the wake of a scandal, now comes this: starting linebacker Detric Bing-Dukes and cornerback Ken Webster were arrested Tuesday night on one count each of shoplifting. They have both been suspended at least Week 1 vs. … click title for full article.
USC Dominates the College Football Odds Against California

2017 College Football: Which Teams Can Reach the 10-Win Mark?

Written by on August 1, 2017

When you are betting win totals for college football teams, remember that you are wagering simply on the regular-season schedule – meaning 12 games because that’s what every school in the country plays (barring a game being canceled for weather or whatever, which happens occasionally). Thus it’s not easy for schools to reach 10 wins because that obviously means two … click title for full article.
Intriguing Bets Heading to the 2017 NFL Season

Intriguing Bets Heading to the 2017 NFL Season

Written by on August 1, 2017

Good news for the Oakland Raiders for the 2017 NFL season. This year’s first-round pick, cornerback, Gareon Conley, was facing rape charges in Ohio but will now not be indicted by a grand jury. Although Conley can still be sued for sexual assault (with a much lower standard of proof), the case is now closed from the NFL’s perspective, because … click title for full article.
Can Kansas State Cover the NCAAF Week 8 Spread Against Oklahoma?

College Football Week 10 Best Matchups & Betting Picks

Written by on July 31, 2017

Some news worth mentioning about the University of Pittsburgh team that could affect your futures bet on the Panthers. Over the weekend, Pitt coach dismissed starting senior defensive end Rori Blair from the team for “conduct detrimental to the program.” As big of a loss as Blair is along the defensive line though, the team will also be without junior … click title for full article.
Must Bet Games & Free Picks for NFL Week 9

Must Bet Games & Free Picks for NFL Week 9

Written by on July 31, 2017

It’s time to look at a couple more picks for the regular, with the two top NFL betting picks and matchups for Week 9. The Baltimore Ravens decided against signing Colin Kaepernick when starting QB Joe Flacco injured his back while lifting weights. Baltimore now is considering former NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Robert Griffin III instead. Griffin has … click title for full article.
NFL Week 8 Top Matchups, Betting Picks & Previews

NFL Week 8 Top Matchups, Betting Picks & Previews

Written by on July 28, 2017

Could Colin Kaepernick be back in the NFL by the time you read this? Maybe. With Ravens QB Joe Flacco sidelined at least the first week of training camp, the Ravens are considering signing Kaepernick, who essentially has been blackballed by the league. Coach John Harbaugh indicated Baltimore is primarily looking for someone to help the team only in the … click title for full article.
College Football Week 9 Odds, Expert Picks & Previews

College Football Week 9 Odds, Expert Picks & Previews

Written by on July 28, 2017

Remember David Cornwell? He was once a touted QB recruit at Alabama but never saw the field. Cornwell is now at Nevada and this week, head coach Jay Norvell said that the starting job is Cornwell’s to lose. Cornwell’s competition for the starting spot will be incumbent Ty Gangi. Here are two interesting College Football betting picks for Week 9. College … click title for full article.
2017 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Betting Predictions

2017 NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year Betting Predictions

Written by on July 27, 2017

By the end of the weekend, every team in the NFL will have reported to training camp. That means MyBookie.ag is rolling out more and more NFL season props daily. Today, we look at the top betting candidates for NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year. You are going to see mostly first-round picks win this award. However, we had a … click title for full article.
Overrated Teams You Can Bet Against This 2017 College Football Season

Overrated Teams You Can Bet Against This 2017 College Football Season

Written by on July 26, 2017

Want to know a little secret? Handicappers tend to base part of their projections for a college football team on what said team in a bowl game the previous season. In fact, they overrate that aspect of just one game. I’m not saying that’s the only criteria they use, but it’s involved. Don’t fall into that trap. A new season … click title for full article.
Things You Need to Know Before Betting on the 2017 World Series

Things You Need to Know Before Betting on the 2017 World Series

Written by on July 24, 2017

We are starting to head to the most interesting stretch of the baseball regular season: August and September division races. Before you know it, the World Series will be here. And here are some things you should know about putting down any 2017 World Series future bets currently at MyBookie. Things You Need to Know Before Betting on the 2017 … click title for full article.
Ranking Super Bowl 52 Real Favorites and Underdogs (1-32)

Ranking Super Bowl 52 Real Favorites and Underdogs (1-32)

Written by on July 24, 2017

We’ve had more than enough time to percolate on the offseason NFL moves and now it’s time to address what can be expected of the 32 teams. #Spoiler Alert: Tom Brady and the Patriots lead the crop of Super Bowl 52 odds favorites while the 49ers (even with their somewhat nice offseason moves) are holding fort among the worst NFL betting … click title for full article.
MLB Series Prediction & Betting Pick: Boston at Seattle

MLB Series Prediction & Betting Pick: Boston at Seattle

Written by on July 24, 2017

Potential playoff preview from Seattle’s Safeco Field early this week as the Boston Red Sox are in town for three games. Boston heads into Seattle as the MLB series betting favorites. The Sox are the only division winner in baseball with a losing road record and have scored just 27 runs in their past 11 games at pitcher-friendly Safeco. The … click title for full article.