UFC Betting – “Rampage” Looks To Test Jones At UFC 135

Even bass fishing guides are impressed at how Jon Jones has strolled through the 205-pound division in the UFC, and now the champion will defend his belt at UFC 135 against a former champ who is aiming to test Jones’ chin, which is something that no one has managed to do yet.

UFC Betting – Saturday, September 24^th, 9:00 PM ET

Jones (13-1) was due to fight former teammate Rashad Evans, but a hand injury forced him to delay and then Jackson was given the match. But Jones has picked up on MMA faster than anyone we’ve seen before; put him in an online poker game and he’d probably rule that too. He’s unpredictable with his strikes, he’s a phenomenal wrestler and Jones also has an outstanding guillotine. The only question is, what about his chin? Of course, that may not matter if no one can hit you.

Quinton “Rampage” Jackson (32-8) feels like he is the man to test Jones’ chin, and he packs incredible power in his punches. Jackson also has excellent takedown defense and he comes from a wrestling background, so don’t expect him to be intimidated by Jones’ wrestling abilities. He also has experience, which can’t be understated in title fight.

Sports betting odds have Jones as a massive -500 favorite here, and as good as Jackson is, he’ll have to bring his A+ game because Jones hasn’t even been challenged since stepping into the octagon. This will be his toughest test to date, but stick with the favorite, Jon “Bones” Jones, at your favorite online betting sites.

Super Bowl Odds – Patriots Snatch Another Super Bowl Trophy

MLB baseball betting players are gearing up for their run to the playoffs, but in the NFL, the action is just getting started as the regular season is right around the corner. It is the easy pick to roll with the favorites, but New England has the talent on both sides of the ball. More importantly, their veterans and coaching staff know what it takes to win the Super Bowl.
Chad Ochocinco should add to an offense led by Tom Brady, and he should be able to stretch the field a little while Brady to works to Wes Welker and the tight-end duo of Aaron Hernandez and Rob Growkowski underneath. Albert Haynesworth is the big addition to a young defense that got better as last season wore on, and they can force turnovers as well as anyone in the league. But if Haynesworth can remain motivated, he and Vince Wilfork can dominate offensive lines. Coach Bill Belichick is better than anyone at motivating his players, so you know he had a conversation with both Ochocinco and Haynesworth before the Patriots acquired them.
Ochocinco won’t be a problem (he rarely is, at least in the mean-spirited way), but Haynesworth should know that he is on a short leash and he won’t get many chances with Belichick. In fact, he may get only one, given his past. But we trust the Patriots more than any other team in the league, which is why they’re our sports betting pick for the Super Bowl.

UFC Betting – Silva, Okami Square Off For Rematch In Brazil

Even those who play poker online have to be impressed by Anderson Silva’s run through the UFC: 13 straight wins, including nine defenses of the middleweight title in a row and he’s arguably the pound-for-pound king. His last loss came in January 2006, a controversial disqualification against Yushin Okami, and he’ll get a chance to avenge that at UFC 134, the first time that the UFC has gone to Brazil since 1998.

UFC Betting – August 27^th, 9:00 PM ET

Silva (30-4) is coming off a huge knockout of fellow Brazilian Vitor Belfort in February, and after a few subpar performances, “The Spider” showed that when he is motivated, he may be the most explosive fighter in the world. Silva still isn’t the strongest in terms of takedown defenses, but he can submit you before you know it: ask Chael Sonnen.

Okami (26-5) has won three in a row and this may be his only chance to take the middleweight title from Silva, so he will be ready for this fight. Okami is a black belt in judo, and he grinds his opponents down, but don’t let that fool you as he can strike as well.

Silva is a huge -450 sports betting favorite in this rematch, and in the first match, he was disqualified for kicking Okami while Okami’s knees were on the ground, but Silva was also on the mat and called Okami a coward for taking the win in that fashion. That means Silva has plenty of motivation and that isn’t good news for Okami. Wager on Anderson Silva in your online betting book.

NFL Betting – The Lockout Ends, The Madness Begins

Even MLB betting players were caught up in the conclusion of the NFL lockout, which opened up a frenzy of movement, opening of training camps, and the real fun should start on Friday, when free agents can start signing.

There are too many signings to list, but rest assured, the sports betting odds for the NFL are going to change a little over the next couple of days as players change teams (or re-sign with their old teams). So far, we have Chad Ochocinco and Albert Haynesworth in New England, Kevin Kolb in Arizona, Matt Hasselbeck in Tennessee, and Reggie Bush in Miami. Santonio Holmes and Santana Moss stayed with the New York Jets and Washington, respectively.

Now, you have Vince Young on the market as the Titans cut ties with the mercurial quarterback, but the big name on the free-agent market is cornerback Nmandi Asomugha, who is one of the top two cover corners in the league and is being chased by the likes of the Jets (which would pit him with Darrelle Revis) and Houston, and don’t be surprised if more teams make a play before Friday, when free-agent signings can begin. Also, Randy Moss is flying under the radar and is likely available at a cut-rate price. Moss is still able to stretch the defense for teams with his speed, and a team will definitely end up taking a chance on him. Either way, it’s going to be a interesting time for those who are betting online.

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