Thursday, August 13, 2026

There is no way I am giving seven points in any preseason game. The Bengals are playing some of their defensive starters for at least a brief period of time, but don't count on seeing Joe Burrow.

Jacob deGrom has given up 12 earned runs in his last 18.0 innings, 10 of which came in two starts. Walbert Urena's most recent outing against the Miami Marlins lasted only 2.1 innings as he gave up 4 earned runs and walked three batters.

The Texans are dealing with a number of injuries, and the Chargers won't be playing any starters. Seeing a high-scoring affair in this one would be rather surprising.

Vegas should be much better — at least watchable — this season, but with all the moving pieces from the staff to the quarterbacks and the linebackers, there’s going to be an adjustment period. Given how good the Cardinals looked last week, while having a game under their belt already to work out the kinks, Arizona is the move at plus-money if you have to bet this game.

There is no way I am giving seven points in any preseason game. The Bengals are playing some of their defensive starters for at least a brief period of time, but don't count on seeing Joe Burrow.

Most of Green Bay's starters - including quarterback Jordan Love - will see the field in the preseason opener on Thursday night. That's enough for me.

The Texans are dealing with a number of injuries, and the Chargers won't be playing any starters. Seeing a high-scoring affair in this one would be rather surprising.

Most of Green Bay's starters - including quarterback Jordan Love - will see the field in the preseason opener on Thursday night. That's enough for me.

While the Dodgers remain dangerous from top to bottom and are never an easy team to beat at home, the Brewers have enough pitching stability and offensive consistency to make this a legitimate upset opportunity. If Drohan can keep Los Angeles from putting together a big inning, Milwaukee should have enough chances against Sasaki to pull off the road victory.

While the Field of Dreams setting creates plenty of uncertainty, Minnesota simply has the more favorable pitching matchup. Combine that with Philadelphia's struggles as an underdog and the Twins have enough advantages to make them the preferred side. The Phillies have the talent to make this competitive, but Minnesota should have the edge in a game where starting pitching could ultimately decide the outcome.

Vegas should be much better — at least watchable — this season, but with all the moving pieces from the staff to the quarterbacks and the linebackers, there’s going to be an adjustment period. Given how good the Cardinals looked last week, while having a game under their belt already to work out the kinks, Arizona is the move at plus-money if you have to bet this game.

After joint practice on Tuesday, Coach Saleh mentioned that “everyone will play” for the Titans. Of course, this could be coachspeak, but it makes sense given he is in his first year with the organization, installing new systems on both sides of the ball. Conversely, Coach Shanahan shared that most starters will not play.

There is no way I am giving seven points in any preseason game. The Bengals are playing some of their defensive starters for at least a brief period of time, but don't count on seeing Joe Burrow.

Game Totals Pick Over

Value Pick Money Line Pick

The Under is 5-1 in the past six games for the Rangers. For the Angels, the Under has cashed in 10 of the past 11 games since July 31. The Angels have had a lot of difficulty scoring runs, going for just seven runs in the past four games -- or 1.8 per game. They also have just 24 runs in the past 11 outings.

The Colts ranked 31st in passing yards per game allowed last season, while New England cornerbacks Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis III are both unlikely to play. With a decent amount of QB experience on both sides, there could be just enough offense to take this one over the total.

After joint practice on Tuesday, Coach Saleh mentioned that “everyone will play” for the Titans. Of course, this could be coachspeak, but it makes sense given he is in his first year with the organization, installing new systems on both sides of the ball. Conversely, Coach Shanahan shared that most starters will not play.

The Under is 5-1 in the past six games for the Rangers. For the Angels, the Under has cashed in 10 of the past 11 games since July 31. The Angels have had a lot of difficulty scoring runs, going for just seven runs in the past four games -- or 1.8 per game. They also have just 24 runs in the past 11 outings.

After joint practice on Tuesday, Coach Saleh mentioned that “everyone will play” for the Titans. Of course, this could be coachspeak, but it makes sense given he is in his first year with the organization, installing new systems on both sides of the ball. Conversely, Coach Shanahan shared that most starters will not play.

Vegas should be much better — at least watchable — this season, but with all the moving pieces from the staff to the quarterbacks and the linebackers, there’s going to be an adjustment period. Given how good the Cardinals looked last week, while having a game under their belt already to work out the kinks, Arizona is the move at plus-money if you have to bet this game.

The Under is 5-1 in the past six games for the Rangers. For the Angels, the Under has cashed in 10 of the past 11 games since July 31. The Angels have had a lot of difficulty scoring runs, going for just seven runs in the past four games -- or 1.8 per game. They also have just 24 runs in the past 11 outings.