Doug Kezirian
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Lamar closes MVP odds gap in finale
After Lamar Jackson accounted for two more touchdowns in the regular season finale to help the Baltimore Ravens lock up the AFC's #3 seed, his NFL MVP odds lowered from +225 to +185 at DraftKings.
PICK: Ravens (-20) host lowly Browns 🎥
This point spread opened at 17 and has gradually moved up, now representing the largest spread all season. Baltimore needs to win to clinch the AFC North, while Bailey Zappe will start at quarterback for Cleveland.
PICK: Bengals (-2.5) at Steelers 🎥
Cincinnati has won and covered four straight games, while Pittsburgh is riding a three-game losing skid. As for the playoffs, the Bengals need a win and some help to make it.
ANALYSIS: betting NFL MVP race 🎥
Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen is the NFL MVP betting favorite with -320 odds. Reigning MVP Lamar Jackson is the second favorite with +225 odds and plays on national television on Saturday.
#6 Ohio State clear +110 title favorite
After a dominant victory over top-ranked and unbeaten Oregon, Ohio State is now a clear +110 favorite at DraftKings to win the national championship.
PICK: Minnesota (-9) vs. Virginia Tech 🎥
The Hokies are expected to be short-handed, missing as many as 14 of their 22 starters. Meanwhile, the Gophers are only expected to have a handful opt out of this Mayo Bowl.
PICK: Knicks at Thunder (-5) 🎥
New York has won nine straight games, while OKC has won 13 straight. Plus, the Thunder are 11-1-1 ATS during this stretch.
PICK: Duke vs. #14 Ole Miss (-17) 🎥
The Rebels are massive favorites with the Blue Devils are relegated to a third string quarterback. Plus, Lane Kiffin could use the Gator Bowl as an opportunity to send a message to the playoff committee.
PICK: #7 Notre Dame (-1) vs. #2 Georgia 🎥
Late sharp money has arrived on the Fighting Irish, pushing them from the small underdog to the short favorite.
Ohio State shifts to +120 title favorite
After a dominant victory over top-ranked and unbeaten Oregon, Ohio State is now a clear +120 favorite to win the national championship.