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Griffin Carroll

Sports Betting Writer

Griffin Carroll is focused on bringing you the betting numbers that matter. With a focus on the NFL, NHL and NBA, Griffin relies on a data-driven betting approach for prop bets, spread picks and over/unders. 

TNF matchup presents value, so let's dive right in 

Tonight's Thursday Night Football game is likely not the one schedule-makers anticipated it would be, so while the firepower may not be at full-force, it's still NFL. And we're still betting.

TNF long play prop: Rookie receiver offers betting value

Alec Pierce's long catch props have been a mixed bag for YB's Griffin Carroll so far this season. But Griffin is back on the Pierce train this week.  

NHL props: Teams to consider targeting early in the season

The NHL season is underway. YB's Griffin Carroll says it's important to take stock of which teams are the best to target for player props.

NHL futures: 2023 Hart Trophy betting odds and prediction

The Hart Trophy is awarded to the most valuable player in the NHL, with Toronto Maple Leaf Auston Matthews bringing home the honors this past season. Who will win the Hart this season? YB's Griffin Carroll looks for value in the futures market.

Best TD prop targets for NFL Week 5: Data to help your parlays

More than half the touchdown targets we highlighted last week scored, including some big games from the Houston running backs, Rashaad Penny and Austin Ekeler.  YB's Griffin Carroll's approach here is a simple one: this is a resource.

Best and worst NFL teams to bet on through four weeks

There are just five perfect betting teams left in the NFL. One is against the spread, one is perfect to the over, and three teams have gone under in all four games they've played. And then there's the Panthers.

NHL Futures: Kings look like a strong bet in the West

Yesterday, we took a look at the Eastern Conference ahead of the new NHL season, and now we turn to the other side of the league. The new hockey season starts Friday, it's time to apprise ourselves of the big moves this offseason and where each team stands in the betting market.

Look for Angels to lead hit parade

Nice Monday night here, as the under and our wide receiver parlay both easily came through. We keep the train rolling on Tuesday by turning to the diamond and looking to the bats.

NHL Futures: Toronto is East favorite, but do the Leafs deserve your $upport?

It doesn't feel that long ago that we were watching the Colorado Avalanche hoist the Stanley Cup, and already it's time for the 2022-23 NHL season. YB's Griffin Carroll finds some value in Eastern Conference futures.

Catch these MNF props while you can

We'll wrap Week 4 with an NFC West battle between the Rams and 49ers. In a wide open division, this is a critical early-season game for these two clubs.

MNF long play prop: Targeting the Rams' secondary

It's primetime again in the NFL, and around here that has meant good things. YB's Griffin Carroll is 8-1 on long play props on Thursday and Monday Night Football up to this point. Can he keep the roll going?

Three player props for NFL Week 4

If you're looking for some more action tomorrow in the NFL, we've got you covered with three looks. Amari Cooper over 58.5 receiving yards (-113 CZR) Amari Cooper has back-to-back games with 101 yards, seeing 21 targets in the last two games from Jacoby Brissett.

NFL Week 4 long play props: Falcons, Lions, Steelers in good spots

We've already published one long reception prop for Sunday in London, and there are some good looking spots throughout the day.  Marcus Mariota over 36.5 long completion (-110 DK) I can't make up my mind between Kyle Pitts and Drake London, I truly think they both look like great options today.

NFL London game player prop: Chris Olave is rolling

Nothing like football, coffee and eggs to start our Sunday this week. The Vikings and Saints will get our Week 4 Sunday started with a 9:30 a.m ET kickoff, and luckily for us, YB's Griffin Carroll has an angle that looks solid for a long reception prop.

NFL Week 4 betting guide: Monday night pick

Get prepped for NFL Week 4 here, with betting notes, news and recommendations every game on the schedule, including the key matchup on Monday night. Read, get smart, and win your bets!

Zach's back, and the Jets look good ATS

We've nearly reached October, and there's no better way to spend a fall weekend than watching football and cheering on some bets. There's plenty to like on the gridiron this weekend, let's touch on a few looks.

Best TD prop targets for NFL Week 4: Build your own winner

Last week, YB's Griffin Carroll highlighted 10 teams and a positional group for potential touchdowns. Of those 10, eight delivered. Griffin is back with more great leads on TDs. Pick your favorites and cash in!

TNF player props: Great game to bet on big plays

Just like that, we are back for another fresh week of NFL. YB's Griffin Carroll says these Thursday and Monday night games have been extremely kind to our long play props.

Ja'Marr Chase puts muscle in this SGP for TNF

What did we used to do without Thursday Night Football? Only two days off without football is an extremely manageable break, but we're glad that Week 4 is already here.

Best and worst NFL teams to bet on through three weeks

Betting trends matter, and being abreast of where teams stand should be an important step in your NFL research. We highlighted the best and worst teams against the spread (ATS) last week, along with the best teams at going over or under, and Week 3 held true for many of these teams.

These K plays are more than OK

It was nice to wrap Week 3 strong with that +155 SGP hit last night on "Monday Night Football," a good boost to the bankroll. We turn to MLB today and the strikeout market to keep the good times rolling.

MNF player prop: Noah Brown's night

Sunday's long play props went 3-5, which is of course not to the standard we'd like to see. However, these standalone prime time games have been kind to us, with long play props 6-0 this year on TNF and MNF.

Daniel Jones anchors SGP on Monday Night Football

We hope you had yourself a winning NFL Sunday, and before we put Week 3 to bed we have ourselves an NFC East clash on Monday Night Football.  

NFL props: Betting on big plays from five players this Sunday

Earlier this week we highlighted three receivers in a good spot for a long catch, so don't miss out on those spots. As we approach NFL Week 3, we have five more spots that look good.

NFL Week 3 betting guide: Spotlight turns to MNF

Just like that, we're full steam ahead into Week 3. The theme of this weekend's action seems to be road favorites, as the vast majority of games have a road team favored to win.