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John Dudley

A longtime writer and sports bettor, John Dudley has been dubbed the “King of Props” for his proficiency with proposition wagers. Research is the key that routinely unlocks success, and his selections are always backed by sound reasoning. John can be followed on Twitter @JohnDudley85.

King of Props: A quarterback’s mindset

Two of the QBs taken in the first round of the 2021 draft, the Bears’ Justin Fields and the Patriots’ Mac Jones, will renew acquaintances on Monday Night Football. And one of their receivers will benefit. So rules the King of Props.

King of Props: Ever ready for revenge

Single-digit numbers weren’t allowed for tight ends in the NFL until last year. The King of Props is jumping on a TE who wears lucky No. 7, just in time for Week 7. 

King of Props: Orange squeezers

Today's matchup between fifth-ranked Clemson and No. 14 Syracuse is a battle of unbeaten ACC foes. The home-standing Tigers are favored by two touchdowns. And that's a big factor for the King of Props' play for Saturday.  

King of Props: Youngster has earned trust

For some viewers, the recent Thursday night games may be causing flashbacks to youth football. The last two weeks have seen the winning team score all of 12 points and the losing team finish in single digits. That ends tonight, and the King of Props' TNF prop is one reason why.

King of Props: Russ reverts to running

In his 10 years as the quarterback of the Seahawks, Russell Wilson never played Monday road games twice in the same season. But just six weeks into his Broncos career, he’s already making his third appearance in prime time and competing as a visitor on Monday Night Football for the second time.

King of Props: GOAT should continue to torment

The fine football fans in Pittsburgh have already seen enough of Tom Brady to last a lifetime. As the starting quarterback for the Patriots, his record against the Steelers was 9-3 in the regular season and 3-0 in the postseason. The King of Props says look for more from the GOAT today.

King of Props: Ott to be good

In the Pac-12, a conference whose name actually reflects the current number of member schools, there’s little question about which football team is 12th. And there's little question about who the King of Props likes today. 

King of Props: Man in the middle

On the heels of a Thursday night yawner that saw the Colts and Broncos combine for seven field goals and zero touchdowns, we now get the 2-3 Bears hosting the 1-4 Commanders. With offensive fireworks unlikely again, we’re optimistic about hitting our top prop play.

King of Props: Big-game Hunter

The rivalry between the Chiefs and Raiders dates back to the days of the AFL, before the Dallas Texans relocated to Kansas City. The two teams have competed as AFC West foes since the 1970 merger, and they’ve met on Monday Night Football seven times, with the Chiefs holding a 4-3 advantage.

King of Props: Dre day

Never fear, the King of Props is here and he's got a hot one for today's game between the Detroit Lions and New England Patriots. Read, learn, and cash in those tickets.  

King of Props: Longhorn going long

Call the annual game between Oklahoma and Texas the “Red River Shootout,” as it was long known, or call it the “Red River Rivalry,” or call it the “Red River Showdown.” No matter what you call it, the King of Props calls it a winning proposition.

King of Props: Courting greatness

A week ago, this Thursday night matchup between the Colts and Broncos looked like a showdown between two of the league’s best young running backs. What a difference a week makes.

King of Props: Former backup has seized opportunity

Battling for NFC West supremacy in recent years, the Rams and 49ers have become very familiar foes. The King of Props has a play worthy of this storied rivalry.

King of Props: Rolling with a rookie

As the Tennessee Titans visit Indianapolis and try to even their record on the first Sunday of October, a rookie playmaker will be counted on to take another step forward. And the King of Props is all over it.

King of Props: Cowboy in space

Two ranked rivals meet in Waco on Saturday afternoon as No. 16 Baylor hosts No. 9 Oklahoma State. When these teams faced off in last year’s Big 12 Championship Game, the Cowboys held hopes of making the College Football Playoff, but it was the Bears who emerged victorious.

King of Props: Overflowing cup of Joe

Through three weeks, the Dolphins stand as the only undefeated team in the AFC, posting a 3-0 record both straight up and against the spread. On Thursday night, they are in Cincinnati to take on the defending conference champions.

King of Props: Sterling showing in prime time

A storied NFC East rivalry adds another chapter when the Giants host the Cowboys tonight at MetLife Stadium. This will be the 12th time the two teams have met on Monday Night Football, with Dallas holding an 8-3 series advantage.

King of Props: Jag should keep cruising along

After having his development stunted by a coach whose tenure in the NFL lasted just 13 games, second-year Jacksonville quarterback Trevor Lawrence is flourishing under Doug Pederson.

King of Props: Hypin’ the hyphen

Minnesota has opened the season with three absolutely dominant performances, beating New Mexico State, Western Illinois and Colorado by an average score of 50-6. And the King of Props likes a Golden Gopher for Saturday.

King of Props: Looks like easy Pickens

Pittsburgh and Cleveland have a football rivalry that’s the oldest in the AFC, dating back more than 70 years. The King of Props isn't quite that old, but he's here and he's counting on the Steelers' newest weapon to deliver a prop play on Thursday night.

King of Props: Brown can deliver the green

Having two NFL games to watch on a Monday night had historically been limited to a doubleheader capping the opening week. But this year, the league has given us a pair of games in Week 2 and they’re largely on opposite each other.

King of Props: The future is now at tight end

The Rams lost their season opener at home. They get another game at SoFi Stadium in Week 2 and draw what figures to be an easier opponent in the Falcons. The King of Props sees a big opportunity there.

King of Props: Familiarity breeds passing attempts

The transfer portal has made it much easier for a college football coach to assemble talent and put a winning product on the field. When Kalen DeBoer got the Washington job in late November 2021, he inherited a team that had gone 4-8 in the just-concluded season.

King of Props: Backing a backup back

This season’s second Thursday night game features a pair of AFC West rivals in what’s expected to be a high-scoring affair. The Chiefs, who erupted for a league-best 44 points in Week 1, are looking to avenge last year’s home loss to the Chargers.

King of Props: Riding with Russ

Week 1 of the NFL season concludes with the new Monday Night Football tandem of Joe Buck and Troy Aikman calling an eagerly anticipated matchup. The King of Props is on a roll, and he has a strong play for tonight.