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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: Wyatt works

As Tulane opposes high-profile USC and Heisman Trophy Winner Caleb Williams in the Cotton Bowl, the King of Props is backing a Green Wave grinder for his top prop.

King of Props: Otton with hands like cotton

The King of Props is backing one of Tom Brady's newer targets as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers take on the Carolina Panthers. The Bucs can clinch the division and ensure a home playoff game with a win.

King of Props: Miller Time on NYE

In Saturday's New Year's Eve national semifinal matchup between returning participant Michigan (No. 2) and upstart TCU (No. 3), the King of Props looks to the upstart for his top prop for the Fiesta Bowl at 4 p.m. Eastern.

King of Props: Estimating desire

As Notre Dame looks to conclude 2022 with a victory against South Carolina in the Gator Bowl, the King of Props is backing the Fighting Irish's bruising ballcarrier for his top prop.

King of Props: Offensive onslaught

Michael Penix Jr.’s decision to transfer to Washington and play for Kalen DeBoer, his former offensive coordinator at Indiana, has worked out pretty well. The King of Props has his eye on one of Penix's targets.

King of Props: Dak in action

With some NFL teams jockeying for playoff position and others deciding whether starters should be rested, the King of Props is backing a motivated player.

King of Props: Neal before the throne

With the Kansas Jayhawks looking to win their first bowl game since 2008, the King of Props is backing a native son in today's Liberty Bowl.

King of Props: Answering McCall

With Coastal Carolina and East Carolina squaring off in the TicketSmarter Birmingham Bowl, the King of Props has tickets for an aerial show.

King of Props: Out of the Woods

While he’s unlikely to show the Super Bowl-winning form he flashed with the Eagles, Nick Foles figures to connect with the subject of the top prop from the King of Props.

King of Props: Better to receive

Although Russell Wilson hasn’t eclipsed 300 passing yards since the season opener, the King of Props likes him to do enough to deliver our top prop for Broncos-Rams.

King of Props: Fields of vision

In a team game like football, it’s rare that an NFL player talks about his personal goals. But since a prominent one recently did, his admitted desire to set a new record warrants the King of Props' backing for today’s top prop.

King of Props: Heart of the offense

Because the pandemic disrupted the 2020-21 sports seasons, student-athletes were granted an additional year of eligibility by the NCAA. As a result, it’s not uncommon to feel like a prominent player has been at a school for as long as you can remember. The King of Props focuses on one of those guys today.

King of Props: Grounded Jet

As the New York Jets prepare to host the Jacksonville Jaguars three days before Christmas, it appears that snow will be avoided, but the expected weather still factors into the King of Props' decision for top prop.

King of Props: South Alabama vs. Western Kentucky in New Orleans Bowl offers a Big Easy betting opportunity

Western Kentucky and South Alabama square-off in the New Orleans Bowl and we're hunting for betting value. 

King of Props: Cooking up production

The Famous Idaho Potato Bowl checks so many boxes for what makes bowl season the best. And one of them helps explain the King of Props' pick for the game.

King of Props: Baker’s dozen

After being traded by the Browns and released by the Panthers, Baker Mayfield has landed on his feet in Los Angeles. And he's landed on the King of Props' radar.

King of Props: Charging toward the finish line

Because the Tennessee Titans have the clear inside track to win the dismal AFC South, today’s game means more to the Los Angeles Chargers – and the King of Props is backing a throwing thoroughbred to show a strong closing kick.

King of Props: Restored rushing attack

The Baltimore Ravens currently hold a 35-12 advantage in the series with the Cleveland Browns, and if they’re going to earn the victory that achieves the 75% mark, it will probably be powered by the player the King of Props likes for our top prop.

King of Props: Warding off frustration

With the presence of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel contributing to the distractions that Fresno State and Washington State must face, the King of Props likes this underperformance for his top prop in the Jimmy Kimmel LA Bowl.

King of Props: Tez the season

The eighth-annual Cure Bowl in Orlando features a pair of 11-2 teams, with Troy from the Sun Belt taking on UTSA from Conference USA. In the only bowl game that’s a matchup of two conference champions, one side’s most prolific pass catcher gets the King of Props' backing for top prop.

King of Props: Striking gold

Despite playing in the same division as last season’s champion (Rams) and first wild card (Cardinals), the 49ers and Seahawks are the only teams still vying for NFC West supremacy. And that's where the King of Props finds his prop for Thursday Night Football.

King of Props: Hunter will be a gatherer

As the New England Patriots look to climb above .500 in pursuit of another playoff appearance, the King of Props likes one of the Pats' pass catchers to deliver our top prop.

King of Props: Targeting a Terp-turned-Titan

As the Tennessee Titans and Jacksonville Jaguars prepare to meet for the first time this year, the host TItans remain considerably better and the King of Props is backing a Tennessee rookie for his top prop.

King of Props: Adams is like family

Chemistry between a quarterback and a receiver is a fundamental part of offensive success in the NFL. That's why the King of Props likes this play for tonight's 'Thursday Night Football' matchup between the Raiders and Rams.

King of Props: Red Rifle firing blanks

Jameis Winston began this season as the incumbent starting quarterback for the Saints. But he lost the gig after laboring to play through a back injury, and the man who has replaced him is the subject of tonight’s top prop from the King of Props.