#1 THIS SEASON | #1 LAST SEASON | #1 SINCE 2002 | PERFECT 7-0 SINCE CHRISTMAS!
Defending/Reigning Champion Ben Burns is now a PERFECT 7-0 in the NFL since Christmas. His 5% play in the WC Rd was a never in doubt winner. Ditto for the Div. Rd. Since September, Ben is 41-18 (+75.89), which is the #1 NFL record.
Better still, Burns has the #1 NFL record since late 2022, the year he arrived on the network. During that time, he's a REMARKABLE 193-117 (+173.47) -- that's 62% winners over more 300 plays.
Ben's success dominance in the NFL playoffs is well-documented. He's been delivering at this time of the year for more than two decades. This is another ABSOLUTE "MUST PLAY" You don't want to wait!
Ben Burns' NFL
This season: 47-28 (+52.46) *Includes poor preseason
Last season: 57-28 (+63.19) *Includes terrific preseason
Since 2022: 193-117 (+173.47) *Every NFL play since Dec 2022
Member Notes
- #1 FOOTBALL HANDICAPPER LAST SEASON
- #1 NBA HANDICAPPER ALL-TIME
- #1 COLLEGE HOOPS RECORD ALL-TIME
- #1 OVERALL RECORD SINCE SUMMER
- #1 BIG GAME HOOPS RECORD ALL-TIME
Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | (19) New York Islanders at (20) Vancouver Canucks: Moneyline | 10:07pm EST - Jan 19/2026 |
The PLAY: New York Islanders -140
These days, Vancouver is where teams come to get healthy. The Canucks are winless in 2026. Since a victory on 12/29, they've gone 0-10. They've been blanked twice over their past five. Over their past six games, they've been outscored 28-6. They aren't the same team which defeated the Isles on 12/19.
While the Canucks may or may not be anxious to stop the bleeding, the Islanders should definitely motivated to avoid getting swept in the season series. This is the sixth leg of a 7-game road trip. They've been alternating wins and losses on the trip. Off a setback last game, they're 2-3 so far, hungry to bounce back. Including the Isles' 5-2 win here last season, the road team has won four straight meetings. Given the Canucks' current struggles, the price is fair.
Consultant Bio
When industry insiders really need a big win, many put their trust in Ben Burns. Ben's ability to consistently deliver with his biggest plays is legendary. It made him the single most popular handicapper in the history of Covers. Burns has numerous documented #1 titles to his credit. In addition to being a champion sports handicapper, he's taken down multiple DFS prizes of $300K or greater.
Ben believes that there's no substitute for hard work. He logs long hours and is surrounded by a team of assistants who do the same. Ben plays all the major North American sports and uses a vast variety of handicapping strategies to beat them. Burns' O/U selections are internationally renowned. On most days, he'll have between 2-5 plays.