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Michael has been associated with sports journalism since 2002, when he had his very first post released in a newspaper (keep in mind those?). In the time because, he's had various functions as a press reporter and editor, including stints at theScore as a copy editor and NFL news editor, and Sportsbook Review as a publishing editor. He's been featured on CBC's network of radio stations, offering analysis on the NFL and the sports betting market.


What makes Michael McClymont a specialist?


Michael joined Covers in 2023 as the senior news editor of the industry news team.


A devoted sports fan and diehard NFL fan, Michael has dabbled in sports wagering for years and is constantly on the lookout for live wagering chances.


Senior News Editor
October 2023 - Present


Super Bowl Quarterback Body Language Analysis: A Tale of Two Mindsets
Publication


How Sportsbooks Will Handle Bets on Vikings-Rams NFL Wild Card after Venue Change
Publication


Illegal Online Gambling Market Still Robust Despite Adoption of Legalized Sports Betting in America
Publication


Publishing Editor
October 2021 - October 2023


NFL Teams as Monopoly Squares
Publication


2022 NFL Mock Draft: Picks, Recommendations for Each 1st-Round Selection
Publication


theScore, Inc.


. Copy Editor/ NFL News Editor
August 2014 - October 2021


Super Bowl LV Predictions: theScore Fantasy Football Podcast with Justin Boone
Podcast


Michael graduated from Niagara College with a Print Journalism diploma. While completing the program, Michael likewise wrote for the Niagara Falls Review and St. Catharines Standard, landing agreement positions with both.


Niagara College


- Print Journalism


Brock University


- Bachelor of Arts (English Language and Literature)


Passion for composing


Michael has been a released author because his high school days. He's covered everything from small hockey, to curling, high school sports, and the significant pro leagues.


Football expertise


A former NFL news author and a devoted football fan, Michael devotes much of his sports attention to America's greatest league.


13+ years in sports journalism


Michael has been associated with sports journalism for more than a years.


How does Michael keep up to date?


Michael remains up to date by watching out for the most recent breaking sports wagering industry news and listening to market experts and experts.


X/Twitter


The very best method to get the most recent in sports betting is to watch on the news cycle as it occurs. X is often where news is shared initially.


American Gaming Association


The AGA offers timely updates, state-by-state profits figures, and across the country sports wagering information.


Industry News


Industry professionals Geoff Zochodne and Ryan Butler use their daily viewpoints and analysis. The whole news team provides day-to-day coverage, running the range of state, iGaming, and casino news.


Q&A with Michael


Both brand names of Football (college and the NFL) are my favorites to bank on, particularly on Saturday and Sunday afternoons when there are video games playing concurrently. I take pleasure in live wagering one of the most and love searching for edges while the odds and ratings are changing.


The develop to the Super Bowl is the finest, with the release of novelty props, including Halftime Show markets, which have been especially rewarding for me over the years. But for live betting, the very first two weeks of the March Madness tournament are a gambler's dream.


Competitive chances, extensive live betting and futures markets, and ease of withdrawal.


Bet within your methods and do not go after losses.


Avid wagerers ought to start their day by inspecting out the Covers' player prop forecast page, that includes a 5-star ranking system to identify the prop bets with the very best expected worth.


Mike's areas of knowledge


Michael cut his teeth first as a press reporter and after that as an editor. Editing is where he spends much of his time now, validating content with a fine-tooth comb.


News judgment


As senior news editor of the industry news group, Michael contributes to determining what gets the Covers level of news treatment daily.


Odds/Trends


Michael stays up to date with the most current in sports, consisting of chances motion and trends.


Mike's memories


Long odds


Searching for value and a long-shot play for Super MVP, I picked Julian Edelman at +4000 odds, and I'm happy I did. It was one of the most enjoyable I had seeing the Patriots in years.


♂ Tough break


I have actually because quit wagering on awards markets. If Damar Hamlin can't win Comeback Player of the Year after what he went through, and Kyle Shanahan can disappoint Coach of the Year despite utilizing three QBs to a 13-4 record, I desire no part of wagering on what a collection of voters will believe.


Michael's Articles


US Sports Betting Revenue & Handle: April 2026 Betting Market Handle


U.S. States With The Very Best Sports Bettors in 2026


The Integrity Monitor: Tracking Incidents of Athletes Betting on Sports


Las Vegas (Almost) Always Wins When it Concerns Super Bowl Betting


Most Bet Super Bowl LX Props at Various Sportsbooks


Drake Loses $1 Million Betting on Patriots to Win Super Bowl LX


Stake Gifts Drake $1M for His Birthday


Blue Jays Mania Taking Control Of Canadian Fans, Bettors Ahead of ALCS Game 7


It's not just Michael doing the research


John Middlekauff


John Middlekauff is a former NFL scout who worked for the Philadelphia Eagles before transitioning into media. Hes now the host of the popular 3 and Out podcast, where he shares insider analysis and sharp commentary on football and the NFL landscape.Catch John weekly during the NFL season with Joe Osborne on the Covers YouTube channel.