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Michael Calabrese

Michael Calabrese

About the Author

Michael Calabrese is a sports handicapper for Action Network, with expertise in college football and basketball. His work has been featured on various platforms, including the New York Post, ESPN Radio, VSIN, Saturday Down South, theScore, MSN, and the Fox Sports Engage Network. He specializes in sports betting and fantasy coverage and has conducted sitdown interviews with Deion Sanders, Robert Griffin III and Damian Lillard. You can find his written stories, podcasting and video work these days on Action Network.
His first book will be published in the spring of 2024, settling once and for all which college football team is truly the GOAT. Follow him on X for college sports talk and betting advice @EastBreese.

The Archive

Jac Caglianone's Gators are a sleeper in the College World Series.

College World Series prediction: Why Jac Caglianone and Florida may win it all

June 13, 2024 | 10:00am

Sportsbooks have installed the Florida Gators as the longest shot in the field.

Why it's wise to bet the Georgia Bulldogs to win the College world Series

Why we're betting on Georgia to win the College World Series

May 27, 2024 | 11:51am

The Georgia Bulldogs are the blue-blood baseball team worth betting on after the SEC Tournament.

The Anteaters have a Cinderella formula not all that dissimilar from mid-majors on the hardwood.

Why this College World Series long shot is worth a wager

May 17, 2024 | 5:30pm

Here is my favorite to win the College World Series before the Division I regionals begin on May 31.

Miami could make noise with quarterback Cam Ward.

Why Miami, Boise State offer value in national championship futures

May 7, 2024 | 10:26am

These two teams have long odds that offer value to bettors.

Brian Gutekunst (left) has picked a defensive back in the first round three times since taking over as Packers GM in 2018.

Why Green Bay will target this position in the NFL draft

April 24, 2024 | 1:00pm

When you’re attempting to predict what teams will do in the NFL Draft, there are a handful of variables to consider.

In less than three months, Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy went from a Day 2 draft prospect to a possible top-five pick.

Why J.J. McCarthy will be a top-5 draft pick

April 23, 2024 | 2:15pm

Why J.J. McCarthy -- the most polarizing quarterback in this year’s NFL draft -- could have a short wait in the green room on Thursday.

Quinyon Mitchell's off-the-charts testing at the combine puts him squarely in play for the first cornerback off the board in the NFL draft.

Target these two bets in the NFL draft cornerback market

April 19, 2024 | 9:00am

We make a prediction for the first cornerback off the board in the NFL draft and the position the Eagles will take first.

Donovan Clingan is a player to fade in the national championship game.

Fade this star in Monday's UConn-Purdue matchup

April 8, 2024 | 5:00pm

It might seem risky, but fading the hot hand is the right choice in this game.

UConn coach Dan Hurley (l) and Purdue coach Matt Painter (r) battle for the national title game.

Target this game prop for UConn vs. Purdue

April 8, 2024 | 3:00pm

Before plopping cash down on the Huskies, keep in mind that Purdue has been historically good against the spread (ATS) when facing ranked opponents. 

The Crimson Tide will take on the Huskies in the Final Four.

How to bet on UConn-Alabama Final Four matchup

April 6, 2024 | 3:00pm

If Alabama can connect on five or six 3s in the first 20 minutes, I think they’re a live dog to enter the locker room with the lead.

Braden Smith #3 of the Purdue Boilermakers dribbles the ball up court during the first half of a NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament - Midwest Regional game against the Tennessee Volunteers.

Make this prop bet ahead of Purdue-NC State

April 6, 2024 | 1:00pm

Here's where there's value in the player prop market for North Carolina State-Purdue.

Grant Nelson and the Crimson Tide are looking to move on to the Final Four on Saturday.

March Madness 2024: Bet on the Crimson Tide on Saturday night

March 30, 2024 | 3:30pm

A surprising West Region final between a pair of surging teams takes place on Saturday, with a spot in the Final Four on the line.

UConn will play Illinois in the Elite 8 on Saturday.

How to bet the total in Illinois-UConn

March 30, 2024 | 1:00pm

Saturday’s East Regional final gives us a heavyweight bout between two offensive juggernauts.

Baylor Bears guard RayJ Dennis (10) in the first half of a Big 12 tournament semifinal game between the Baylor Bears and Iowa State Cyclones.

Two Final Four picks to wager on

March 17, 2024 | 8:00am

With most automatic bids already punched from coast to coast, it’s almost time for the Big Dance. 

Mark Byington

Picks against the spread for Kansas-Houston, James Madison-Marshall

March 9, 2024 | 11:48am

Saturday provides a mix of heavyweight, ranked matchups and exciting mid-major tournament play.