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Nick Friar

Nick Friar

Nick wears a few hats as a Content Specialist at DraftKings. As an ex-college baseball player (Northwestern), he loves to dig into MLB. But having covered the NBA as a writer before he began contributing to DK, Nick does just as much basketball, along with NFL.

Latest articles from Nick Friar

Cooper Kupp stats: Trending NFL player prop on DraftKings Sportsbook

Cooper Kupp stats: Trending NFL player prop on DraftKings Sportsbook

One of the most popular plays on DraftKings Sportsbook heading into the first Sunday of the NFL season is Cooper Kupp’s receptions prop. With the line set at 5.5, the over is seeing significant action. The over has -145 odds, while the under is at +115 as of writing. With the help of Simplebet, we […]

September 6, 2024

NFL Pick6: DraftKings Picks for Week 1 main slate

NFL Pick6: DraftKings Picks for Week 1 main slate

DraftKings players looking to learn more about Pick6 can go here. Let’s get into picks worth considering from the NFL’s first main slate, which features eight games. Play at DraftKings Pick6 or by downloading the DraftKings Pick6 app on Apple or Google New England Patriots at Cincinnati Bengals Jacoby Brissett Passing Yards: 203.5 Cincinnati doesn’t […]

September 4, 2024

Broncos Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Broncos Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

No team has longer odds to win it all this season than Denver at +30000. That makes it harder to attack the Broncos in DraftKings Sportsbook’s Futures market, but there are other options of a similar vein. Before looking into those, here are the Broncos’ odds for the Futures available on DraftKings Sportsbook: The “NAME […]

August 29, 2024

Commanders Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Commanders Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

The Commanders have an interesting mix of offensive talent this season. While they still have an uphill battle in the NFC East, Washington could surprise some teams — especially in a division where a lot can go wrong quickly. Here’s a look the bets available in DraftKings Sportsbook’s Futures market, as well as the odds […]

August 29, 2024

Panthers Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Panthers Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Only one team has longer odds to be crowned champion than Carolina going into the 2024 NFL season. Similar to some of the other teams with longer odds to win their respective divisions, the Futures market is a tough way to back bet on the Panthers. But, there are alternative options. Before getting to that, […]

August 28, 2024

The Rings of Power Season 2: Sauron and other Season 1 storylines to remember

The Rings of Power Season 2: Sauron and other Season 1 storylines to remember

The two-year wait is at an end. The second season of The Rings of Power is set to begin on Amazon on Thursday. As tends to be the case with J.R.R. Tolkien’s world, there was a lot to take in. Given the layoff, it’s easy to forget some of what happened. Here’s a quick refresher […]

August 28, 2024

Raiders Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Raiders Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

The only thing that appears clear in the AFC West is the Chiefs are in position to reign supreme again. The Chargers seem to have the edge should Kansas City run into a stretch of bad luck, while the Raiders sit third with +1000 odds under “DIVISION WINNER” in the Futures market on DraftKings Sportsbook. […]

August 28, 2024

Saints Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Saints Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

The NFC South may have a clear favorite when you look at the odds for “DIVISION WINNER” DraftKings Sportsbook’s Futures market, but things could change rapidly in this division. The Saints are +400 to win the NFC South, with the Falcons being -130 favorites and Tampa Bay sandwiched between at +320. But that’s just one […]

August 27, 2024

Seahawks Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Seahawks Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Back-to-back years, Seattle has managed to finish 9-8. One season, that record resulted in a playoff berth. In the other, they came up short of postseason play. The Seahawks have some interesting odds in DraftKings Sportsbook’s Futures market. Here’s a look at how those lay out: The “NAME THE FINALISTS” and “EXACT RESULT” sections of […]

August 27, 2024

Arizona Cardinals Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Arizona Cardinals Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

It’s been a bit since Arizona’s strong 2021. The Cardinals did add Marvin Harrison Jr. via the draft this offseason, but the odds seem to indicate that wasn’t enough to give them an edge just yet. That said, there’s some significant value available in DraftKings Sportsbook’s Futures market for those who think Arizona will get […]

August 26, 2024

Giants Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Giants Bets: DraftKings Sportsbook NFL futures to consider

Half the NFC East teams are playoff contenders this season, but the Giants do not appear to be one of them. Ahead of Week 1, New York’s NFC squad is +2000 to win its division, carrying more than double the odds of Washington (+900), who finished last in the NFC East a season ago. Attacking […]

August 26, 2024