#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
Today’s Free Picks
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | (43) Pittsburgh Penguins at (44) Calgary Flames: Total | 9:37pm EST - Jan 21/2026 |
The PLAY: Total Over 5.5 (-130)
These teams recently played a 2-1 game, at Pittsburgh. Wednesday's rematch at Calgary should be considerably higher-scoring. Prior to last week's game, the previous four meetings between these teams all finished with a minimum of seven goals. The Penguins have scored 15 goals over their past three games, allowing 10. Expect a relatively high-scoring affair.
NFL Champion Ben Burns is a perfect 7-0 with his NFL, since Christmas. Don't miss this weekend's big play!
| Sport | Game Selection | Game Time |
|---|---|---|
| NHL | (23) Minnesota Wild at (24) Montreal Canadiens: Total | 7:07pm EST - Jan 20/2026 |
The PLAY: Total Over 6.0 (-115)
These teams are having some trouble keeping the puck out of the net recently. The Canadiens have allowed 10 goals over their past two games, scoring nine themselves. They've also scored four or more goals in six of their past 10, six or more goals in four of those. Going into Monday's game at Toronto, the Wild have allowed four or more goals six of their past seven games. The last time that they played two games in two days, the Wild combined with the Kings for nine goals. This has the look of another relatively high-scoring affair.
Defending football champion Ben Burns is a perfect 7-0 with his NFL since Christmas. He's #1 in the NFL again his season.
Consultant Bio
When industry insiders need a big win, many turn to Ben Burns. Known for consistently delivering on his biggest plays, Ben's reputation is legendary, making him the most popular handicapper in Covers history. With numerous documented #1 titles, he's proven his expertise time and time again. Beyond sports handicapping, he's also secured multiple DFS prizes of $300K or more.
Ben is a firm believer in hard work, dedicating long hours alongside a committed team. He handicaps all major North American sports, utilizing a wide range of strategies to gain an edge. His O/U selections are internationally recognized, and on most days, he releases 2-5 plays.