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He will tee off Thursday as the outright favorite for the title with oddsmakers.

McIlroy's In Woods Territory Richard Gillis 2011

If the oddsmakers were always right, we'd be 7-4 and not sitting here (to play for the national championship).

Lack of respect dogs No. 1 Oklahoma 2001

These changes are reflected by oddsmakers that set lines every week to show which team the public expects to win the Super Bowl.

What a Difference Three Weeks Can Make 2010

This week, they're expected to beat the Chiefs by 12.29 points versus the nine-point advantage drawn up by Vegas oddsmakers.

NFL Week 14: The Massey-Peabody Power Rankings Michael Salfino 2011

Martin Johnson's tough defense won't allow Ireland so many opportunities and English should overcome the four-point handicap offered by most oddsmakers.

Tip of the Day 2011

The teams whose odds plummeted the most are typically league doormats because oddsmakers are hesitant to make any team a huge underdog before Week 1.

What a Difference Three Weeks Can Make 2010

Associated Press Detroit Lions kicker Jason Hanson It's October, and the Detroit Lions still haven't lost, which has surprised even casino oddsmakers.

The Lions Remain 'Dogs in NFC North Division 2011

But recent performances suggest England should overcome a five-point handicap, available at 10/11 with most oddsmakers.

Tip of the Day 2011

Following a 1-1 draw in the first leg of this Champions League round-of-16 game, Madrid enters the decisive second leg with homefield advantage, holding an edge in the tiebreaker thanks to its away goal, and as a heavy favorite with oddsmakers.

Tip of the Day 2011

Clearly this statistic doesn't impress the oddsmakers, who have the Chiefs as eight-point underdogs when they visit the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.

Where Are All the Undefeated Teams? 2010