Betting Analyst Picks UNC and Jets as Underdogs in Week 3 and Week 2
Fox Sports betting analyst Will Hill is backing North Carolina to upset Clemson in college football and the New York Jets to beat the Green Bay Packers in the NFL. He cites UNC's strong start and Clemson's backup freshman quarterback as reasons for the pick. For the Jets, he sees value in the underdog role against the Packers.
UNC enters Saturday's matchup with Clemson amid notable off-field distractions, including the resignation of general manager Michael Lombardi and defensive coordinator Steve Belichick's medical leave. On the field, however, the Tar Heels are 2-0 with wins over TCU and East Tennessee State. Clemson will start 19-year-old true freshman backup Tait Reynolds at quarterback, a situation that plays into Belichick's defensive expertise.
The Jets limited Tennessee to just over 100 total yards in a 23-10 Week 1 win. New York hasn't started 2-0 since 2015. Green Bay arrives having lost five straight to end the 2025 regular season, blown an 18-point playoff lead, and surrendered another double-digit lead in a Week 1 loss to Minnesota.
This story reflects the growing mainstream integration of sports betting into sports media coverage, with analysts offering picks alongside traditional game analysis. Readers may be influenced in their wagering decisions, and the prominence of such content on major platforms could normalize gambling for broader audiences. The picks also highlight how coaching experience and team momentum are weighed against quarterback inexperience, giving casual fans insight into how oddsmakers evaluate matchups. However, the accessibility of betting content carries potential risks for problem gambling and financial harm among vulnerable viewers.