The Ringer Gambling Show Best Sporting Event of the Decade, Week 9 Recap, Cardinals-Cowboys Preview | The Ringer Gambling Show
Nov 3, 2025
Anthony Dabbundo, a contributor known for his sharp NFL insights, joins the discussion around whether the recent World Series is the best sporting event of the decade. The hosts dissect Week 9's shocking NFL upsets, particularly the concerning performances of the Packers and Lions. Dabbundo shares takeaways from the Colts and Seahawks games, including local atmospheres. The conversation also delves into the regression of the Lions' offense and the NFC North power dynamics, offering strategic bets for the upcoming week.
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Baseball's Big Moment Reignited Interest
- The 2023 World Series game seven created a rare, communal American sports moment comparable to iconic finals.
- Hosts argue baseball's profile could rebound if labor issues don't derail momentum.
Don’t Overreact To One-Off Regular-Season Wins
- Avoid overreacting to single regular-season wins when handicapping playoff potential.
- Use season patterns and matchup context rather than isolated blowouts to set futures or teasers.
Bills‑Chiefs Games Shape Perception
- The Chiefs-Bills regular-season matchup functions as an annual measuring stick influencing narratives and handicaps.
- Buffalo still needs division control and home seed to change playoff expectations despite big wins.