The countdown to the various championships of 2026 has begun, with analysts sharing their predictions for who will secure the trophies in college football, the Olympics, the Super Bowl, and more. This year marks the College Football Playoff”s National Championship on January 19, 2026, where the favorites currently are the Indiana Hoosiers at +125, Miami Hurricanes at +310, and Oregon Ducks at +320.
Analyst Pam Maldonado believes that the Hoosiers will emerge victorious, citing their strong defensive capabilities and discipline that shine in high-pressure situations. She argues that Indiana”s ability to force long drives and maintain composure during tight games gives them an edge. Maldonado”s parlay bets include the Hoosiers to win the CFP and Carlos Alcaraz to win the Australian Open, yielding odds of +485.
As the Olympic Winter Games approach from February 6-22, 2026, analyst Liz Loza has her sights set on Germany at +450 to capture the most gold medals. Despite Norway being the favorite, Loza points out that Germany”s previous performance and the retirement of key Norwegian competitors could open the door for an upset. Her ambitious parlay includes betting on Germany alongside the Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Phillies, with total odds of +72500.
Looking ahead to Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, analyst Seth Walder has placed his faith in the Denver Broncos at +650. He notes the favorable playoff landscape for the Broncos, who rank high in offensive efficiency since their Week 12 bye. Meanwhile, fellow analyst Matt Bowen prefers the Buffalo Bills at +1000, emphasizing the explosive potential of their offense led by Josh Allen.
In college basketball, Mark Zinno backs the Arizona Wildcats at +850 to win the men”s championship, praising their overall skill and athleticism. For the women”s tournament, the UConn Huskies lead the odds at -160, but teams like Texas and South Carolina provide serious competition.
The English Premier League will see its champion crowned in May, with analyst Victoria Matiash taking a risk on Aston Villa at +3500, highlighting their recent form. Meanwhile, analyst Dan Thomas supports Paris Saint-Germain at +700 to win the UEFA Champions League, noting their strong squad and favorable position compared to rivals.
As the NHL Stanley Cup Final approaches in June, Sean Allen predicts the Colorado Avalanche will triumph against the Florida Panthers, reflecting on their dominant regular season performance. In the NBA Finals, André Snellings is betting on the underdog Boston Celtics at +2500, contingent on the return of star player Jayson Tatum.
Finally, the FIFA World Cup in June and July has France as a favorite at +800, supported by their star player Kylian Mbappe. The culmination of the sports calendar will conclude with the World Series in October, where analyst Tristan H. Cockcroft is placing his bets on the Toronto Blue Jays at +1500, following their significant offseason investments.
