It appears that Dave Portnoy’s knack for predicting NFL matchwinners has waned. In the past, he frequently favored the Cincinnati Bengals, rarely considering other teams. His ‘charm’ seemed to be Joe Burrow‘s obvious talent when supporting the Bengals. However, following Joe’s threatening injury, Dave Portnoy has shifted his focus to finding winners among other NFL teams.

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This Sunday, the Miami Dolphins faced their rival the Raiders. Even after some miscues, the Dolphins bagged another win in the trot, overpowering the Raiders. However, Dave Portnoy didn’t see that coming and the CEO has taken to social media to discuss something more.?

Dave Portnoy and the misjudgment that cost him dearly?

On Sunday, the Miami Dolphins trembled in the field several times while facing the Raiders. If Dolphins’ Tua Tagovailoa claimed to be the boomer, then Tyreek Hill stood for the Dolphins in that game. However, some extraordinary movements from the Raiders might have made Dave Portnoy ignore the winning chance of the Dolphins. His post-match X-tweet has shown his utter disbelief in the scoreline.

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After losing a double bet, Dave Portnoy has vented most of his anger on the match decisions. Meanwhile, the late injury of Joe Burrow has seemed to be another perpetrator to make Dave call wrong. At least, Dave has admitted that in his post. However, the reality seems to be the opposite. Despite some overturned TDs mentioned by Dave, the Raiders could not Stop Tyreek Hill from scoring on his choice in that game. Miami Dolphins capitalized on those movements and TDs from Tyreek Hill.?

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The ripple effect of Joe Burrow’s injury?

Joe Burrow’s injury news might have given Dave Portnoy a distinct feeling. Before the injury came in, Joe clinched the position of highest-paid NFL player in September this year. Not just that, Burrow took the team victorious in back-to-back 2022 Super Bowl and AFC title games.?

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That must be the reason for Dave Portnoy’s larger stake investment in Joe Burrow. Previously, he mostly preferred to bet on the Bengals and Eagles. Nonetheless, in the NFL, the double wrong calls on the same day have seemed to be unmatched by Dave Portnoy’s characters. Now, only the future would answer how Dave’s future callouts turn up.?

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Prasun Chakrabarty is a Senior Writer in the Olympic Sports division at EssentiallySports, where he covers track and field, gymnastics, swimming, and other Olympic disciplines. A seasoned journalist with three years at the company, Prasun's extensive knowledge and passion for track and field were evident from day one. With years of connections and research already established, he brought a unique edge to the ES Insights and Trends Desk. He has since become a key voice in the company's Olympic sports coverage. His star coverage includes World Athletics Indoor Championships, USATF Outdoor Championships, and reporting live from the U.S. Marathon Trials. His expertise earned him a special invitation from the Paris City Council to cover lead-up events ahead of the 2024 Olympics. Over time, his stories have sparked real-world impact. His piece on athlete mental toughness drew praise from Texas Volleyball head coach Jerritt Elliott, while a feature on winter sports caught the attention of Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn, who engaged with it publicly. His reporting has made its way into Wikipedia, where editors have cited his work as a trusted source on Olympic sports. Being an alum of the Journalistic Excellence Program (JEP) and an active member of the ES Think Tank, he’s part of the team driving the site’s long-term coverage strategy.

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