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Reporter: Pauly McGuire

Pauly McGuire is a novelist, sports writer, and sports bettor who specializes in the NBA and NFL.

He joined Casino.org in 2022 after 20 years of experience in the gaming industry with bylines in High Roller Magazine, Vegas Seven, MSN, and the UK Racing Post. He covered major spectacle events such as March Madness, the Iditarod, the Tour de France, the Oscars, and the World Series of Poker.

For nearly a decade, Pauly covered the international poker circuit in Europe, Latin America, and Australia. His critically acclaimed 2010 book "Lost Vegas" chronicled working at the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas while writing for Tao of Poker, Bluff Magazine, Fox Sports, and Poker Player Newspaper during the wildest days of the poker boom.

Pauly grew up in New York City, which is why he's a jaded fan of the New York Jets and Knicks. After residing in Las Vegas and Los Angeles for the last two decades, Pauly recently relocated to Denver, Colorado.

He's currently working on his fourth novel titled "The Kicker." His most recent novels -- "Guard This" (2021) and "Fried Peaches" (2018) -- are currently available on Amazon.

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550 stories by Pauly McGuire

Texans Tank Dell

Waiver Wire Pickups Week 4: Tank Dell, Joshua Palmer, De’Von Achane

Several key starters in the NFL went down with injuries in Week 3. Some potential waiver wire pickups for your fantasy football team in Week 4 include Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane, Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Joshua Palmer, and Houston...

Pauly McGuire September 26, 2023
Saints Derek Carr injury

New Orleans Saints Quarterback Derek Carr Now Week to Week After Scary Hit

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr sustained a shoulder injury in a Week 3 loss against the Green Bay Packers and is listed as week to week on the injury report. Carr took a big hit in the third quarter and exited...

Pauly McGuire September 26, 2023
Jimmy Garoppolo conucssion

Las Vegas Raiders Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo in Concussion Protocol

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo entered the NFL's concussion protocol after sustaining a head injury against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. The Steelers went on the road and defeated the Raiders, 23-18, in Sin City on Sunday Night Football. Congrats if...

Pauly McGuire September 26, 2023
Joe Burrow injury

Cincinnati Bengals QB Joe Burrow Questionable for ‘Monday Night Football’

Quarterback Joe Burrow is nursing a calf injury, and he will be a game-time decision for the Cincinnati Bengals tonight against the Los Angeles Rams on Monday Night Football. The Rams (1-1) and Bengals (0-2) square off in a rematch of Super...

Pauly McGuire September 25, 2023
Panthers Bryce Young

Carolina Panthers Rookie Quarterback Bryce Young to Miss Week 3

Rookie quarterback Bryce Young is nursing an ankle injury and he's not expected to start for the Carolina Panthers against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 3. Veteran quarterback Andy Dalton will start for the Panthers if Young doesn't suit up against the...

Pauly McGuire September 22, 2023
Browns Kareem Hunt

Cleveland Browns Sign Free Agent Running Back Kareem Hunt

Kareem Hunt returns to the Cleveland Browns after their former running back inked a one-year deal that could be worth up to $4 million. Hunt was the top free-agent running back on the open market who had yet to sign with a...

Pauly McGuire September 21, 2023
Anthony Richardson Colts concussion

Indianapolis Colts Rookie QB Anthony Richardson Enters Concussion Protocol

The Indianapolis Colts lost rookie quarterback Anthony Richardson to a head injury and a concussion on their way to a victory against the Houston Texans in Week 2. Richardson self-reported the concussion, and the team's medical staff evaluated him for a head...

Pauly McGuire September 18, 2023
Max Scherzer Rangers

Texas Rangers Pitcher Max Scherzer to Miss Remainder of Season

Veteran hurler Max Scherzer will not pitch for the Texas Rangers for the remainder of the regular season because of a muscle injury, and he's doubtful to take the mound in the playoffs. The Rangers have not qualified for the playoffs since...

Pauly McGuire September 14, 2023
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson, seen here with a reception against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 1 at Heinz Field, could miss several weeks with a hamstring injury. (Image: Getty)

Pittsburgh Steelers Lose Diontae Johnson, Cam Heyward for Several Weeks

The Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Diontae Johnson sustained a hamstring injury in the season opener against the San Francisco 49ers. The Steelers also lost six-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Cam Heyward to a groin injury in Week 1. The Steelers were a...

Pauly McGuire September 13, 2023
Rams Puka Nacua

Week 2 Wide Receiver Waiver Wire Pickups: Puka Nacua, Kendrick Bourne

If you need a wide receiver for your fantasy football team, take a look at potential Week 2 waiver wire pickups, including Puka Nacua (Los Angeles Rams), Kendrick Bourne (New England Patriots), and Zay Jones (Jacksonville Jaguars). There’s plenty of options to...

Pauly McGuire September 12, 2023