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Million Dollar Marco lays $200,000 on Tennessee Volunteers to win March Madness
Million Dollar Marco is throwing down wagers on March Madness.
Putting his bet down on DraftKings, Marco Piemonte, formerly of Betr Media, laid down a big wager on the Tennessee Volunteers to win the college basketball national championship.
His $200,000 wager at 14/1 will win $3 million if Tennessee does make it through the gauntlet of top teams in front of them.
KenPom has the Volunteers ranked No. 7 overall in adjusted efficiency margin, behind Alabama, Auburn, Arizona, Connecticut, Purdue and Houston.
The odds don’t exactly showcase those respected rankings, though, as Tennessee still has the fifth-best odds on the board for the March Madness Tournament.
Auburn actually comes in behind Tennessee at 18/1 despite having the same 20-6 overall record as the Volunteers.
Alabama understandably sits as the lowest of the group in terms of odds at 20/1, despite undoubtedly being talented.
Their 19-7 record could provide some seeding problems for the Crimson Tide once mid-March rolls around.
Piemonte is known to be fearless when firing from the hip on these bets.
You may remember when the Rams won the Super Bowl in 2022, he had a $117,750 bet on the Rams to win the Big Game.
That wager won him $1,118,625, and just like that, “Million Dollar” Marco was born.
His 2023 March Madness Tournament results left much to be desired, as Piemonte claimed to end the college basketball season down $105,000.
“Ended “March madness” down 105k,” Piemonte wrote in an Instagram post.
Betting on College Basketball?
“Had a lot of W’s & a lot of L’s, but I’ll NEVER ever let losing control my emotions- we had pictures scheduled for tonight & even though Texas lost I went outside & smiled for family pictures ❤️
On to the next bet – next game – next million-dollar win! Melt down hurt bad, though I won’t lie to you.”
He looks to reverse his fortunes and then some with this sly bet on the Volunteers.
The Tennessee Titans’ search for their next head coach is coming into focus, and the initial interview phase is in full swing.
Following the news that Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Matt Nagy would be having a first virtual interview on Thursday, the dates and times for some interviews for other candidates have come out.
Multiple reports on social media indicate that Indianapolis Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo will meet with Mike Borgonzi on Wednesday, followed by Nagy on Thursday. The team will then follow that up by meeting with former Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski on Saturday and former Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris on Monday.
Tennessee will also meet with interim head coach Mike McCoy, and is rumored to have interest in former Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.
It’s an ever-changing process in Nashville. Stay up to date with all the coaching search news with us here at Titans Wire, and please sound off with your thoughts.
Tennessee
Sick and tired: Counties near Chattanooga are now reporting highest flu rates in Tennessee
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — Tennessee health officials say flu activity is rising sharply in around Chattanooga, with counties surrounding Hamilton showing some of the highest rates in the state.
Marion, Grundy, Sequatchie, Bradley, Meigs, Rhea, Bledsoe, McMinn and Polk counties are currently the only areas in Tennessee rated “very high” for influenza activity by the Tennessee Dept. of Health. Photo via the Tennessee Health Dept.
Marion, Grundy, Sequatchie, Bradley, Meigs, Rhea, Bledsoe, McMinn and Polk counties are currently the only areas in Tennessee rated “very high” for influenza activity by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
These counties have flu positivity rates greater than 10 percent. By comparison, the statewide average is 6.5 percent, and Hamilton County itself is at 6.9 percent.
State and federal health experts say the surge comes as influenza A(H3N2) continues to circulate widely. The CDC reports at least 11 million flu illnesses, 120,000 hospitalizations, and 5,000 deaths nationwide so far this season. One pediatric death was reported this week in Tennessee, bringing the season total to nine nationwide.
File photo: Getty Images.
Georgia officials are also reporting higher-than-average flu activity, signaling that the region is experiencing a particularly active season. Health authorities encourage residents six months and older to get vaccinated if they have not already and to take precautions such as frequent handwashing and staying home when sick.
Flu activity is expected to remain elevated in Tennessee and across the U.S. for several more weeks, according to the CDC. Local hospitals and clinics are urging families to monitor symptoms and seek care early, especially for children, older adults, and those with chronic health conditions.
For the latest guidance on influenza vaccination and antiviral treatments, visit the Tennessee Department of Health or the CDC at cdc.gov.
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