{"id":25259,"date":"2023-12-22T23:51:46","date_gmt":"2023-12-23T04:51:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/?p=25259"},"modified":"2023-12-22T23:56:37","modified_gmt":"2023-12-23T04:56:37","slug":"armed-forces-bowl-predictions-free-picks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/college-football-bowl-games\/armed-forces-bowl-predictions-free-picks\/","title":{"rendered":"Armed Forces Bowl Predictions : Air Force vs James Madison Free Picks, Best Bets 12\/23"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Air Force Falcons vs James Madison Dukes Best Bets: Armed Forces Bowl Preview &amp; Prediction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Ronacesports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Football content contributor Ron Marmalefsky<\/a>&nbsp;serves up a hot take on The Armed Forces<strong> Bowl<\/strong> being played on December 23rd, between <strong>Air Force and James Madison<\/strong>. What are his takeaways and things to watch when considering betting?  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What happened to Air Force?&nbsp; They started 8-0, but lost their last four games, and were outscored 108-62.&nbsp; James Madison, just like Jacksonville State, was not supposed to be going to a bowl.&nbsp; Instead, the Dukes rightfully were included thanks to the lack of bowl eligible teams.&nbsp; Only an overtime loss prevented a perfect season.&nbsp; On paper, this game looks interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Find free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/free-sports-picks\/college-football\">college football best bets<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/college-football-bowl-games\/\">bowl game coverage<\/a> this postseason. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Customers Get 15% Off ALL Premium Expert Bowl Game Picks &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/picks\/college-football\">Get Started Now<\/a>!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/a.slack-edge.com\/production-standard-emoji-assets\/14.0\/google-medium\/1f6d2@2x.png\" alt=\":shopping_trolley:\">&nbsp;All FIRST TIME customers will receive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/picks\/college-football\">15% OFF anything<\/a> and everything in their cart on their first purchase! There is no cap or limit, including from daily to long-term, and the discount is automatic with no coupon code needed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-color has-luminous-vivid-orange-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/picks\/college-football\"><strong>Get 15% Off All Premium Bowl Picks<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Armed Forces Bowl Predictions and Best Bets:  Air Force Overview <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2021 and 2022 Air Force (AF) ran for 341 and 337 yards per game.&nbsp; They ran 5.2-278 this year, with both figures down a bit.&nbsp; The numbers were 194-907 during their four-game losing streak.&nbsp; Lead QB Larrier was hurt early week ten and missed the rest of the season.&nbsp; AF doesn\u2019t pass much, but the completion % splits are worth noting.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Larrier was 37-62 with a 6-2 ratio.&nbsp; His two backups were 14-34, with an 0-2 ratio.&nbsp; Larrier might be back for the bowl game, so keep this in mind.&nbsp; AF once again had a really stout defense, but there was regression during the losing streak.&nbsp; In games 1-8 they allowed just 2.8-75 yards per game.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In games 9-12 they allowed 147 yards per game, with a yards-per-carry average of 4.75.&nbsp; AF is a highly disciplined team, with a massive edge in penalty yardage, and a stout return defense.&nbsp; They had a +6:20 time of possession edge.&nbsp; The sack ratio was 26-11.&nbsp; Kicking was solid at 15-19.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check out the The Armed Forces Bowl Video Picks Too!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"epyt-video-wrapper\"><div  style=\"display: block; margin: 0px auto;\"  id=\"_ytid_49357\"  width=\"870\" height=\"489\"  data-origwidth=\"870\" data-origheight=\"489\" data-facadesrc=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8hEqBJUxBuk?enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=1&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=0&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;hl=en_US&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__ epyt-facade  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-spai-excluded=\"true\" class=\"epyt-facade-poster skip-lazy\" loading=\"lazy\"  alt=\"Air Force Falcons vs James Madison Dukes Prediction and Picks - Armed Forces Bowl Best Bet\"  src=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/8hEqBJUxBuk\/maxresdefault.jpg\"  \/><button class=\"epyt-facade-play\" aria-label=\"Play\"><svg data-no-lazy=\"1\" height=\"100%\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 68 48\" width=\"100%\"><path class=\"ytp-large-play-button-bg\" d=\"M66.52,7.74c-0.78-2.93-2.49-5.41-5.42-6.19C55.79,.13,34,0,34,0S12.21,.13,6.9,1.55 C3.97,2.33,2.27,4.81,1.48,7.74C0.06,13.05,0,24,0,24s0.06,10.95,1.48,16.26c0.78,2.93,2.49,5.41,5.42,6.19 C12.21,47.87,34,48,34,48s21.79-0.13,27.1-1.55c2.93-0.78,4.64-3.26,5.42-6.19C67.94,34.95,68,24,68,24S67.94,13.05,66.52,7.74z\" fill=\"#f00\"><\/path><path d=\"M 45,24 27,14 27,34\" fill=\"#fff\"><\/path><\/svg><\/button><\/div><\/div><span itemprop=\"video\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"><meta itemprop=\"embedUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8hEqBJUxBuk\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Air Force Falcons vs James Madison Dukes Prediction and Picks - Armed Forces Bowl Best Bet\"><meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"Get ready for the Armed Forces Bowl breakdown with Ralph Michaels! In this video, Ralph dives into the matchup between James Madison and Air Force. Find out why James Madison wasn&#039;t expecting to go bowling and how Air Force started the season strong. Plus, Ralph reveals an incredible 82% against the spread bowl system. Don&#039;t miss out on this exciting analysis - subscribe now! #collegefootballprediction #collegefootballpicks #cfbpicks James Madison Dukes vs Air Force Falcons | Armed Forces Bowl Showdown - Game Preview, Stats, and More! Get ready for gridiron glory as the James Madison Dukes clash with the Air Force Falcons in a riveting Armed Forces Bowl matchup! \ud83c\udfc8\ud83d\udd25 \ud83d\udcc5 Date: 12\/23\/23 \u23f0 Time: 3:30pm ET \ud83d\udccd Location: Amon G. 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Hit that subscribe button, turn on notifications, and be part of the excitement as we bring you live coverage of this epic clash between the James Madison Dukes and Air Force Falcons. \ud83c\udfc8\ud83d\udd25 #ArmedForcesBowl #CollegeFootball #JamesMadisonvsAirForce \ud83d\udc4d Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to WagerTalk TV; \ud83d\udd14 CLICK the Bell and never miss an episode! \ud83c\udfc8 More Free College Football Picks: https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/free-sports-picks\/college-football \ud83e\udd11 Free Sports Picks: https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/free-sports-picks \ud83d\udcca Live Odds: https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/odds \ud83d\uddde\ufe0f News: https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news \ud83d\udc4d Stay connected with WagerTalk \ud83d\udcfa YouTube: https:\/\/wt.buzz\/tv \ud83d\udc4d Facebook: https:\/\/wt.buzz\/fb \ud83d\udc26 Twitter: https:\/\/wt.buzz\/tw \ud83d\udcf8 Instagram: https:\/\/wt.buzz\/ig \ud83d\udcf0 Reddit: https:\/\/wt.buzz\/rd \u2764\ufe0f iHeart Radio: https:\/\/wt.buzz\/iheart \ud83c\udf4e Apple Podcasts: https:\/\/wt.buzz\/ap \ud83d\udccc Pinterest: https:\/\/wt.buzz\/pin\"><meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/8hEqBJUxBuk\/0.jpg\"><meta itemprop=\"duration\" content=\"PT6M8S\"><meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2023-12-19T23:00:05Z\"><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Armed Forces Bowl Picks:  James Madison Strengths and Weaknesses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>James Madison (JM) replicated stout run numbers, showing a 4.2-2.1 rush ratio.&nbsp; They only ran for 143 yards per game however, with two \u201cdecent\u201d running backs sharing the load.&nbsp; This will be their toughest test, but in a surprise, the one comparable run defense (Troy) saw them rush for decent yardage.&nbsp; I suspect AF will be better vs. the run with the time off, and I project about 3.5 per carry or maybe less for their two RB\u2019s.&nbsp; That\u2019s usually not a problem, as QB McCloud hit 69% through the air, and stretched the field.&nbsp; AF is more vulnerable to pass types than usual, but McCloud is gone.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>JM will likely turn to a freshman QB for this one, and he will be guiding a team that might look like a shell of itself on game day.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The watch list for other players who are in the portal and may miss the game is a long one.&nbsp; The list includes both RB\u2019s, their top WR, a three-year OL starter, and at least four impact defensive players, including a stud pass rusher and their top three tacklers.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This all came about because their Head Coach has left for Indiana, and he took both coordinators and a couple of other coaches with him.&nbsp; At full strength, JM\u2019s defensive numbers are equal to or better than what AF has.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve scoured the newswire, and it seems that a few of the portal players may stay for the bowl game.&nbsp; I encourage readers to keep on top of this developing situation.&nbsp; JM has an excellent kicker, and at full strength, boasts a 45-20 sack ratio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1775\" height=\"558\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/jmu.png\" alt=\"armed forces bowl\" class=\"wp-image-1506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/jmu.png 1775w, https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/jmu-300x94.png 300w, https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/jmu-1024x322.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/jmu-768x241.png 768w, https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/jmu-1536x483.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1775px) 100vw, 1775px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Armed Forces Bowl Best Bets &#8211; The Keys to The Game: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can Larrier return for AF?&nbsp; If so, the threat of a completed pass returns.&nbsp; If not, it gives the JM defense a boost.&nbsp; Who plays for JM?&nbsp; If it\u2019s an all-new backfield, how do they score?&nbsp; Check the RB rotation carefully.&nbsp; JM has the regular season turnover edge.&nbsp; They need to win that battle in this bowl game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Armed Forces Bowl &#8211; The Free Picks &amp; Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In thinking about this game, my initial thought was how surprising it is to see AF not picked via the rush data in a bowl game.&nbsp; That never happens.&nbsp; But that assumes JM is at full strength, which they are not.&nbsp; I need clarification in two areas.&nbsp; 1<sup>st<\/sup>, will either JM RB play in this game.&nbsp; 2<sup>nd<\/sup>, will the defensive players of note (all of them very good) play?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Pick: Armed Forces Bowl Prediction!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I like AF +3<\/strong> a bit for other reasons, such as their desire to erase a four-game losing streak, and JM\u2019s coaching carousal, where the top guys are all gone.&nbsp; This play increases in intensity as more players are declared out for the Dukes.&nbsp; Watch the news carefully.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NCAAF Bowl Coverage: WagerTalk Has It All<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for even more college football coverage?  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What are his takeaways and things to watch when considering betting? 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What are his takeaways and things to watch when considering betting?  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>What happened to Air Force?&nbsp; They started 8-0, but lost their last four games, and were outscored 108-62.&nbsp; James Madison, just like Jacksonville State, was not supposed to be going to a bowl.&nbsp; Instead, the Dukes rightfully were included thanks to the lack of bowl eligible teams.&nbsp; Only an overtime loss prevented a perfect season.&nbsp; On paper, this game looks interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Find free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/free-sports-picks\/college-football\">college football best bets<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/college-football-bowl-games\/\">bowl game coverage<\/a> this postseason. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Customers Get 15% Off ALL Premium Expert Bowl Game Picks - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/picks\/college-football\">Get Started Now<\/a>!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><img src=\"https:\/\/a.slack-edge.com\/production-standard-emoji-assets\/14.0\/google-medium\/1f6d2@2x.png\" alt=\":shopping_trolley:\">&nbsp;All FIRST TIME customers will receive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/picks\/college-football\">15% OFF anything<\/a> and everything in their cart on their first purchase! There is no cap or limit, including from daily to long-term, and the discount is automatic with no coupon code needed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Armed Forces Bowl Predictions and Best Bets:  Air Force Overview <\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>In 2021 and 2022 Air Force (AF) ran for 341 and 337 yards per game.&nbsp; They ran 5.2-278 this year, with both figures down a bit.&nbsp; The numbers were 194-907 during their four-game losing streak.&nbsp; Lead QB Larrier was hurt early week ten and missed the rest of the season.&nbsp; AF doesn\u2019t pass much, but the completion % splits are worth noting.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Larrier was 37-62 with a 6-2 ratio.&nbsp; His two backups were 14-34, with an 0-2 ratio.&nbsp; Larrier might be back for the bowl game, so keep this in mind.&nbsp; AF once again had a really stout defense, but there was regression during the losing streak.&nbsp; In games 1-8 they allowed just 2.8-75 yards per game.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>In games 9-12 they allowed 147 yards per game, with a yards-per-carry average of 4.75.&nbsp; AF is a highly disciplined team, with a massive edge in penalty yardage, and a stout return defense.&nbsp; They had a +6:20 time of possession edge.&nbsp; The sack ratio was 26-11.&nbsp; Kicking was solid at 15-19.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check out the The Armed Forces Bowl Video Picks Too!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n<iframe src='https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8hEqBJUxBuk?origin=https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com'><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Armed Forces Bowl Picks:  James Madison Strengths and Weaknesses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>James Madison (JM) replicated stout run numbers, showing a 4.2-2.1 rush ratio.&nbsp; They only ran for 143 yards per game however, with two \u201cdecent\u201d running backs sharing the load.&nbsp; This will be their toughest test, but in a surprise, the one comparable run defense (Troy) saw them rush for decent yardage.&nbsp; I suspect AF will be better vs. the run with the time off, and I project about 3.5 per carry or maybe less for their two RB\u2019s.&nbsp; That\u2019s usually not a problem, as QB McCloud hit 69% through the air, and stretched the field.&nbsp; AF is more vulnerable to pass types than usual, but McCloud is gone.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>JM will likely turn to a freshman QB for this one, and he will be guiding a team that might look like a shell of itself on game day.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>The watch list for other players who are in the portal and may miss the game is a long one.&nbsp; The list includes both RB\u2019s, their top WR, a three-year OL starter, and at least four impact defensive players, including a stud pass rusher and their top three tacklers.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>This all came about because their Head Coach has left for Indiana, and he took both coordinators and a couple of other coaches with him.&nbsp; At full strength, JM\u2019s defensive numbers are equal to or better than what AF has.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve scoured the newswire, and it seems that a few of the portal players may stay for the bowl game.&nbsp; I encourage readers to keep on top of this developing situation.&nbsp; JM has an excellent kicker, and at full strength, boasts a 45-20 sack ratio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/jmu.png\" alt=\"armed forces bowl\" class=\"wp-image-1506\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Armed Forces Bowl Best Bets - The Keys to The Game: <\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Can Larrier return for AF?&nbsp; If so, the threat of a completed pass returns.&nbsp; If not, it gives the JM defense a boost.&nbsp; Who plays for JM?&nbsp; If it\u2019s an all-new backfield, how do they score?&nbsp; Check the RB rotation carefully.&nbsp; JM has the regular season turnover edge.&nbsp; They need to win that battle in this bowl game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Armed Forces Bowl - The Free Picks &amp; Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>In thinking about this game, my initial thought was how surprising it is to see AF not picked via the rush data in a bowl game.&nbsp; That never happens.&nbsp; But that assumes JM is at full strength, which they are not.&nbsp; I need clarification in two areas.&nbsp; 1<sup>st<\/sup>, will either JM RB play in this game.&nbsp; 2<sup>nd<\/sup>, will the defensive players of note (all of them very good) play?<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Pick: Armed Forces Bowl Prediction!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I like AF +3<\/strong> a bit for other reasons, such as their desire to erase a four-game losing streak, and JM\u2019s coaching carousal, where the top guys are all gone.&nbsp; This play increases in intensity as more players are declared out for the Dukes.&nbsp; Watch the news carefully.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NCAAF Bowl Coverage: WagerTalk Has It All<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for even more college football coverage?  Wagertalk will be provided bowl game predictions and previews for each CFB bowl game - <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/college-football-bowl-games\/\">find it here each day<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WagerTalk's Live Bowl Game Odds Screen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>WagerTalk\u2019s college football <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/odds?sport=L2&amp;cb=0.4228145318819374\">live odds screen<\/a> features up-to-the-minute lines from a variety of offshore and domestic sports books. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Track college football moneylines, spreads and betting percentages for all bowl games and monitor your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncaa.com\/news\/football\/article\/2023-12-03\/2023-24-college-football-bowl-game-schedule-scores-tv-channels-times\">NCAAF<\/a> bowl games picks, including moneyline, spread bets, and totals betting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>**************************************************<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\">Looking for more free sports picks and sports betting tips?<\/span> Go beyond the anytime touchdown scorer picks!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<ul>\n\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em><strong>Make sure to bookmark all the above!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p> <\/p>\n","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25259","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/46"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=25259"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25259\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":25267,"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/25259\/revisions\/25267"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/25262"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=25259"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=25259"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wagertalk.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=25259"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}