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But in 2001, the Eagles were decided underdogs against the Rams at the Dome at America's Center.
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Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
The Blue Jays are the clear underdog among the finalists.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
Washington goes to Tampa Bay as a 3-point underdog on BetMGM Sportsbook, but Daniels’ presence has players dreaming of something more than a one and done.
—Stephen Whyno, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
A day later, Texas takes on red-hot Ohio State as a six-point underdog in the Cotton Bowl.
—David Ubben, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
The Blue Jays are the clear underdog among the finalists.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025
Washington goes to Tampa Bay as a 3-point underdog on BetMGM Sportsbook, but Daniels’ presence has players dreaming of something more than a one and done.
—Stephen Whyno, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Jan. 2025
A day later, Texas takes on red-hot Ohio State as a six-point underdog in the Cotton Bowl.
—David Ubben, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Underdog.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/underdog. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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