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Dog's NFL playoff picks are beating experts, algorithm. See Luna the Maltipoo's next picks


Published on 2025-01-17 20:05:27 - MSN
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  • This NFL playoff pick 'em contest pits Man vs. Machine vs. Dog, with USA TODAY writers facing off against a computer model and 7-year-old Maltipoo.

Luna, a 3-year-old Maltipoo, has become an unexpected sensation in the NFL world by accurately predicting playoff game outcomes, outperforming many expert analyses and algorithms. Her method involves choosing between two treats, each representing a different team, with her selection indicating the predicted winner. Luna's picks have been correct for the first two weeks of the playoffs, including the Baltimore Ravens' victory over the Houston Texans and the San Francisco 49ers' win against the Green Bay Packers. Her next predictions include games like the Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills and the Detroit Lions vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Luna's owner, Lori, shares these predictions on social media, where Luna has gained a following for her adorable and surprisingly accurate NFL picks.

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