The Action Network Sports Betting Podcast

Over the years we've learned some of our listeners don't like golf. They don't watch it. They don't pay attention to it. And that's okay.  But that doesn't mean you can't bet on it!  And that's where today's experts come in. There's no better time to dip a toe into the waters of golf betting than this week because the Masters, the preeminent major in the world of professional golf, tees off on Thu...

What is the status of legal sports betting nationwide? To answer this burning questions, host Brendan Glasheen is joined by Action legalization expert Sam McQuillan, who discusses the latest legislative news in all 50 states. Who is fully online when it comes to sports betting? Who remains in the dark? And where can we expect legislation to pass legislation in the months ahead? All these questions...

Action Network European football experts Michael Leboff and BJ Cunningham join host Brendan Glasheen to break down the FIFA World Cup Draw from a betting perspective. They dive into each group, give their favorites and a few long-shot bets. Plus, their thoughts on USA's odds, who failed to qualify in 2018.  Group A: Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, Netherlands Group B: England, Iran, USA, UEFA Playoff Win...

The Elite Eight is in the books, and here to help you maximize your profits for the Final Four are Action Network's best player prop analysts. Breaking down a historic matchup between UNC vs. Duke and Villanova vs. Kansas is host Brendan Glasheen, joined by college basketball experts Sean "The Oddsmaker" Koerner, Tanner McGrath, and Doug Ziefel. Together they go through their favorite player prop...

Opening Day is just around the corner, and Action Network baseball editor Collin Whitchurch is joined by senior writer Sean Zerillo and host Brendan Glasheen to cover all things betting in the National League this season. To celebrate the release of the all-new Action MLB betting podcast PAYOFF PITCH , the guys discuss everything from the dominance of the Dodgers to the age of the Cardinals and wh...

Opening Day is around the corner, and Action Network baseball editor Collin Whitchurch is joined by senior writer Sean Zerillo and host Brendan Glasheen to cover all things betting in the American League this season. To celebrate the release of the all-new Action MLB betting podcast PAYOFF PITCH , the guys discuss everything from the guarded optimism of the Seattle Mariners to the unrivaled negati...

Headlined by Blaydes vs. Daukaus, this week's UFC Fight Night offers plenty of opportunities for bettors and DFS enthusiasts alike. Here to break it all down are Action Network MMA experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward, with the help of host Brendan Glasheen. Together they go through their favorite bets, underdogs, DFS plays and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Round one of March Madness is in the books and here to help you maximize your profits for the Sweet 16 are Action Network's best player prop analysts. First up is Sean Koerner, Action's Director of Predictive Analytics and one of the best player prop projectionists in the world. Joining him is the newest member of his team, Nick Giffen, a math PhD with a penchant for props. And rounding out host B...

The 94th Academy Awards ceremony takes place this Sunday and what better way to prepare for the event than to line up some best bets for the occasion!  Chris Raybon is joined with Action Network's Katie Richcreek and Collin Whitchurch to break down their favorite picks, longshots, and leans for the Oscars.  While most will be betting the more prominent awards (Best Picture, Best Actor/Actress) the...

Sunday marks the biggest night in Hollywood, and we all know the best way to celebrate: gambling! In an Action Network tradition, Chris Raybon and Collin Wilson join forces to cover the betting markets across all the major categories, plus they welcome on the Emmy-award winning Ryan McKee, an Action producer and Emmy voter. Together they give their favorite picks, longshots, leans and more across...

We've got fighting across the pond this week as UFC Fight Night heads to London! Action Network MMA experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward join host Brendan Glasheen to talk Volkov vs Aspinall, plus many more fights up and down the card. Together they give their Best Bets, favorite underdogs and more in a fast-paced episode that'll have you springing off the mat and ready for action. Learn more about...

The greatest days of the college basketball betting season are upon us, and here to help you maximize your profits are Action Network's best player prop analysts. First up is Sean Koerner, Action's Director of Predictive Analytics and one of the best player prop projectionists in the world. Joining him is the newest member of his team, Nick Giffen, a math PhD with a penchant for props. And roundin...

The newest Predictive Analyst at Action Network is Nick Giffen, a seasoned gambler who also holds a Ph. D. in Mathematics from N.C. State. And since 2017, Giffen has taken a unique approach to betting March Madness.  On today's episode, host Brendan Glasheen invites Giffen to outline how he's applying this approach to the looming 2022 NCAA Tournament, and what teams listeners should be investing i...

Saturday night's alright for fighting, so get a little action in... with the help of Action Network's Brendan Glasheen, Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward! Together our MMA gambling and DFS experts Zerillo and Ward handicap the full card, which is coming to us live from Las Vegas, Nevada this weekend. As they do every Friday, they give their favorite props, underdogs, DFS plays and so much more. Learn mo...

In this second installment of team-by-team previews, Brendan Glasheen and Chris Raybon of Action Network head to the NFC with the looming launch of NFL free agency next week. Together they examine the holes to fill for every team. Plus, we hear about the betting impact of the Carson Wentz trade to Washington, whether the Rams are now grossly overvalued in the market, and so much more. COWBOYS - 2...

What a week in the NFL! Carson Wentz and Russell Wilson are changing teams. Aaron Rodgers is staying put. And NFL free agency hasn't even begun! So to help preview all the free agent madness to come, Brendan Glasheen welcomes Action Network NFL betting expert Chris Raybon, and together they break down the free agency outlook for every single team in the AFC. Are the Cincinnati Bengals still underr...

We're back! Action Network Senior Writer Sean Zerillo and former professional fighter and MMA analyst Billy Ward once again join host Brendan Glasheen to preview the biggest event in fighting this weekend in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Together they go through UFC 272 from a betting and DFS perspective, highlighting Covington vs Masvidal and all biggest fights on the card.  Learn more about your ad choice...

The hockey season is nearly two-thirds complete, and the NHL trade deadline is quickly approaching. So Action Network hockey editor Michael Leboff welcomes back Pete Blackburn of Bally Sports to give gamblers everything they need to know to make the most informed Stanley Cup futures bets. Plus, they examine the tantalizing awards markets, including lively discussion on the Vezina and Calder Trophi...

We've got Friday fight talk here at the Action Network Podcast! Today, host Brendan Glasheen welcomes Action's Sr. Writer Sean Zerillo as well as former professional fighter and MMA analyst Billy Ward to talk UFC Fight Night in Las Vegas. Together they discuss the Islam Makhachev vs. Bobby Green main event, along with their favorite underdog picks, DFS plays and more.  Learn more about your ad cho...

Action Network NBA Analysts Matt Moore and Brandon Anderson are back to break down their favorite bets after the All-Star break. They cover title futures, player awards, and even delve into possible NBA Finals outcomes - offering additional hedge opportunities once the postseason begins.  The duo debate the Lakers odds (+4500) to win the title, the wide open race to claim Defensive Player of the Y...

The BUCKETS crew joins the Action Network Podcast to break down their best bets for the 71st NBA All-Star Game in Cleveland, Ohio this weekend. There are plenty of events to bet on, so Matt Moore , Brandon Anderson , and Raheem Palmer run through their picks for the revamped skills challenge, three-point shootout, and dunk contest.  To cap off the episode, they discuss who they're betting to win b...

Action Network analysts Brandon Anderson and Raheem Palmer recap a frenzied Super Bowl finish that saw Cooper Kupp and Aaron Donald make the plays late to seal a 23–20 victory as the Los Angeles Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals to become NFL champions. The guys look back at the game’s biggest plays and discuss the story of the game and of the season for the Rams. Then they recap the 2021 NFL s...

Just like indulging in the perfect Buffalo chicken dip, betting on the Super Bowl remains a time-honored, mouth-watering activity for gamblers everywhere. Whether you're a cagey betting veteran or a once-a-year novice looking for an edge for the office props sheet, Action Network experts Chris Raybon and Stuckey close out the NFL season with a final episode designed to arm listeners with everythin...

The bets are rolling in for Super Bowl LVI! Join Action Network's NFL betting analysts Brandon Anderson and Raheem Palmer as they jump in on the action and give out their favorite picks for Sunday's big game between the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams. The duo are on opposite sides of the spread, but break down their best bets for the total, Super Bowl MVP, player props, and more! Super Bo...

Welcome to the 4th annual Super Bowl Prop-A-Palooza! Action Network's NFL experts Chris Raybon and Sean, "The Oddsmaker" Koerner, return to talk all things props bets for Super Bowl LVI. Together they cover the gamut - breaking down their favorite player and exotic props for the big game. No bet is off-limits as Raybon and The Oddsmaker delve deep into the coin toss, penalties, timeouts, the lengt...