The Action Network Sports Betting Podcast
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Named "Best Betting Podcast or Radio Show" by the Fantasy Sports & Gaming Association, welcome to the undisputed podcast destination for serious bettors of NFL football and beyond. We dedicate ourselves to serving gamblers, and that's why we deliver four best-in-class episodes every week during the NFL season. But even after the season ends, gamblers still hear best-in-class betting content every week, so they're ready to profit on the NFL and beyond, every month of the year. So if the game means more to you, this podcast is your best bet. Under center are top Action Network's analysts and handicapping veterans like Chris Raybon, Brandon Anderson and the incomparable Stuckey. They're joined by veteran journalists, professional gamblers and data obsessives like “The Oddsmaker” Sean Koerner, Action Network’s Director of Predictive Analytics and a 3-time #1 ranked FantasyPros NFL expert. Together our crew provides the best analytics-driven projections, injury updates, and actionable gambling talk, with sage advice on betting market inefficiencies, avoiding misleading trends and so much more. Listeners can download or stream episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play and other podcast platforms, where they can check out past episodes and rate, review and subscribe to the show. For more great sports gambling and fantasy content, including up-to-the-minute fantasy updates, custom bet tracking and analytics, check out ActionNetwork.com, our Twitter page @ActionNetworkHQ, or download the Action Network’s free award-winning mobile app for iOS and Android.
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Jan 31, 2019 • 56min
The Ultimate Super Bowl Breakdown
Matthew Freedman and Chris Raybon break down Super Bowl LIII from both betting and DFS angles. They highlight the Patriots’ stellar secondary, but Raybon offers a theory on how Sean McVay could play an unexpected trump card to combat it. They also break down the Rams’ backfield situation, Brady’s performance under pressure, and the value Aqib Talib adds to the Rams defense. The guys close the show by discussed player and entertainment props, and Raybon offers some keen insight on Andre 3000’s potential surprise Super Bowl appearance.A special thanks to today’s sponsors, Mack Weldon and Audible. Get a 30-day Audible free trial by visiting audible.com/action, or text ACTION to 500500. Current Betting Lines, Percentages & Information (2:24)Rams Offense vs. Patriots Defense (4:30)Patriots Offense vs. Rams Defense (24:07)Betting The Super Bowl (38:12)DraftKings Showdown Strategy (44:03)Prop Bets (48:43)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 30, 2019 • 41min
The Ultimate Super Bowl Prop Guide
It's the day we've all been waiting for! Host Matthew Freedman is joined by the undisputed king of prop bet value assessment Sean "Oddsmaker" Koerner, who's positively giddy to discuss all the best prop angles for Super Bowl 53. As a reminder: this episode is one of our most actionable of the season, so if you're going to act on any bets, it's best to do so immediately before lines shift. We also express our thanks to today's sponsors Mack Weldon and Audible. Get a 30-day free trial by visiting audible.com/action, or text ACTION to 500500. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 25, 2019 • 39min
The Ultimate Pro Bowl Breakdown
Matthew Freedman and Ian Hartitz break down the NFL Pro Bowl from both betting and DFS angles (but with a much heavier emphasis on DFS). The guys break down the Pro Bowl’s peculiar set of rules changes, including a mandate that at least one tight end must be on the field at all times, and that defenses must always play 4-3 base defense. They also break down positional trends, DFS Captain and stacking strategies, and advise taking the under if you’re one of the degenerates who is brave enough to bet the Pro Bowl.A special thanks to today’s sponsors, Mack Weldon and Audible. Get a 30-day Audible free trial by visiting audible.com/action, or text ACTION to 500500.Pro Bowl Rosters (2:10)Rules, History & Randomness (3:46)Game Trends (8:40)Positional Trends (14:18)DFS Strategy (30:06)Betting the Pro Bowl (37:17)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 23, 2019 • 50min
Super Bowl Lookahead and NFL Draft Preview
This week Matthew Freedman is joined by Ian Hartitz as they look back at two thrilling conference championships games, and look ahead to what promises to be a hotly contested Super Bowl between the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams. The guys also present their first thoughts on the 2019 NFL Draft, with teams like the Cardinals, Raiders and Buccaneers in dire need of a talent influx across the board.A special thanks to today's sponsors Mack Weldon and Audible. Get a 30-day Audible free trial by visiting audible.com/action, or text ACTION to 500500. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 18, 2019 • 55min
The Ultimate Conference Championship Breakdown
Matthew Freedman and Chris Raybon break down both NFL Conference Championship matchups from both betting and DFS angles. Raybon believes the NFC Championship game will likely be decided by how Wade Phillips deals with Michael Thomas -- who absolutely torched Marcus Peters in their regular season matchup. The guys also debate Mark Ingram vs. CJ Anderson in DFS, and Freedman remarks on Anderson's Barry Bonds-like physical transformation this season. They go back-and-forth hypothesizing about the nearly-infinite number of ways Bill Belichick may game-plan for the Chiefs offense; but, they mutually agree that the Patriots aren't necessarily built to play from behind and must avoid a shootout at all costs.NFC Championship Breakdown (2:35)Trend of the Week (14:47)NFC DFS Showdown Slate (15:57)The Sharp Report (25:19)AFC Championship Breakdown (27:50)Dance of the Divas (43:04)AFC DFS Showdown Slate (45:20)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 16, 2019 • 42min
Fantasy Flex NFL Conference Championship Sunday
There are but three NFL games remaining this season, but take heart! Matthew Freedman, Peter Jennings, Ian Hartitz and Sean 'Oddsmaker' Koerner return to break down all the DFS angles for the AFC & NFC Championship games this weekend.Beyond all the chalk locks, fades and pivots you know and love, the guys do a round of Bold Calls and prop bets, as well as discuss the greatest receivers in the NFL. You'll be surprised to hear where pod favorite Antonio Brown lands!Later, the guys discuss potential defense strategies for a Sunday that promises to be loaded with points, and we even get some speculation on the Super Bowl over/under. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 11, 2019 • 59min
The Ultimate Divisional Round Breakdown
Matthew Freedman and Chris Raybon break down every NFL Divisional Round playoff matchup from both betting and DFS angles. Taking the under in Kansas City has been nearly a lock in the Andy Reid era, but they guys debate whether or not it’s the right play this weekend against Indy. They also both throw their support behind Dallas to cover against LA, but Freedman – self-loathing Cowboys fan that he is – expresses anxiety over Aaron Donald against the injured Dallas O-Line. Raybon also advocates for the Chargers against the Patriots on the road, but Freedman stays square, defending Belichick’s playoff track record to the end.Saturday Game Breakdowns (2:35)The Sharp Report (24:36)DFS Saturday Night Primetime Slate Strategy (26:39)Trend of the Week (28:58)Sunday Game Breakdowns (30:05)Dance of the Divas (49:42)DFS Sunday Night Primetime Slate Strategy (52:05)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 9, 2019 • 45min
Fantasy Flex NFL Playoffs - Divisional Round
It is the exciting Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs, which means there are just a handful of NFL games remaining. Matthew Freedman, Peter Jennings, Ian Hartitz and Sean "Oddsmaker" Koerner join forces once again to discuss all the DFS angles of this weekend's four matchups, including the chalk locks, stacks and pivots they love.After talking about all the latest NFL coaching hires, the guys start answering the important questions. With Colts vs Chiefs providing so much stacking potential, will there be any love left over for the Eagles and Saints? Can Peter look at himself in a mirror and honestly say "I like Nyheim Hines again this week"? How good has Antonio Gates gotten at the art of turning around, catching footballs and falling down? Later we hear a round of Bold Calls and a riveting round of prop bets courtesy of Oddsmaker. So download now and join in on the fun!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 4, 2019 • 1h 17min
The Ultimate Wild Card Round Breakdown
Matthew Freedman and Chris Raybon break down every NFL Wild Card Round matchup from both betting and DFS angles. They renew their season-long debate over the Colts and Texans – a disagreement that will be settled for good in their Wild Card rubber match. Later, Raybon argues in favor of paying down for Russell Wilson due to lineup-based dynamics in the Saturday DFS main slate. Freedman also makes his poses an intriguing hypothetical: Would Nick Foles deserve to be in the Hall of Fame if he leads the Eagles to a championship off the bench for the second straight season?Saturday Game Breakdowns (4:46)The Sharp Report (30:12)Saturday Slate DFS Strategy (31:32)Trend of the Week (42:44)Sunday Game Breakdowns (43:47)Dance of the Divas (1:05:23)Sunday Slate DFS Strategy (1:07:20)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 2, 2019 • 48min
Fantasy Flex NFL Wildcard Weekend
Happy New Year from the Action Network NFL Podcast! To ring in what is sure to be the great sports gambling year in American history, Matthew Freedman, Peter Jennings, Sean "Oddsmaker" Koerner and Ian Hartitz join forces to break down every DFS angle of the NFL Wildcard weekend. Chalk locks, stacks, pivots and contrarian power plays are all on the table, as the fellas discuss their love for Frank Reich's beard game, the chances of a Philly Special in Chicago, and so much more. In addition to in-depth Daily Fantasy talk, our panel of experts also play a round of prop bets with Oddsmaker and issue their own Bold Calls. Download now and welcome 2019 into your gambling heart.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
