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 live NFL betting show Convince Me every NFL Sunday on Twitter @ActionNetworkHQ, or download the Action Network’s free award-winning mobile app for iOS and Android. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 15, 2023 • 51min
NBA Conference Finals Betting Preview with Jason Timpf
Action Network senior NBA writer Matt Moore welcomes Jason Timpf, host of The Volume's popular Hoops Tonight podcast to break down the NBA Conference Finals. Together they give their best bets for both matchups.The Heat take on the Celtics as big underdogs. Can the Heat hang in against the title favorites or will Boston handle their business better vs. Miami than it did against the Sixers? Who does Jimmy Butler guard and how does that shape props and ECF MVP futures?Then, the Nuggets face the Lakers as LeBron James and Anthony Davis continue their revenge tour. Will the Nuggets finally be the team to stop the 7th seed from their pursuit of Title 18? Or will the narrative win out? A breakdown of all things NBA Conference Finals including best bets and more right here. For more NBA betting content, look for Action's NBA betting podcast BUCKETS. 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.
May 12, 2023 • 55min
AFC Schedule Release | NFL 2023
Action hosts Chris Raybon and Stuckey dive deep into the NFL schedule release, dissecting every team's season path across the AFC. Who got better positioned to flourish this season? Whose road got harder? And are the Kansas City Chiefs still the team to beat in the conference? Together our duo goes team-by-team to navigate what should be an electrifying fall for pro football gamblers. 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.
May 12, 2023 • 22min
UFC Fight Night Betting Preview | Rozenstruik vs Almeida
With 11 fights on the cards and plenty of action, MMA betting experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward dive into their favorite plays for UFC Fight Night in Charlotte, North Carolina. With Rozenstruik and Almeida facing off in the main event, find out how the guys are approaching the fight. Plus, they give out their favorite underdogs, prop bets and more, all in under 30 minutes! Subscribe, rate and review and download the free, award-winning Action Network app for more UFC betting content.1 - MAIN EVENT6 - FAVORITE UNDERDOGS9 - FIGHT OF THE NIGHT14 - TOP PROPS16 - BEST BETS 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.
May 11, 2023 • 37min
The State of the Underdog
Five years ago this month, PASPA's repeal opened the legal floodgates for the proliferation of American sports betting. Since then, more recreational bettors have been gambling since ever before, and a number of significant trends have emerged related to underdogs across the four major professional sports. To discuss the potential reasons behind these trends, and how gamblers should react to them, host Brendan Glasheen welcomes on Action Network Director of Research Evan Abrams. Together with Action colleague Tim Kalinowski, they dive deep into all things underdogs in the NBA, NHL, MLB and NFL, and give gamblers the information they need to make smarter plays across these leagues in the months ahead. 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.
May 5, 2023 • 21min
UFC 288 Betting Preview
It may be Derby Day, but there's still plenty of bloody action in the octagon! The relentless UFC heads to Newark, New Jersey this weekend for a full slate of fights Saturday. Action Network MMA betting expert Billy Ward joins host Brendan Glasheen, along with special guest Dann Stupp, UFC expert and Action's senior editor. 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.
May 4, 2023 • 38min
149th Kentucky Derby Betting Preview
For the 149th time this Saturday, Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky will play host for the Greatest Two Minutes In Sports. The Kentucky Derby is one of the most hallowed gambling rites of spring, and here to break it all down with host Brendan Glasheen are Action Network contributors Mike Conti and Mike Somich. Together they discuss all things betting for both the Kentucky Derby and Friday's Kentucky Oaks, along with additional Churchill races for those looking at multi-race wagering. So dust off your biggest hats and your fanciest formal wear, it's time to bet some ponies! 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.
May 2, 2023 • 27min
NBA Playoffs Second-Round Best Bets | 2023
It's time to get Buckets! Matt Moore, Action Network senior NBA writer and host of Action's NBA betting podcast, Buckets, welcomes betting experts Sean Little and Jay Money to give their best bets for the second round in series futures. Will Steph once again topple LeBron, this time with the Lakers? Can the Knicks come back to defeat the Zombie Heat? Are the Suns just about cooked by the Nuggets? And with Boston already down 1-0, how should you approach betting the series with Joel Embiid likely to return for Philly at some point? All that and more in this episode of The Action Network Podcast. For more NBA betting content, subscribe to Buckets. 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.
May 2, 2023 • 1h 6min
2023 NFL Draft Grades | NFC
NFL Draft grades continue as Action Network NFL expert Chris Raybon again welcomes the Director of Content at FantasyPros, Matthew Freedman. Together they go through every team in the NFC, evaluating their draft selections and assigning them a letter grade for their performance. Did the Philadelphia Eagles draft their way to a return spot in the Super Bowl? Which NFC teams get a "solid F" from Matthew? Did NFC North teams take advantage of Aaron Rogers leaving the division and conference? Is Bryce Young the answer to lead the Carolina Panthers or will they stay in QB Purgatory? All these questions answered and more. Plus, don't miss the AFC episode already out.2 - NFC EAST13 - NFC NORTH32 - NFC SOUTH50 - NFC WEST 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.
May 1, 2023 • 45min
2023 NFL Draft Grades | AFC
Now that the NFL Draft dust has settled, who came out on top? Action Network NFL expert Chris Raybon welcomes on friend of the podcast Matthew Freedman, the Director of Content at FantasyPros. Together they go through every team in the AFC, evaluating their draft selections and assigning them a letter grade for their performance. Did the Colts play their cards right? Are the Texans out of their minds? Did the rich get richer in Kansas City? All these questions answered and more.2 - AFC EAST12 - AFC NORTH20 - AFC SOUTH33 - AFC WEST 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.
Apr 28, 2023 • 29min
UFC Fight Night Betting Preview | Song vs. Simón
The UFC is in action this Saturday, with fights up and down a loaded card. Action Network MMA betting experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward join host Brendan Glasheen to give out their best bets across Saturday's action, including underdogs, prop bets, and more. 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.
