Episodes
The UFC heads to Rio for UFC 301! Action Network MMA betting experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward join host Brendan Glasheen to break down the main event and their favorite plays on the entire card. Tune in to hear where the guys are seeing value in this weekend's fights. The main event features Alexandre Pantoja and Steve Erceg, find out how the crew imagines this fight turning out and more right here on the Action Network Podcast. 1 - MAIN EVENT 9 - FIGHT OF THE NIGHT 13 - FAVORITE...
Published 05/03/24
The 150th renewal of the Greatest Two Minutes In Sports takes place in Louisville, Kentucky on Saturday, as bettors rejoice in this gambling rite of spring. The Kentucky Derby is a passion for Action Network betting experts Sean Zerillo and Mike Conti, who join host Brendan Glasheen to give out their favorite horses for win wagers, multi-race exotics, exactas and more. Plus, we hear about the Kentucky Oaks, some undercard best bets and the latest on track conditions. And for any listeners who...
Published 05/02/24
A record-breaking crowd in downtown Detroit for the 2024 NFL Draft has headed home, and now it's time to evaluate how every team performed. Action Network NFL expert Chris Raybon and friend of the podcast Matthew Freedman of Fantasy Life go through every team in the AFC, including another strong draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers. Plus, did the Broncos play themselves into drafting Bo Nix? Did the Chiefs lock themselves into another AFC West title? And how bad are things going to get in...
Published 04/30/24
The dust has settled on the 2024 NFL Draft, held before a record-breaking crowd in downtown Detroit. To evaluate how every team performed, Action Network NFL expert Chris Raybon welcomes back friend of the podcast Matthew Freedman of Fantasy Life. In this episode, they go through every team in the NFC, starting with a head-scratching move by the Atlanta Falcons. Plus, are the 49ers secretly the worst team at drafting? Did the Detroit Lions climb even higher in the NFC pecking order? And what...
Published 04/29/24
Action Network MMA betting experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward are back after a week off to break down this weekend's UFC card. Together they discuss the main event, their fight of the night, some underdogs and their favorite props to bet this weekend in Vegas. The main event features Matheus Nicolau and Alex Perez, find out how the guys are approaching this fight and the rest on the slate right here on The Action Network Podcast. 2 - MAIN EVENT 8 - FIGHT OF THE NIGHT 13 - FAVORITE...
Published 04/26/24
It's a beautiful morning for everyone but Atlanta Falcons fans, who saw their team confound a nation last night by using their 8th overall pick on backup quarterback Michael Penix Jr. The ripple effects of this befuddling selection were felt throughout the 1st Round, which saw a record-tying six quarterbacks ended up selected in the top 12. Together Action Network NFL experts Jacob Wayne, Evan Abrams and Travis Reed join host Brendan Glasheen to recap the evening's selections, and look to...
Published 04/26/24
The 2024 NFL Draft is finally here as fans and gamblers flock to Detroit to see who their team will select and how those selections might shape the future of the team. No more mock drafts, it's go time. Action Network NFL Draft betting experts Evan Abrams, Travis Reed and Jacob Wayne join host Brendan Glasheen to give their favorite plays for tonight's event. From player over/unders to teams trading up for their QB of the future, tune in to hear where the crew sees value and how they're...
Published 04/25/24
We are just days away from the 2024 NFL Draft in Detroit. Betting markets have been rising and falling like the NASDAQ. Quarterback intrigue abounds. Mock drafts are being written, torn up, and written again. And now Action Network NFL Draft bettors Evan Abrams, Jacob Wayne and Travis Reed have reconvened with host Brendan Glasheen to talk about their latest NFL Draft bets and emerging markets. Will JJ McCarthy go to #2 overall? Will Xavier Worthy fall out of the 1st round? Do the Commanders...
Published 04/22/24
For this special episode we are joined by two former NFL quarterbacks. Johnny Manziel is a former Heisman Trophy winner and first round NFL Draft pick, who became a lightning rod for controversy as both a pro and college player. Kurt Benkert was a starter at East Carolina and Virginia before a pro career that included stops in Green Bay, Atlanta and San Francisco. Together they analyze the 2024 NFL Draft class of quarterbacks, led by six potential first round picks, with full breakdowns of...
Published 04/18/24
The NFL Draft is just over one week away, and quarterback intrigue remains as hot 'n heavy as ever. JJ McCarthy is reportedly not attending the Draft in-person. Michael Penix may slip to the second day. Denver's love of Bo Nix is being widely reported. What can a gambler make of this information? How can our listeners profit? To answer these questions and so many more, host Brendan Glasheen once again welcomes on Action Network NFL Draft experts Evan Abrams, Travis Reed and Jacob Wayne....
Published 04/15/24
Action Network MMA betting experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward are back to break down this weekend's UFC 300 pay-per-view card. Together they discuss the main and co-main events, their fight of the night, some underdogs and their favorite props to bet this weekend. The main event features Alex Pereira and Jamahal Hill, find out how the guys are approaching this fight and the rest on the slate right here on The Action Network Podcast. 2 - MAIN EVENT 9 - CO-MAIN EVENT 15 - FIGHT OF THE NIGHT 20...
Published 04/12/24
An annual gambling rite of spring, the Masters tees off this week at Augusta National. Here to provide everything a listeners needs to bet this legendary tournament are two analytics experts and seasoned golf modelers, who tell host Maria Marino the biggest edges their models are showing versus the betting market. Spencer Aguiar is the co-host of Action's golf betting podcast Links + Locks, alongside NFL Network's Cynthia Frelund, who has successfully modeled golf for many years. Together...
Published 04/09/24
As the planet emerges from a lunar shadow, our podcast welcomes back 3 experts whose love of the NFL Draft is eclipsed only by their passion for betting. Action Network's Evan Abrams, Jacob Wayne and Travis Reed join host Brendan Glasheen to discuss the 2024 NFL Draft, which is now only two Earth weeks away. Together they discuss the fallout of the Stefon Diggs trade, the Buffalo first player selected market, Brock Bowers potential landing spots and so much more. Plus, some flyers worth...
Published 04/08/24
Action Network MMA betting experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward are back to break down this weekend's UFC card. Together they discuss the main event, their fight of the night, some underdogs and their favorite props to bet this weekend. The main event features Brendan Allen and Chris Curtis, find out how the guys are approaching this fight and the rest on the slate right here on The Action Network Podcast. 2 - MAIN EVENT 8 - FIGHT OF THE NIGHT 13 - FAVORITE UNDERDOGS 21 - TOP PROPS 24 - BEST...
Published 04/05/24
Four teams are left for their One Shining Moment in the NCAA Tournament but Action Network betting experts Sean Koerner, Nick Giffen and Mike Calabrese are ready for a few shining moments of their own betting player props in the Final Four. Together the guys discuss their favorite looks for Saturday's slate. Tune in to hear where they see value and don't forget to follow in the free, award-winning Action Network app for when the guys have more picks. And for North Carolina bettors looking for...
Published 04/04/24
The calendar has turned to April, and Action Network NFL Draft betting experts Travis Reed, Evan Abrams and Jacob Wayne join host Brendan Glasheen to breakdown their latest round of handicapping on the NFL's biggest spring event. With the first round just weeks away, the foursome discusses the swings in JJ McCarthy's odds to Minnesota, Kansas City's newfound potential to draft a wideout in the first round, and so much more. And for any listeners who haven't signed up yet at BetMGM, remember...
Published 04/01/24
Action Network MMA betting experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward are back to break down this weekend's UFC card. Together they discuss the main event, their fight of the night, some underdogs and their favorite props to bet this weekend. The main event features Erin Blanchfield and Manon Fiorot, find out how the guys are approaching this fight and the rest on the slate right here on The Action Network Podcast. 2 - MAIN EVENT 7 - FIGHT OF THE NIGHT 13 - FAVORITE UNDERDOGS 21 - TOP PROPS 25 -...
Published 03/29/24
To no one's surprise, new Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh sang the praises of J.J. McCarthy's Pro Day at Michigan, fueling additional speculation on McCarthy's draft position. With just one month remaining til the clock starts on the first round, host Brendan Glasheen welcomes back Action Network NFL Draft betting experts Travis Reed, Evan Abrams and Jacob Wayne to talk all things betting for this year's NFL Draft. Together they discuss the latest markets available, Daniel Jeremiah's...
Published 03/25/24
Action Network MMA betting experts Sean Zerillo and Billy Ward are back for some UFC bets. The main event features Amanda Ribas and Rose Namajunas. Find out how the guys are approaching this fight, hear some discussion on PEDs and a few other plays they're on from underdogs, prop bets and more! Subscribe, rate and review and download the free, award-winning Action Network app for more UFC betting content. 3 - MAIN EVENT 8 - FIGHT OF THE NIGHT 15 - FAVORITE UNDERDOGS 23 - TOP PROPS 27 - BEST...
Published 03/22/24
The real start of March Madness is finally upon us, so we're bringing out the heavy hitters! Action Network Predictive Analytics kingpins Sean Koerner and Nick Giffen are joined by Michael Calabrese and Doug Ziefel to give out their favorite player prop bets for the first round of the Men's NCAA Tournament this Thursday and Friday. We've got all-day action coast-to-coast, so hurry up and tail these picks before the window closes, and enjoy the Madness! And for North Carolina bettors looking...
Published 03/21/24
For a third consecutive March Madness, Action Network predictive analyst Dr. Nick Giffen returns with his Giffen Guide episode. In these special editions of the podcast, Giffen outlines a special moneyline rollover strategy, identifying eight March Madness participants at 5-seeds or higher that he believes have the most value to win three times and make the Elite 8. He explains the rollover strategy and the math behind it, and dives into the reasoning behind all eight selections. So listen...
Published 03/19/24
With Pro Days set this week across several major college programs, the 2024 NFL Draft market is due for a shake-up. And as Detroit prepares for the festivities at the end of April, Action Network host Brendan Glasheen welcomes back on Action NFL Draft fanatics Evan Abrams and Travis Reed, along with new contributor Jacob Wayne. Together the foursome discusses how to approach this year's Draft from a betting perspective. Where can bettors find value in the markets available now? How should we...
Published 03/18/24
Action Network MMA betting experts Billy Ward and Bryan Fonseca team up for some UFC bets. The main event features birthday boy Tai Tuivasa and Marcin Tybura. Find out how the guys are approaching this fight and if the birthday impacts the handicap. Plus, they discuss all of their favorite plays from underdogs, prop bets and more! While we're on birthdays, it's Sean Zerillo's birthday too! So happy birthday, Sean, enjoy your day off! Subscribe, rate and review and download the free,...
Published 03/15/24
Selection Sunday is almost here, which means millions of American will fill out their annual March Madness brackets and compete in office pools from coast-to-coast. For all those entering bracket-related contests or Survivor pools, we've got you covered! Action Network expert Travis Reed and host Brendan Glasheen welcome back friend of the podcast Jason Lisk from PoolGenius.com, as they help outline the best strategies to employ across pools of all shapes and sizes. They discuss how a...
Published 03/13/24