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Jack Dougherty

Jack Dougherty has been writing professionally since 2015, contributing to publications such as GoPSUSports.com, Centre Daily Times, Associated Press, and Sportscasting.com. He also spent more than a year working at a casino sportsbook, where he learned the ins and outs of the betting world and witnessed the grave mistakes casual bettors make every day. Now, Jack wants to use his expertise and experience in the industry to make you a more disciplined and more profitable bettor.

EXPERTISE:

Golf, Sports Betting, Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia 76ers, Philadelphia Phillies

Room for improvement: One unit on each NFC team that needs work

Roster construction is usually top of mind 365 days a year for every NFL front office. But no team is built perfectly.

Bryson DeChambeau emphatically doubles down on LIV Golf future

Rumors about Bryson DeChambeau wanting to return to the PGA Tour once his LIV Golf contract runs out have been running rampant among fans and media pundits alike. Well, there might be a reason they're only rumors. 

The four most important stats that will decide U.S. Open

It's going to take an impressive all-around performance to conquer the beast of a golf course, but these four stats could end up determining the winner of the 2025 U.S. Open. 

Three dark-horse contenders at the U.S. Open

The prevailing sentiment heading into the U.S. Open at Oakmont (Pa.) Country Club is that the tournament will come down to big guns Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy.

Why these three stars have no shot to win U.S. Open

Oakmont Country Club presents an extremely demanding test that only an elite player can tackle. 

Power ranking the U.S. Open favorites after Scottie Scheffler

It's officially U.S. Open week, and we can't wait to watch the best in the world battle at the brutally tough Oakmont Country Club near Pittsburgh. Looking

Five holes that will decide U.S. Open at Oakmont

Golf can sometimes seem too easy for professionals, but Oakmont Country Club, near Pittsburgh, will make sure that won't happen at this week's 2025 U.S. Open.

Pros and cons to the Eagles possibly signing Jaire Alexander

According to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, the Green Bay Packers plan on releasing cornerback Jaire Alexander on Monday. The Philadelphia Eagles have quickly emerged as a potential landing spot for the two-time Pro Bowler, but would it be a smart move?

Phil Mickelson makes stunning revelation about U.S. Open future

The U.S. Open is still Mickelson's white whale.

Rory McIlroy reveals why he ghosted media at PGA Championship

McIlroy had a rough week at Quail Hollow Club during the PGA Championship. After his driver was deemed nonconforming early in the week, the Northern Irishman limped to a T47 finish.

Ranking the head coach-GM combos within each AFC division

In the NFL, it's important for the key decision-makers to be on the same page. That's especially true for a team's head coach and general manager. The GM typically picks the players, who must suit the philosophy and vision of the team's head coach.

Ranking the head coach-GM combos within each NFC division

In the NFL, it's important for the key decision-makers to be on the same page. That's especially true for a team's head coach and general manager. The GM typically picks the players, who must suit the philosophy and vision of the team's head coach.

Storylines for RBC Canadian Open: Rory McIlroy returns

With this week serving as the final tune-up before the U.S. Open, let's take a look at the three most intriguing storylines in Canada. 

A dentist, UPS driver highlight crazy stories from U.S. Open Final Qualifying

U.S. Open Final Qualifying may be the only event on the golf calendar in which a dentist, a high schooler and a UPS driver can compete for a chance to play in the third major championship of the season.

U.S. Open final qualifying: Max Homa, Rickie Fowler among big names to fall short

On Monday, hundreds of golfers competed in 36-hole tournaments across North America with hopes of punching their last-second tickets to the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.

Rickie Fowler’s $600,000 payday wasn’t his biggest prize at the Memorial

Rickie Fowler sure picked the right time to have his best week of the season.

Jack Nicklaus spills the harsh truth about Scottie Scheffler’s dominance

Niklaus didn't hold back in his assessment of Scheffler's dominance, and may have hit on an underlying issue in professional golf.

Ben Griffin confidently claims he's a top-five golfer in the world

It's been a remarkable run for Ben Griffin, but this recent hot streak seems to be getting to his head.

One major move for every AFC team to make

Free agency, the NFL Draft and rookie mini-camps are in the rearview. Training camps won't begin until deep into the summer. But team building continues. With that in mind, Yardbarker NFL writers identify one major move each team in the AFC should make.

One major move for every NFC team to make

Free agency, the NFL Draft and rookie mini-camps are far in the rearview. Training camps won't begin until deep into the summer. But team building continues. With that in mind, Yardbarker NFL writers identify one major move each team in the NFC should make.

Storylines for Memorial Tournament: Who can challenge Scottie Scheffler?

The PGA Tour pays a visit to Jack Nicklaus' backyard this week for the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club.

Charlie Woods follows in dad's footsteps with first junior win

This was an impressive victory for Woods, considering it was just his fifth career AJGA start.

Will Zalatoris makes devastating injury announcement

In 2025, Zalatoris finished inside the top 25 in four of his first six worldwide starts. Since then, though, he's been one of the worst players on the PGA Tour.