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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

Rickie Fowler in danger of slipping into a career spiral

It's been a rough few months for Rickie Fowler on the golf course.

Tiger Woods misses a gimme with his confusing new brand

For the first time in 27 years, Tiger Woods will not be donning Nike in a PGA Tour event.

Golf best bets: Long shots to target at the Genesis Invitational

Targeting long shots on the PGA Tour has been quite fruitful to start the season. YB's Jack Dougherty says let's keep it rolling and see if we can't nail a long-shot winner for this week's Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club. 

Look of the Day for Tuesday, Feb. 13: Bucks to jump on Heat early

There's nothing better than hitting a sweat-free winner to start the week, and that's exactly what Texas Tech gave us with a 79-50 thrashing over Kansas. Let's keep the good times rolling with our favorite NBA bet for Tuesday night's slate. 

'Crossed the line': Rowdy WM Phoenix Open needs fixing

PGA Tour players sign up for the Waste Management Phoenix Open because it's a refreshing change of pace from the typical event on the schedule. The loose atmosphere allows players to get away from the grind of a full PGA Tour season and have fun with the rowdiest crowd in golf. 

Golf best bets: Outright picks for the Genesis Invitational

The PGA Tour closes out the West Coast Swing this week with the Genesis Invitational from Riviera Country Club, and a familiar face is headlining the field.

Look of the Day for Monday, Feb. 12: A crucial Big 12 matchup

We sadly waved goodbye to the 2023-24 NFL season on Sunday night, so we'll need to find somewhere else to get our betting fix. After a 3-2 week in our Look of the Day series, let's start off the new week with our favorite college basketball play for Monday's slate.

MLB betting: And just like that . . . baseball's on its way

So, the Super Bowl is over. Now what? Well, the good news is the 2024 MLB season will begin on March 28. Yardbarker's Jack Dougherty has the info you need to get ready.

Super Bowl LVIII: Have fun with this 100/1 long-bomb Same Game Super Parlay

Super Bowl LVIII is right around the corner, and you can find everything you need to know about the big game right here at Yardbarker. We've got you covered with betting previews, player props, MVP picks and more, but now it's time for a bomb.

Look of the Day for Friday, Feb. 9: A golf winner to cap the week

We're at 2-2 on the week in our Look of the Day series. We've got one last chance to secure a profitable week, so let's do just that with our favorite bet for Friday's slate.

Look of the Day for Thursday, Feb. 8: Give us a piece of Tyrese

The Charlotte Hornets cruised over their team total on Wednesday night to give us our second straight Look of the Day winner. Let's gun for three in a row with our favorite NBA prop for Thursday night's slate.

Where unwritten rules go to die: Why WM Phoenix Open is PGA Tour's best non-major

The 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale is the most electric 160 yards in golf, but it's not the only reason the WM Phoenix Open is the best non-major in golf. The back nine at TPC Scottsdale is adept at creating drama on a Sunday.

Golf best bets: 3 props for the WM Phoenix Open

The biggest party in golf is going down this weekend at the WM Phoenix Open from TPC Scottsdale, starring the rowdy par-3 16th hole surrounded by a makeshift stadium.

Look of the Day for Wednesday, Feb. 7: Get a buzz on with the Hornets

We ventured into the college basketball world Tuesday for our Look of the Day and cashed a ticket on the Baylor-Texas Tech over. Let's head back to the NBA for our favorite bet on Wednesday night's slate.   

Looking for a creative Super Bowl prop? We've got your back

Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers is almost upon us, and we've got you covered all week with game breakdowns and prop bets galore.

LIV Golf Las Vegas best bets: This weekend, LIV it up in Vegas

The Super Bowl isn't the only sporting event going down in Sin City this weekend. That's right, LIV Golf is crashing the party with its second tournament in as many weeks, this time at Las Vegas Country Club just outside The Strip. 

Golf best bets: Long shots to target at the WM Phoenix Open

The year of the long shot on the PGA Tour continues to roll on without a hitch. Five tournaments, five winners that started the week at 100/1 or higher.

Look of the Day for Tuesday, Feb. 6: Bang this over and enjoy the show

Tuesday night's college basketball slate is loaded with high-powered matchups, and we're eyeing up a ranked showdown in the stacked Big 12 for our Look of the Day.   

Golf best bets: Outright picks for the WM Phoenix Open

After a shortened week at Pebble Beach, the PGA Tour heads to Arizona this week for the WM Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale. Yardbarker's Jack Dougherty has 3 outright picks.

Look of the Day for Monday, Feb. 5: No wonder we like this under

Happy Super Bowl week to all! The big game is coming up this Sunday, so we'll be looking to build up our bankroll before the weekend. Let's begin by taking a look at our favorite NBA prop bet for Monday's slate. 

Golf bets: Live weekend bets to target for the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Yardbarker's Jack Doughterty targets one matchup and two outright bets in the live betting market for the remainder of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. 

Super Bowl bets: Scorigamis and octopi highlight the four wackiest prop bets

As we scour the board for valuable bets, let's check out the four wackiest prop bets we found that sportsbooks are offering to customers.   

Look of the Day for Friday, Feb. 2: Book it for Booker

Kelly Oubre Jr. caught fire in the fourth quarter to give us our second Look of the Day cash of the week, and we're gunning for a second straight winner to close out a profitable week.

LIV Golf going all-in with tournament TV coverage, why can't PGA Tour?

The PGA Tour isn't reaching as many fans as it could because of its frustrating television coverage. It may need to take a page out of LIV Golf's book to win them back. 

Look of the Day for Thursday, Feb. 1: Good price on some treys

We're looking for a bounce-back winner on Thursday night with an injury-related player NBA prop.