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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

NFL best bets: Week 6 'Beat the Line' moves

These three early NFL Week 6 picks from YB's Jack Dougherty should create closing line value by Sunday afternoon. Jump on them while you can.

NFL 'MNF' Week 5: Best bets and preview for Raiders vs. Packers

It's time for another edition of "Monday Night Football," and YB's Jack Dougherty says it's time to target some best bets for Raiders-Packers. 

MLB Playoff picks: Best bets for Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks Game 2

The D-backs have a chance to go up 2-0 over the Dodgers in the NLDS with another win on Monday night. YB's Jack Dougherty is here with few best bets for tonight's D-backs-Dodgers matchup.

MLB Playoff picks: Best bets for Braves vs. Phillies Game 2

The Atlanta Braves and the Philadelphia Phillies continue their NLDS matchup on Monday at 6:07 p.m. ET, and the home team will be looking to avoid disaster. YB's Jack Dougherty has a 'steal' of a pick.

MLB Playoff picks: Best bets for NLDS Game 1s

The NLDS gets underway Saturday and both matchups will be must-see television. YB's Jack Dougherty has his picks for Phillies-Braves and Dodgers-Diamondbacks.

NFL 'SNF' Week 5: Two touchdown bets for 49ers vs. Cowboys

With the 4-0 San Francisco 49ers hosting the 3-1 Dallas Cowboys on "Sunday Night Football," this one has "game of the year" potential written all over it. YB's Jack Dougherty has two anytime TD bets for "SNF" Week 5. 

MLB Playoff picks: Best bets for ALDS Game 1s

Texas and Minnesota swept their respective AL wild-card series with relative ease, and now we've got two enticing ALDS matchups. YB's Jack Dougherty offers solid wagering opportunities for the savvy bettor. 

NFL 'SNF' Week 5: Two player prop bets for 49ers vs. Cowboys

YB's Jack Dougherty says this week's "SNF" matchup between the 4-0 San Francisco 49ers and the 3-1 Dallas Cowboys should be much more to our liking. And you'll like Jack's 'SNF' prop picks, too.

NFL 'SNF' Week 5: Best bets and preview for 49ers vs. Cowboys

Buckle up, folks. We've got an early game of the year contender on 'Sunday Night Football' this week, as the 4-0 San Francisco 49ers will host the 3-1 Dallas Cowboys in primetime.

NFL 'TNF' Week 5: Best bets and preview for Commanders vs. Bears

Even a less than stellar matchup like tonight's "Thursday Night Football" game between the Washington Commanders and Chicago Bears provides opportunities for the savvy bettor. YB's Jack Dougherty shares his picks.

Golf best bets: Picks for the Sanderson Farms Championship

The PGA Tour continues its fall swing with the Sanderson Farms Championship. It's not much to get excited about, but you can spice things up with a few winning bets from YB's golf expert Jack Dougherty.

'TNF' best bet: Washington QB Sam Howell commands this SGP

Is Commanders-Bears on 'TNF' an enticing matchup we can't wait to watch? Not exactly. But can we make it enticing by crafting a plus-money Same Game Parlay with our friends at FanDuel? You know it.

MLB Playoff picks: Best bets for NL wild-card Game 2s

YB's Jack Dougherty had a good day Tuesday with winners on D-backs moneyline (+165), Christian Walker over 0.5 RBIs (+175) and Phillies-Marlins under 7.5 (-108). Keep it rolling with Jack on Wednesday with a few more best bets for both NL Game 2s.

MLB Playoff picks: Best bets for AL wild-card Game 2s

Both AL wild-card series keep rolling on Wednesday with two Game 2s, and YB's Jack Dougherty has you covered with best bets for Rays vs. Rangers and Blue Jays vs. Twins.

Golf best bets: 3 outright bets to target for the Sanderson Farms Championship

The 44th Ryder Cup has come and gone. Professional golf doesn't take any time off, though, as the PGA Tour returns this weekend for the Sanderson Farms Championship at the Country Club of Jackson, Miss.

MLB playoff picks: Best bets for NL wild-card Game 1s

As for the NL wild-card matchups, let's take a look at Brewers-Diamondbacks and Phillies-Marlins and find some winning bets for both Game 1s along the way.

MLB Playoff picks: Best bets for AL wild-card Game 1s

The 2023 MLB postseason begins Tuesday, starting with the two AL series in the afternoon. YB's baseball expert Jack Dougherty targets a few best bets for Rays vs. Rangers and Twins vs. Blue Jays.

NFL best bets: Week 5 'Beat the Line' moves

If you're still skeptical about the importance of closing line value in the NFL, take a look at our "Beat the Line" picks from Week 4. We guarantee you'll be impressed enough to tail YB's Jack Dougherty on his Week 5 picks.

NFL 'MNF' Week 4: Best bets and preview for Giants vs. Seahawks

YB's Jack Dougherty breaks down the "Monday Night Football" matchup between the New York Giants and the Seattle Seahawks. Jack takes a look at the Week 4 finale and shares his best bets.  

NFL 'SNF' Week 4: Player props for Jets vs. Chiefs

"Sunday Night Football" features an AFC matchup between the New York Jets and Kansas City Chiefs. YB's Jack Dougherty shares his two favorite props for "SNF." 

NFL 'SNF' Week 4: Two touchdown bets for Jets vs. Chiefs

It's time for another edition of "Sunday Night Football," which means it's time for YB's Jack Dougherty to share another two-pack of anytime touchdown bets for this week's primetime matchup between the New York Jets and the Kansas City Chiefs.

NFL 'SNF' Week 4: Best bets and preview for Jets vs. Chiefs

We're gearing up for the Week 4 edition of "Sunday Night Football," but while the game on the field might be the secondary attraction at MetLife Stadium, YB's Jack Dougherty still has some first-string picks on Jets-Chiefs.

Ryder Cup Day 2 best bets: Ride the European wave

After what he saw on Ryder Cup Day 1, YB's Jack Dougherty is buying a first-class ticket on the Team Europe bandwagon and riding the home team with his two best bets for Day 2.

Expect Americans to fall with a whimper at Ryder Cup

Pathetic. That's the only word to describe Team USA's performance on Day 1 of the 2023 Ryder Cup on Friday at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club in Rome.

MLB HR props for Friday 9/29: This prop is Taylor made

We've made it to the final day of home run props in the regular season. Let's finish the year off with a bang and build up the bankroll for the playoffs with our Jack Dougherty's three favorite HR prop bets for Friday's MLB slate.