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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

NFC: Top non-QB storylines entering training camp

Yardbarker's NFL writers came together this week to identify the top non-QB storylines each team is facing heading into camp. 

Who is Jacob Skov Olesen, the surprising early leader at the Open Championship?

If you're just waking up and tuning into the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush, you might be surprised to see the name J.S. Olesen sitting atop the leaderboard.

British Open Championship: Three stars who can't win

The best in the world have congregated at Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland for the 2025 Open Championship. Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm are the three men to beat at the final major championship of the year, but some big names have no chance of winning the Claret Jug.

British Open Championship: Three longshots who can win at Royal Portrush

Longshots are all the rage in golf, especially after J.J. Spaun won the U.S. Open as a 125-1 underdog. The Open Championship is normally the friendliest major for longshots, so let's take a look at three players who could pull a Spaun at Royal Portrush Golf Club.

British Open Championship storylines: Will Rory McIlroy get revenge?

The Open Championship returns to Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland this week, and we can't wait to watch the best in the world try to tame this 137-year-old beast. 

Five holes that will define the Open Championship at Royal Portrush

When it comes to who will lift up the Claret Jug on Sunday afternoon, these are the five holes that will define the tournament.

Ranking the top five contenders at British Open

The 2025 Open Championship is here, as the best players in the world will compete in the fourth and final major of the season at Royal Portrush Golf Club beginning early on Thursday morning. 

NFC under-the-radar rookies, training camp reporting dates

The first round of the NFL Draft doesn't produce all the stars. Teams also mine gems beyond the first 32 picks.

Rory McIlroy quietly disses PGA of America's prized possession

McIlroy is never afraid to speak his mind, even if it means ruffling a few feathers along the way.

Genesis Scottish Open storylines: Why Scottie Scheffler is switching routine

The PGA Tour heads overseas this week for the Genesis Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club, a famed links course on the east coast of Scotland. 

Jordan Spieth offers new golfer LeBron James a much-needed swing tip

The golf bug infects everyone eventually, and LeBron James is the newest star athlete to receive a bite.  

Ranking the five best golfers suited for links golf right now

After a full season of parkland courses in and around the United States, the PGA Tour heads overseas for a two-week links golf journey in the United Kingdom.

Buckle up for most interesting two events on PGA Tour

The next stops on the PGA Tour schedule are the Genesis Scottish Open and Open Championship, both on famed links courses. Links courses are much different than the typical parkland courses we watch on the PGA Tour most weeks. .

Max Homa finally shows signs of life at John Deere Classic

Max Homa hasn't had much fun playing competitive golf over the last 15 months, but after notching a top-five finish at the John Deere Classic for the first time since the 2024 Masters, he can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. 

Offensive fireworks? Grading NFC skill-position groups

The usual suspect — we're looking at you, Detroit Lions — should again have a high-powered offense. But what teams enter could enter the 2025 NFL season with dreadful offenses?

Storylines for the John Deere Classic: Ben Griffin the man to beat

After a wild week at the Rocket Classic, the PGA Tour heads to Illinois for the John Deere Classic at TPC Deere Run.

Sergio Garcia has reason to celebrate after mediocre finish at LIV Golf Dallas

Garcia shot +3 over three rounds at LIV Golf Dallas to finish in a disappointing tie for 25th.

NFL hot takes: One NFC player on each team who must sizzle in 2025

Sizzle or fizzle? For dozens of NFL players, it's time for them to finally shine in the white-hot spotlight. Ahead of training camps opening in late July, Yardbarker NFL writers identify a player on each NFC team who must get hot this season.

Storylines for the Rocket Classic: Collin Morikawa in need of a spark

The PGA Tour heads to Michigan this week for the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club, a birdie fest that rewards players who can bomb it off the tee and get hot with the putter.

Keegan Bradley should make selfish decision after winning the Travelers Championship

Keegan Bradley is preparing to captain Team USA at the 2025 Ryder Cup in September. The 39-year-old has a few crucial decisions to make in the coming months, and one of them should be a selfish one.

How 2008 Tiger Woods helped J.J. Spaun win the U.S. Open

Spaun overcame a disastrous start to his final round to claim the title.

Storylines for the Travelers Championship: J.J. Spaun back at it after emotional week

The major championship hangover is never fun, but the PGA Tour is making this one bearable with an immediate Signature Event the week after the U.S. Open.

Predicting the U.S. Ryder Cup team after J.J. Spaun's U.S. Open win

Here are our predictions for the six captain's picks if the season ended today.

J.J. Spaun made crazy early-morning stop before winning U.S. Open

J.J. Spaun fought through unlucky breaks, rain and brutal scoring conditions at Oakmont Country Club to capture his first major championship Sunday.

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.