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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

Who is Tiger Woods' new caddie, Lance Bennett?

When you tune in to The Genesis Invitational this week to watch Tiger Woods return to the golf course, you're going to notice a few differences about his look.

Look of the Day for Thursday, Feb. 15: Ride the hot Bruins

In typical Look of the Day fashion, Evan Mobley finished with nine rebounds on Wednesday night to fall one short of his over. The bad breaks keep on coming, but that won't stop us from firing every day.

The chaotic 10th hole at Riviera Country Club is the best drivable par 4 in golf

Every golf course on earth should feature a drivable par 4. There's nothing quite like the risk-reward element of a short hole that can concede eagles and double bogeys at a similar rate.

Tiger Woods' new threads won't be his only makeover for The Genesis Invitational

The PGA Tour returns to the iconic Riviera Country Club this week for The Genesis Invitational, and the signature event also signals the return of Tiger Woods.

Golf best bets: 3 props for The Genesis Invitational

The West Coast Swing on the PGA Tour comes to a close this week with The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club. Now Yardbarker's Jack Dougherty shifts his focus to prop bets.  

Look of the Day for Wednesday, Feb. 14: With Evan, we're in heaven

The Milwaukee Bucks put up a dud against the Miami Heat on Tuesday night to spoil our Look of the Day winning streak. Let's start a new streak on Wednesday night with our favorite player prop in the NBA. 

Let's keep the parlay party going

Our very own Griffin Carroll cashed his +254 steals parlay for the people on Tuesday, and we'll be looking to follow up that performance with a parlay winner of our own.

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.