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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

Golf best bets: Outright picks for the American Express

The PGA Tour returns stateside after a two-week Hawaii vacation for The American Express from PGA West in La Quinta, Calif. Here are the three outright bets Yardbarker's Jack Dougherty is targeting for The American Express. 

NFL 'Beat the Line' moves for the divisional round

A "Beat the Line" wild-card sweep brings our ATS record to 29-19-1 on the season. Let's finish the season strong, starting with our two early picks for the divisional round this weekend. 

Look of the Day for Tuesday, Jan. 16: Back the Sixers early

The New York Knicks and Orlando Magic combined for just 192 points to cruise to a sweat-free under and cash our second straight Look of the Day winner. Let's keep the winning streak rolling with our favorite bet for Tuesday's shortened NBA slate. 

NFL divisional round: 4 bets to target

The NFL divisional round matchups are officially set, and we can't wait for another loaded weekend of playoff football. Here are four early bets YB's Jack Dougherty is targeting for the divisional round.  

NFL divisional round: 2 early bets for San Francisco 49ers vs. Green Bay Packers

In the most surprising result from Super Wild Card Weekend, the Green Bay Packers went into Jerry World and dominated the Dallas Cowboys from the opening kickoff.

NFL Super Wild Card Weekend: Touchdown props for Monday

We've got a Monday doubleheader on deck to close out Super Wild Card Weekend, and what better way to attack an NFL playoff slate than to fire on a few juicy anytime touchdown bets.

NFL Super Wild Card Weekend: Player props for Monday

Thanks to a blinding blizzard in Orchard Park over the weekend, we have a playoff doubleheader on deck for Monday to close out Super Wild Card Weekend.

NFL best bets: QBs are the key to this WC SGP+

We were supposed to have only one playoff game on Monday to close out Super Wild Card Weekend, but Mother Nature decided to intervene and push Buffalo Bills-Pittsburgh Steelers back a day.

Look of the Day for Monday Jan. 15: With Jalen Brunson hurting, no wonder it's an under

We closed out last week with a Look of the Day winner on the Denver Nuggets, and we're looking to carry that momentum into this week. Let's cash another LOTD ticket with our favorite bet for Monday's loaded NBA slate.

NFL longer-term prop bets: Let Travis Kelce help you afford those Taylor Swift tickets

Let's examine some playoff-long prop bets that present value at big prices. Here are three playoff specials we're targeting, including a Travis Kelce bet with a huge payoff.

Brrrrrrr! How will the weather impact your Bills-Steelers bets?

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says Bills-Steelers will not be postponed again, so it's on for 4:30 p.m. Monday.

Look of the Day for Friday Jan. 12: Nuggets look golden vs. Pelicans

We need a win to close out the week on Look of the Day, and we're going to get it thanks to the best team in the Western Conference.

Look of the Day for Thursday, Jan. 11: Celts won't tame Dame

After a wild, unprofitable ride on Wednesday, let's move to a more stable market and target our favorite NBA player prop for Thursday's Look of The Day. 

NFL Super Wild Card Weekend: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Miami Dolphins betting picks, preview

We've got a banger of an NFL wild-card matchup Saturday night when Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs host Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins.

Golf best bets: 3 props for the Sony Open

The PGA Tour season rolls on to Oahu this weekend for the second leg of the Hawaii double at the Sony Open. YB's golf expert Jack Dougherty has the picks. 

Look of the Day for Wednesday Jan. 10 

Our first college basketball Look of the Day this season fell flat, but we're going right back to the well for our Wednesday LOTD. 

NBA best bets: Pistons to get help from Ivey leaguer

The NFL playoffs are right around the corner, but before we get to the fun this weekend, let's build up our bankroll with a few plus-money NBA player props on Wednesday night.  

NFL playoff betting: This 63.3 percent trend points to 4 wild-card wagers

Can we interest you in a NFL wild-card trend that's hit at a 63.3 percent clip dating back to 2002? Of course we can. 

Golf best bets: 3 outright picks for the Sony Open

It's time to island hop from Maui to Oahu this week for the second leg of the Hawaii double at the Sony Open. Yardbarker's Jack Dougherty is here with the picks.

Look of the Day for Tuesday, Jan. 9: Let's Wade right in

Let's officially start the week off strong for the Look of the Day with our favorite college basketball spread pick for Tuesday night's slate. 

'Beat the Line' moves for NFL Super Wild Card Weekend 

We're eyeing up a few lines that could move in our favor before Super Wild Card Weekend, so let's break 'em down. 

Look of the Day for Monday Jan. 8: Tatum will outpace Indiana

Most of you will be watching Michigan-Washington on Monday night, but that's not the only event on the schedule. For our Look of the Day, let's target our favorite prop bet for Celtics-Pacers.

CFP championship: Prop bets for Michigan vs. Washington

The Michigan Wolverines will take on the Washington Huskies in the CFP championship game Monday night. Let's break down two prop bets we're targeting for the national title game. 

NFL 'SNF' Week 18: Miami Dolphins vs. Buffalo Bills betting picks, preview

We've made it to the final week of the NFL regular season, and the Week 18 slate closes out with a bang on "Sunday Night Football" when the Miami Dolphins host the Buffalo Bills in a crucial AFC East battle.