The Favorites Sports Betting Podcast

It all ends here! The first round of the 2023 NFL Draft is tonight in Kansas City, with the top prospects on hand all hoping to hear their name called. Some NFL GMs are calling this the most unpredictable draft in recent memory, and the mania in the draft betting market has certainly reflected that. There has been incredible movement across the first round in terms of odds, and today Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter reconvene to go through their thoughts on Bryce Young, Will Levis, Anthony Richardson, Will Anderson and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL Draft begins in just 48 hours, so Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to discuss all the latest activity in the betting markets. Will Levis odds have gone crazy since a totally unsubstantiated Reddit rumor earlier today, sending shockwaves through the Top 5 market. We also have movement on Will Anderson and other prospects, plus an improving chance of two running backs going in the first round. This is also our first episode delivered LIVE on the Action Network YouTube channel, so you'll want to subscribe to Action Network's channel to get the newest Favorites live shows, all year long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are Ohio State quarterbacks cursed? With just seven days until the NFL Draft, Action Network's Direct of Research joins hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter with a trove of historical data about this year's Draft. He has information on Buckeye quarterbacks, Green Bay's first round predilections, aging signal-callers and so much more. Plus, we hear some of their best bets so far as Draft Day approaches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2023 NFL Draft commences in Kansas City next week, so Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome one of the sharpest NFL mock drafters onto the show this week. Nick Guarisco, better known as FantasyLawGuy, has submitted one of the most accurate NFL mock drafts in three of the last four years, as judged by third-party evaluator Mock Draft Database. Few experts can distinguish the signal through the noise and look past the NFL smokescreens better than Nick, so he provides his take on the first round at this point, the differing opinions on where the top quarterbacks will land, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL Draft is quickly approaching, so Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on colleagues Travis Reed and Luke Swain (better known online as @VegasRefund), two expert NFL Draft bettors and two Action OG's. Together they go through the latest Draft machinations, including some recent mock drafts that have the betting community buzzing. Plus, we hear their favorite picks so far, and the trades they see as likeliest to transpire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gambling has always been a Traditional Unlike Any Other, but this week we turn our attention to the Masters, the most prestigious golf tournament in America. Here to help Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter out with his favorite betting model plays for the tournament is Spencer Aguiar, co-host of Action's golf betting podcast Links and Locks, and the reigning FSWA golf writer of the year. One of the most thoughtful golf bettors around, Spencer answers the duo's questions about what makes the Masters different from a handicapping perspective, and what his favorite plays are for this week's action across multiple markets. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It all comes down to this. March Madness draws to a close in just 3 short games, as Florida Atlantic, San Diego State, Miami and Connecticut battle for the NCAA title. Today Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome back their colleague Stuckey, a college basketball betting veteran and co-host of the Big Bets On Campus podcast. Together they go through hedging scenarios, championship game matchups, picks for each game, and plenty more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Major League Baseball is ready to take gamblers out to the ballgame, and with March Madness winding down there's no better place to start than Opening Day. With the first pitch of the 2023 MLB season on Thursday, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on their colleagues (and co-hosts of the Payoff Pitch podcast) Anthony Dabbundo and Sean Zerillo. Together they go through their favorite bets heading into the season, including individual player markets, win totals, longshots and more. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second weekend of March Madness is here, so Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are joined by their Action Network colleague Stuckey to preview all eight games in the Sweet 16. Together they discuss Princeton's chances against Creighton, how Miami harnesses the power of teamwork, and so much more. Plus, is Nick Saban throwing shade at a department coworker? #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even with March Madness in full swing, the NFL offseason never sleeps. Here to discuss the latest movements is Action Network NFL expert Chris Raybon, who joins Chad Millman and Simon Hunter to discuss the bets he's already making for the 2023 NFL season. Plus we hear about why the Bears are a great bet, and how the Seahawks could soar again soon. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The First Round of March Madness is already underway, so let's get gambling! Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are joined by their colleague and college basketball expert Michael Calabrese, co-host of the Big Bets On Campus podcast, as they preview the games on Friday. Is Gonzaga underrated in the NCAA Tournament this season? Are Creighton and Furman teams worth backing? And who are some other upset specials Calabrese will be targeting on Friday and in the rounds ahead? #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

March Madness has arrived! Here to break it all down with Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter is their colleague Stuckey, co-host of the Big Bets On Campus podcast. Together they go through the bracket, focusing in on the Thursday games Stuckey is betting, and how to navigate some of the trickier matchups we'll see in the First Round. Betting the NCAA Tournament is a blast, so get on the road to the final score with us! #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NFL free agency begins on Monday, but we've already had an active offseason of quarterback movement and intrigue. Here to help Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter discuss it all is their colleague Chris Raybon, NFL betting expert and co-host of the Action Network Podcast. Together they go through Lamar Jackson, Aaron Rodgers, Daniel Jones and more, plus identify potential breakout teams for 2023. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 95th presentation of the Academy Awards will be held on Sunday, so Action Network betting experts (and movie fans) Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome friend of the show Michael Lasker, top talent manager at Mosaic in Los Angeles and one of the biggest Oscars nerds on the planet. Together they go through the betting market for the biggest night in Hollywood, and dive into the process of gambling on the Oscars successfully. #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NBA season is in its stretch run, so Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on NBA insider and colleague Matt Moore to discuss all things NBA futures betting and playoff races. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The annual NFL Combine begins this week in Indianapolis, as top NFL Draft prospects showcase their talents for senior evaluators and decision-makers across the league. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome friend of the show Matthew Freedman back to discuss the latest happenings from a gambling perspective, including what players stand the most to gain from a show-stopping performance this week. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return with their mailbag episode's second installment. This time they tackle the LA Chargers, beloved aromas, and so much more. Plus, we learn the sport Simon would devote his life to betting on if football went away. #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the NFL season now a distant memory, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter sit down this week to answer a few of the many, many questions submitted by our listeners. What impact does Sean Payton's return have on gamblers? Does Derek Carr matter? Are aliens real? All of these and lots more burning questions answered. #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Valentines Day to bettors everywhere, as a heartbroken Simon Hunter joins his Action Network colleague Chad Millman to recap a difficult Super Bowl ending for Philadelphia Eagles fans and bettors. Luckily, they are able to turn the page quickly, diving into 2023 NFL futures bets they like across the league, from the Chicago Bears to the Houston Texans, and everything in between. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It all comes down to this. One last podcast episode covering the final game of the NFL season, as the Philadelphia Eagles square off against the Kansas City Chiefs. Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on their colleague Brandon Anderson, who shares his thoughts on the big game, along with a number of plus-money bets he'll be making as the Super Bowl approaches. #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the best ways to celebrate the final game of the NFL season is to take advantage of Super Bowl prop betting markets. These have exploded in popularity in recent years, and now sportsbook operators offer thousands of different prop betting options across just a single game. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on their colleagues Chris Raybon and Sean Koerner to dive deep into their favorite prop bets for the big game. Chris and Sean both finished the NFL season ranked inside FantasyPros rankings for player projections, and few professionals have met with more player prop success in their careers. So enjoy this conversation covering everything from punts and timeouts to the length of the National Anthem, and everything in between. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Freedman of FantasyPros and Action Network Director of Research Evan Abrams join the show for a very special look at historical Super Bowl trends and data, and all the unique angles you can use to approach Super Bowl LVII. With a spread holding steady well under a field goal, hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are still gathering as much information as they can in the days leading up to the big game. Freedman and Abrams are happy to oblige, with a fun episode crammed with information you can use to bet smarter next Sunday. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The dust has settled on a wild Conference Championship weekend of the NFL playoffs. Now, the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs square off in a matchup that promises to be one of the tightest spreads in Super Bowl history. Action Network betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter sit down to discuss their initial opinions on the side and totals, as Simon checks in from his native England. In the days ahead, The Favorites Podcast will also include a special Trends episode, an exhaustive Prop Bets episode, before we conclude with a Best Bets episode on February 9th. #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Only 3 games remain for this NFL season, so Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter hunker down to preview all the betting angles for the AFC and NFC Championship games. Together they run through the most even set of matchups the NFL has seen in almost 25 years, with lines hovering below a field goal, with totals floating around 46 points. Quarterback uncertainty has gamblers speculating on mobility and availability, but Chad and Simon lay it on the line with their favorite four picks for this Sunday. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you looked at the remaining odds to win the Super Bowl, the NFL's final four teams are nearly a dead heat. With current lines under a field goal and totals under 47, the AFC and NFC title game matchups are nearly mirror images of one another, despite drastically different quarterback situations. Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to preview both games from a gambling perspective, outlining the way they foresee the markets moving in the days ahead, and where the best value lies at current prices. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football fans and gamblers alike are drooling over this weekend's matchups, with incredible games in store on the road to the Super Bowl. Action Network's Chad Millman and Simon Hunter discuss every game, deciding on their top plays and strategies for how to approach each one. Plus, we get a round of Sharp Calls to hear what other pro bettors are doing this week. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals escaped with Wild Card victories last weekend, and they join the surging Cowboys, plucky Jaguars and more in the the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs. Often the most exciting weekend of NFL betting action of the season, this slate promises to be a thrilling series of matchups from start to finish. Here to break it all down are Chad Millman and Simon Hunter of Action Network. Together they make a few of their favorite early picks on sides and totals, and dive into the launch of Action's new New York City studio. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kickoff of the NFL postseason looms, so it's time for Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter to narrow down their top bets for the NFL Super Wild Card Weekend slate. With so many quarterbacks making their playoff debuts it can feel like a minefield selecting winners against the spread. Luckily, this isn't our duo's first rodeo. Plus, we hear about interesting teaser opportunities, situation trends, and lots more angles for bettors everywhere. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Time to put on your gambling game faces as the NFL Super Wild Card Weekend approaches. Six games to bet on from Saturday to Monday night, with some unfamiliar playoff faces under center. But calling the signals on the show are trusted veterans Chad Millman and Simon Hunter of Action Network, who go through the board and highlight their favorite bets early in the week. They also recap their playoff seeding predictions from September 1st, and discuss the best games to wait on or pounce on this weekend. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL regular season has reached the end of the line, and gamblers are eager to bet one last NFL slate. With playoff intrigue and teams eager to play spoiler across the league, this can be one of the biggest minefields of the season. Luckily, Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are here to help us navigate it. Together they make their top plays of the week, recap their performance in the season-long pick 'em contest, and give some guidance on how to hedge any longshot divisional futures that still have legs. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chad Millman and Simon Hunter of Action Network discuss the betting angles across the final slate of the NFL regular season. #Volume #herd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The last episode of a wild 2022 is finally here. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter look through a rocky slate of games for this penultimate week of the NFL regular season. Together they narrow down their favorite against the spread bets, including a long hard look at the discarded Tampa Bay Bucs as they face the surging Carolina Panthers. Plus, we hear a round of Sharp Calls, with many professional groups split on the week's biggest matchups. We also discuss the enormous Bills vs Bengals game on Monday Night Football, and so much more. #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the NFL regular season enters its final weeks, teams across the league battle for playoff spots and division titles. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to preview all 16 games this week, including what should be a thrilling Monday Night Football game between the Bills and Bengals. Plus, we dive into the Foxhole and hear Simon's Simon Says pick for Week 17. #Volume #herd #colincowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFL goes walking in a winter wonderland this weekend, with wind and freezing temperature leading to the lowest totals seen across the slate in over a decade. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter brave the frosty air, and look to avoid being Jingle Bell squares as they climb their way into the money in their pick 'em contest. Together they make their Big Balls Pick of the Week, underdog moneyline round robin, hear a round of Sharp Calls, and lots more. #Volume #ColinCowherd #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter make their picks under the mistletoe, hoping to smooch more NFL winners. NFL Week 16 slides down our betting chimney with lots of intriguing matchups for naughty and nice gamblers alike, starting with a surprisingly festive matchup in the Meadowlands on Thursday. But do you recall... the most infamous head coach of all? Embattled coach Kliff Kingsbury and his Arizona Cardinals anchor a Christmas slate against the flailing Buccaneers in a game that could leave gamblers struggling to keep their eggnog down. Plus, no holiday season is complete without a Soldier Field game in below zero windchill, or another primetime game featuring the Indianapolis Colts. #Volume #herd #colincowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peace on Earth and mercy mild, gamblers and sportsbooks reconciled! NFL underdogs have dominated against the spread for much of the season, but favorites have slowly crept back into bettors' good graces in recent weeks. Today, Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to narrow down their top plays across the board. Now that games are being played on Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays there has never been a better chance to catch multiple games each week. Who will be the Big Balls Bet of Week 15? And will the guys select a Thursday night winner for their contest lineup? #Volume #herd #colincowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off their bye, our Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter look to keep giving gamblers the Kringle Tingles this December with more winning NFL bets. Full of yuletide cheer, the duo breakdown their favorite sides across the NFL slate, including a fishy line in Giants vs Commanders, a Florida team worth betting immediately, and an NFC North ugly 'dog. #Volume #herd #colincowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are the Chargers the side to back this week? Is Detroit really the better side vs Minnesota? Together Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter debate their final picks for the NFL Week 14 slate, and narrow down their potential contest selections. We get their Big Balls Bet of the Week, an underdog moneyline round robin parlay, and plenty more. #Volume #ColinCowherd #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a robust NFL slate to bet on, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return for another rollicking betting preview episode. Together the duo covers every game on the Week 14 board, including the Battles for Texas and Ohio. Plus, we get Simon Says, Executive Decision and Foxhole bets of the week, and so much more. #volume #Herd #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to narrow down their top plays across the NFL Week 13 slate. Will it be lucky number 13 for the duo? Or will they enact their required bye week in the contest? Hear their Big Balls Bet of the Week, Scooch Roulette, and so much more. #Volume #ColinCowherd #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With some tantalizing marquee matchups, this week's NFL slate is loaded with betting possibilities. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are here to preview the full board, and give some of their favorite early picks against the spread. The Bengals and Chiefs clash in an AFC showdown, while the 49ers and Dolphins look to silence doubters. Plus, we get a quick recap of Week 12 and check in on the viability of a Jacksonville AFC South ticket. #Volume #Herd #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Thanksgiving, gamblers! Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon hunter offer a cornucopia overflowing with NFL picks this week, as they look to condense the show into a single episode this week. Together they give their top against the spread bets, and cover the entire Thanksgiving slate, Sunday slate, and Monday Night Football. #Volume #Herd #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dallas Cowboys weigh heavily on the mind of Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter this week, as they look to finalize their favorite betting picks for NFL Week 11. Together they go through the board and select their best plays, including some love for the lowly Houston Texans and a diagnosis of a potential thundersnow matchup in Buffalo. Plus, we get a round of professional bettors feedback in Sharp Calls, and plenty more. #Volume #Herd #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Eagles and Bills suffered unexpected losses last week. Is now the time to bet them on the rebound? Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter discuss these and every other game on the NFL Week 11 slate as they give out their favorite early bets. Is now the time to jump off the Jets bandwagon? Does Baker Mayfield matter in Baltimore on Sunday? And what is happening with this line for 49ers vs Cardinals in Mexico? All this and plenty more on this week's episode. #Volume #colincowherd #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The pressure is on Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter this week, as they look to maintain a perfect streak of winning weeks in their weekly million dollar pick 'em contest to start the season. Together they discuss sharp calls Simon has received so far this week, dive deeply in the Steelers home game against New Orleans, and feel out how invested they want to get in a Packers underdog opportunity. #Volume #Herd #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After nearly sweeping the board last week, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return from Lexington to look at the Week 10 slate across the NFL. Together they start to narrow down their contest picks, which have yet to have a losing week this season. They breakdown the Browns, the Broncos, the Packers and more, plus give out their Simon Says, Executive Decision and Foxhole Bets of the Week. #Volume #Herd #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live from the Horse Capital of the World, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter talk Breeders Cup racing and a wild night out in Lexington, Kentucky. They are joined by horseracing expert Scott Hazleton of FanDuel TV, who takes the guys through a great day of racing and betting on Saturday. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a hotel room in The Horse Capital of the World, Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter quickly run through their favorite sides for this week's NFL slate, including their Big Balls Bet of the Week, and an underdog round robin parlay that's sure to please. #Volume #Herd #ColinCowherdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After an 8th consecutive winning week in their pick 'em contest to start the season, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are riding high. Together they break down every game on the NFL Week 9 slate, making their Simon Says, Foxhole and Executive Decision bets, along with leans on every other game on the board. Plus, they share details about our BONUS episode recording live Friday afternoon from Keeneland in beautiful Lexington, Kentucky for Breeders Cup weekend. #Herd #ColinCowherd #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chad Millman and Simon Hunter of Action Network return to narrow down their favorite picks for NFL Week 8. Is now the time to buy on Kliff Kingsbury? Are the Texans a side worth taking? And can the Jets soars to new heights against the Patriots? #Volume #ColinCowherd #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.