NFL Week 1 has finally arrived! Kickoff of a new season looms large, so Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to talk through every game on a loaded Week 1 slate. Can the Eagles win in Brazil? Can the Ravens exact revenge in Kansas City? Are the Bills on upset alert?

Together Chad and Simon give out their Foxhole, Simon Says and Executive Decision picks of the week. Plus, we hear about the games they are eyeballing as their final five selections in their HUGE annual NFL pick 'em contest. 

In case you're new to the show, The Favorites $100K Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest has offically launched for a second season! Presented by bet365, this totally free-to-play contest has over $100,000 in cash prizes up for grabs to our listeners this NFL season.

Make just five picks every week to compete for our $40,000 first place prize, plus thousands more up for grabs every week of the regular season. Visit Favorites.ActionNetwork.com to sign up for free and make your Week 1 picks today. #Volume  #Herd

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The NFL returns in just one week! Today Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return for a loaded episode outlining all of their top bets heading into the season, including Super Bowl matchups, season win totals, and so much more. Later in the show we get some tantalizing nuggets from Evan Abrams about this upcoming season, along with an epic story from our college football insider Brett McMurphy!

Plus, we get another reminder about our BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: The Favorites $100K Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest has offically launched for a second season! Presented by bet365, this totally free-to-play contest awarded over $100,000 in cash prizes to our listeners last NFL season. And this season, we're running it back!

Make just five picks every week to compete for our $40,000 first place prize, plus thousands more up for grabs every week of the regular season. Visit Favorites.ActionNetwork.com to sign up for free and make your Week 1 picks today. 

And for those interested in betting college football this season, Action's own Big Bets On Campus now has its own YouTube channel. Subscribe now for free early access to our conference preview episodes, our best bets, along with exclusive content all season long. #Volume  #Herd

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The boys are back! Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter make their triumphant return, bringing America's #1 sports betting podcast back to the Volume. 

Today Simon and Chad go through the AFC South, answering the biggest gambling questions for each of the four teams. Are the Houston Texans the new kings of the South? Or are the Indianapolis Colts the darkhorse to ride this season? Are the Jacksonville Jaguars just treading water, or can Trevor Lawrence make The Leap? And are the Tennessee Titans primed to be the worst team in the NFL this season?

Plus, for those interested in betting college football this season, a reminder that Action's college sports betting brand Big Bets On Campus now has its own YouTube channel. Subscribe now for early access to conference previews and exclusive content all season long. #Volume #Herd

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We have the Dolphins clashing with the Buffalo Bills. The Ravens heading to Cleveland. Even the Detroit Lions flying to Lambeau for a Thursday night affair. So many excellent games to get to, and so little time! Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter dive into all the games, discussing the sides they are leaning towards across a slate filled with intrigue. They give out a Simon Says bet, Chad makes his Executive Decision, and so much more. Plus, we get to the bottom of whether Mac Jones is still a "Which nipple?" quarterback.

6 - DET GB

9 - ATL JAX

11 CHI DEN

14 - BAL CLE

20 - CIN TEN

22 - MIA BUF

27 - WAS PHL

29 - TB NO

32 - MIN CAR

34 - LAR IND

35 - PIT HOU

37 - LV HOU

41 - AZ SF

44 - NE DAL

50 - KC NYJ

52 - SEA NYG

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Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter pivoted last minute for NFL Week 3, selecting teams like the Saints, Texans and Panthers in their free Favorites Podcast $100,000 Pro Football Pick 'em Podcast. It ended in a mediocre performance, but a better Sunday than the Commanders, Cowboys or Chicago Bears enjoyed. The guys go through all their picks from the slate, recapping all the action across a Sunday that saw three underdogs of more than a touchdown win outright for the first time since 2018.

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As our old pal Colin Cowherd once told us "there's a sea of money out there," and this week Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to narrow down the best ways to reel in some of that cash. Together they discuss Sharp Calls from the pro bettors in Simon's life, select a Big Balls Bet of the Week, welcome on Director of Research Evan Abrams for the top trends and historical data we can apply to NFL Week 3, and so much more.

And don't forget to join our contest at Favorites.ActionNetwork.com if you haven't already! Sign up is still free, and over $100,000 in cash prizes are left to be awarded! Week 3 contest tiebreaker article from our own predictive analyst Billy Ward is now live to help you on your journey!

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If you love betting on the NFL, you've found the right place. Action Network NFL experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to discuss every game on the NFL Week 3 slate from a betting perspective, including intriguing opportunities with the Denver Broncos and Houston Texans. We hear trends backing the New England Patriots, and why the sharps are backing the Tampa Bay Bucs this week versus Philadelphia. Plus, we get a Simon Says and Executive Decision bet, along with plenty of betting talk on every single game. Plus: are the Giants in for a San Francisco treat on Thursday night?

5 - NYG SF

9 - LAC MIN

12 - BUF WAS

14 - NO GB

20 - ATL DET

23 - TEN CLE

27 - HOU JAX

31 - NE NYJ

34 - DEN MIA

38 - IND BAL

39 - CAR SEA

40 - DAL AZ

43 - CHI KC

45 - PIT LV

47 - PHI TB

50 - LAR CIN

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After a 3-2 performance in our weekly free-to-play Favorites Podcast $100k Pro Football Pick 'em Contest, Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are in high spirits for their Sunday recap episode. Together they go through every game Sunday afternoon as they prepare for a Sunday Night Football sweat in the evening. They discuss their best and worst calls of the week, the prices and lines that moved, along with their leans for Monday Night Football and NFL Week 3.

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Our weekly round of Sharp Calls was spot on last week, with professional bettors hollering at our hosts over the Buccaneers and Arizona Cardinals, who both covered as sizable underdogs in Week 1. This week's calls don't disappoint, as Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter discuss their top plays across a loaded slate, giving out their best bets and of course the Big Balls Bet of the Week. Are the Dallas Cowboys in for disappointment against the New York Jets? Can the Houston Texans rebound? And how far will this Kansas City Chiefs line go?

And of course sign-up is still open for The Favorites Podcast $100k Pro Football Pick 'em Contest! Register now at favorites.actionnetwork.com to pick 5 games against the spread each week for your chance at $66,000 in season long cash prizes, plus $3,000 awarded to our Top 5 finishers every week. Don't forget about the MNF tiebreaker! We now have Action Network predictive analyst Billy Ward handicapping the best weekly tiebreaker strategy, with this special article.

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Patrick Mahomes, Joe Burrow and Josh Allen all lost outright to begin the 2023 NFL season. Aaron Rodgers will miss the whole year. The Chicago Bears were dismantled by the Green Bay Packers. And the Patriots lost a heartbreaker to the defending NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles. How can savvy gamblers use last week's results to their advantage? Action Network NFL betting experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter discuss this very topic as they preview every game on the Week 2 slate. With every team in action there are plenty of items to discuss, as opportunities to "buy low" abound. Plus, we hear about Mike Vrabel as a 'dog, the bright spots in Houston, the Dallas Cowboys power ranking and so much more.

10 - MIN PHL

13 - KC JAX

16 - LV BUF

20 - BAL CIN

23 - LAC TEN

26 - SEA DET

29 - IND HOU

31 - GB ATL

36 - CHI TB

41 - NYG AZ

44 - SF LAR

47 - WAS DEN

48 - NYJ DAL

49 - MIA NE

51 - NO CAR

53 - CLE PIT

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What a Sunday! With loads of exciting conclusions for new and experienced bettors alike, Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter kickstart our new live Sunday night episodes covering all the Sunday afternoon action, before turning their attention to Sunday Night Football. Together they discuss a frustrating Sunday in their new $120,000 pick 'em contest, which remains free to join at favorites.actionnetwork.com for U.S. residents 21+. What did they learn about the Tampa Bay Bucs and the Washington Commanders from their performances today? And can the Steelers rebound next week after being dismantled by the 49ers? So many questions to answer, so little time! If you want to join the fun LIVE next Sunday at 7:30p ET, head to the Action Network YouTube page or follow @thefavorites to listen live on Amp.

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Family. Friends. Workplace commitments. Personal hygiene. These are just four of the childish distractions NFL gamblers will put aside this week as we turn our focus to a thrilling Week 1 slate. Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter return to narrow down their top plays across the board, including a long hard look at the other team in Texas, and some AFC North underdogs. Plus, we get their Big Balls Bet of the Week, we jump into a Foxhole, and we hear a quick round of Sharp Calls from professional bettors eager to make their criticisms heard. Joe Burrow! Josh Allen! Josh Dobbs! NFL Week 1 has it all, so let's get this party started.

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Week 1 has arrived! Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter run through every single game on the NFL Week 1 board, giving out their early leans across the slate. They also set the stage for our new free-to-play NFL contest: The Favorites Podcast $100K Pro Football Pick 'em Contest, where we'll give away $40,000 to our top entrant, plus $3000 in weekly prizes! Sign up now for free at favorites.actionnetwork.com

Travis Kelce may not be available for Thursday night. Does that make the Lions a team worth playing or has the value flipped now? And what are we supposed to do with the New York Jets? Plus we hear about Mike Tomlin as an underdog, the Houston Texans as longshots, and so much more.

7 - DET KC

11 - CLE CIN

17 - TB MIN

19 - CAR ATL

22 - JAX IND

30 - AZ WAS

33 - TEN NO

36 - BAL HOU

39 - GB CHI

41 - PHL NE

45 - LAR SEA

47 - MIA LAC

49 - DAL NYG

53 - BUF NYJ

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How can Action Network's Director of Predictive Analytics and his math PhD colleague help listeners win more NFL sides and totals this season? Their exclusive Luck Rankings, that's how! On today's episode, Action hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter bring on the curators of their most beloved handicapping tool. Sean Koerner and Dr. Nick Giffen are data experts, and their Luck Rankings have been a revelations for gamblers looking to quantify how "lucky" or "unlucky" NFL teams were during a given game or entire season. Together they break down the math behind these rankings, their incredible performance against the spread, how we can all use the Luck Rankings as a profitable tool in our gambling tool belts, and so much more. Learn more about your ad choices. 

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The wait is over, The Favorites Podcast $100K Pro Football Pick 'Em Contest is finally live! In today's episode, listeners learn how to sign up for our FREE NFL pick 'em contest, as we award $120,000 in prizes this NFL season. A $40,000 grand prize awaits the contest's winner, with the Top 10 finishers ending in the money. We'll also award $3000 in weekly prizes to the Top 5 entries, along with loads of other prizes all season long. The contest is totally free, and eligible for nearly all U.S. residents 21+ so listen now to learn how to sign up. Make your picks, compete for free against Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, and get a chance at huge cash prizes!

Also on today's show, we are joined by Big Bets On Campus podcast hosts Collin Wilson and Stuckey, Action Network original hires and college football betting experts. They go through their Week 1 card across a loaded slate of college football games, giving their favorite sides and totals from coast to coast.

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We are just a week away from NFL Week 1, so Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are here to summarize their favorite bets across the NFL. Futures, awards, exotics, it is all on the table in today's episode. And joining them for this longshot bonanza are two colleagues and mainstays of the award-winning Action Network Podcast, Brandon Anderson and Chris Raybon. Together they discuss teams they are targeting, including the Houston Texans, Atlanta Falcons, and Dallas Cowboys. Are the Steelers worth a nibble at 60-1 to win the Super Bowl? So many crazy angles, so little time. All that and more right here on The Favorites!

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Who better to break down the NFC East than a former participant? Friend of the podcast Ross Tucker joins Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter to discuss the NFC East from a betting perspective. Tucker is a former NFL lineman turned media kingpin, leading the popular Ross Tucker Podcast Network and working with the Philadelphia Eagles. Together the trip discuss the Cowboys surging, the Commanders flailing, the Eagles emerging and the Giants falling back to Earth. Plus, we hear about what Simon's British uncle thinks of Ross and his humor.

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The AFC East has been one of the most heavily discussed divisions this NFL offseason, for bettors and fans alike. Here to break all four teams down in-depth are Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, who welcome on expert Warren Sharp of Sharp Football Analysis. Sharp's renowned preseason tome "2023 Football Preview" is available now, and serves as a valuable resource for Chad and Simon every offseason. Together the trio go through the Buffalo Bills, New York Jets, Miami Dolphins and New England Patriots, discussing the highs and lows and where they see value in this loaded division.

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Who will capture a division starved for elite quarterback play? Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter come to the aid of sports gambling enthusiasts everywhere as they preview the NFC South from top to bottom. Bryce Young unites with Frank Reich for a rebuilding Carolina Panthers, but are the Falcons ready to surprise? The New Orleans Saints will trot out a new quarterback, but how much impact will Derek Carr have in the Big Easy? Strap in, listen up, and enjoy as our NFL Division betting previews continue!

14 - CAROLINA

25 - ATLANTA

32 - NEW ORLEANS

41 - TAMPA BAY

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Action Network host Chad Millman has long referred to the AFC South as "the least relevant division in the NFL." But as his co-host professional bettor Simon Hunter notes, that's a perfect place to find value. Together they go through all four teams in the division to dissect where strong bets could still remain, and debate how improved the Houston Texans will need to be to declare their offseason a success.

8 - JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS

15 - TENNESSEE TITANS

21 - INDIANAPOLIS COLTS

31 - HOUSTON TEXANS

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Action Network host Chad Millman calls this division "the best in the NFL." And while his partner Simon Hunter disagrees, there's lots to like in the AFC North. Joe Burrow and the Bengals are the favorite to win the division, but what about the Cleveland Browns and their loaded roster? And can you ever count out Pittsburgh and Baltimore? Our duo discusses every team in-depth, and recommends their favorite bets from a futures perspective. Plus, we get to hear from the podcast's favorite coach: Mike Tomlin.

17 - CLEVELAND

26 - PITTSBURGH

35 - BALTIMORE

42 - CINCINNATI

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The Chicago Bears are the toast of the NFL offseason among sharp bettors, but has the hype grown out of control? Here to discuss all things NFC North are Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, along with friend of the podcast Rich Hribar of Sharp Football Analysis. The Detroit Lions are suddenly a favorite to win the division, the Packers can only go as far as their quarterback can take them, and the Vikings remain an unknown commodity. So where should gamblers be placing their money this season in the NFC North?

8 - GREEN BAY PACKERS

15 - CHICAGO BEARS

29 - MINNESOTA VIKINGS

38 - DETROIT LIONS

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The Hall of Fame Game is tonight in Canton, which means football season has officially begun! Here to celebrate the festivities are Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter, who preview the first game of the season before diving into the rollicking AFC West. How bad will the Las Vegas Raiders be? Can the Chiefs keep this up? And how special can the Los Angeles Chargers be, saddled with this coaching staff? All these questions answered and so much more.

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We're back! Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter commence their annual August series of NFL divisional betting previews, starting this year with the NFC West. They are joined by friend of the podcast Matthew Freedman of Fantasy Life, as they dive into the San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Arizona Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams. Together they go deep on each team, assessing the risks and potential betting value, as they examine how the 2023 season could unfold for each fanbase.

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From sea to shining sea, NFL Training Camps are in session this week for all 32 teams. From Loyola Marymount to St. John Fisher University, the Super Bowl dreams of every organization remain intact. Joining Action Network NFL experts to discuss all things NFL is friend of the show Bill Barnwell, one of the most beloved ESPN personalities. Together the trio discuss Bill's recent article about "sexy" Super Bowl picks, the hubbub around Jordan Love's contract status, the latest with the Dallas Cowboys and so much more. Plus, Bill asks Simon and Chad the unexpected question: who will be the "trendy" Super Bowl pick NEXT summer? Learn more about your ad choices. 

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Who gets the blame if the New York Jets head south this season? How improved could the Patriots be? Does the Worldwide Leader need to approve a Top 10 QB list? To answer these questions and more we welcome ESPN writer, NFL expert and friend of the podcast Bill Barnwell to the show. He tells Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter his opinions on Trevor Lawrence, the Chicago Bears and lots more in a rollicking conversation that features a little something for everyone.

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Last season, Action Network's predictive analytics team devised an all-new way to calculate and rank "luck" among NFL teams. What they devised became one of the most valuable betting tools in company history, creating a metric able to hit at over 60% against the spread to close the season. The engine behind these rankings, Sean Koerner and Nick Giffen, join hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter on this episode for an overview on the Luck Rankings. How did they originate? How can normal, everyday NFL gamblers find and use them? Just how predictive can they be?

Plus, we play a new round of What Are The Odds, one of the Favorites Podcast's most cherished games.

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Last spring, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter ranked their top 10 quarterbacks to bet on with the help of media tycoon Colin Cowherd. Today, they welcome on fantasy guru Rich Hribar of Sharp Football Analysis, the co-host of RotoGrinder's popular Pick 6 Show, to update their lists. Together the trio list their top signal-callers from across the NFL, updating their rankings to reflect the bold new realities of the 2023 season. We hear about why Matthew Stafford still has Simon's trust, why Chad is an unapologetic Justin Fields homer, and why the intelligent and thoughtful Rich Hribar is so aligned with just one of our hosts.

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With the dog days of summer upon us Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter once again answer a trove of listener questions received in recent weeks, with guest and friend of the podcast Matthew Freedman. We get answers on offseason routines, bird predilections, Russ Wilson, hallucinogens and so much more. Plus, we hear a brief story of neighborhood gambling generosity from producer Matt Mitchell.

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Action Network fantasy football experts Sean Koerner and Chris Raybon both finished Top 5 in FantasyPros' player projection rankings last NFL season, and today they join colleagues Chad Millman and Simon Hunter to discuss the biggest offseason moves in the NFL. What fantasy impacts with Tom Brady's retirement have? How big a deal is Aaron Rodgers moving to New York? And can you ever get enough talk about tight ends? All this and more as our offseason coverage continues.

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With the NBA Draft taking place Thursday night, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome colleague and long-shot enthusiast Brandon Anderson to the program. He discusses his favorite picks for Draft night, with lots of juicy prices and tantalizing situations to keep you engaged all night long. Plus, we hear about a new era dawning in San Antonio, and why an obscure defensive specialist from Arkansas may be worth a flyer in the first round.

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The US Open will take place in Los Angeles for the first time in 75 years, as Action Network golf expert Jason Sobel joins hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter to give his favorite picks for this week's festivities. Plus, we hear his thoughts on the LIV merger, the biggest longshots that hold value, and more. Later in the show, we welcome back longstanding Action Network expert and raconteur Michael Leboff, who gives his thoughts on the Stanley Cup Finals, the Ashes, darts, and why he doesn't give care about Aaron Rodgers.

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With news breaking that an Indianapolis Colts player reportedly bet on his own team, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on SportsHandle Sr. Reporter Matt Rybaltowski, who broke the story earlier this week. They discuss the regulatory ramifications of the bombshell story, and the future of enforcement. Next, the crew welcomes back friends of the podcast Dragonfly Jonez and Mike Guardabascio, 2 of the 3 pillars of The Volume's Jenkins & Jonez Podcast. Together they discuss the Heat's chances as the NBA Finals progresses, who they like to win it all, and why Erik Spoelstra doesn't want to talk strategy with reporters.

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Fresh off an Eastern Conference Finals Game 7, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter chat with colleague Matt Moore, host of the BUCKETS podcast. Together they discuss the Heat's wild victory over the Celtics in Game 7, as well as their looming matchup with the Denver Nuggets. They talk about why Denver comes out as a heavy favorite and if Miami actually has a chance at +300 for the series, plus the player props they are targeting for the NBA Finals heading into Thursday's Game 1.

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Spring has sprung, but fall is in the air today as Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter discuss their favorite NFL Week 1 spreads and moneylines. Together they discuss a potential AFC North underdog parlay boost from bet365, and a trap game for bettors looking to back the Seahawks. Are there any rookie quarterbacks worth betting in their first starts? How confident are Colts bettors feeling about a bounceback season? Plus, we get an update on the NFL meetings taking place currently in Minneapolis, with issues like late-season Thursday Night Football flex scheduling up for debate.

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Are NFL quarterbacks getting better or worse? Does Aaron Rodgers have what it takes to be relevant in 2024? Is Dak Prescott an elite quarterback? On today's annual episode, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are joined once again by friend of the program Rich Hribar of Sharp Football Analysis to provide their Top 10 lists of NFL quarterbacks. Together the trio outline their criteria, discuss the changing landscape of NFL defenses in recent years, opine about young unknowns like Caleb Williams, and so much more.

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The Nuggets face the Lakers in the NBA Western Conference Finals, and the Heat square off against the Celtics in the East. Plus, this Friday the 27th season for the WNBA tips off, a league that has grown into a hidden jewel for serious gamblers of all ages. To preview all this hoops gambling activity, Action Network experts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter are joined by colleages Matt Moore and Maria Marino. Co-hosts on the BUCKETS podcast, the basketball betting podcast from Action Network, Matt and Maria take our hosts through the NBA action unfolding in the weeks ahead, plus offer a dive into the best bets heading into this new WNBA season.

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Does the road to the Super Bowl still run through Kansas City? Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter discuss this and all things betting in the AFC offseason, as they go through the biggest storylines and personnel moves since the confetti fell in Arizona. Together they cover the Broncos big moves, the sad state of Cleveland, the resurgent Dolphins and much more. Plus, we hear about some season win totals and some love for Jacksonville.

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The NFL offseason has been wild thus far! This week, Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter invite Nate Tice onto the program to discuss the biggest moves across the NFC thus far, and how they are shaping betting markets. Nate can be heard on the popular podcastThe Athletic Football Show, and has strong opinions about the Cowboys, Bears and many more teams across the NFC. Together the trio outlines who they see slipping in 2023 and who is ready to surprise fans and gamblers alike.

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The 149th "Run For The Roses" is this Saturday at Churchill Downs, an annual gambling event that attracts the attention of even the most casual bettors. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome Action contributor and veteran horseracing handicapper Mike Somich to the show, as he helps the duo break down the field. What makes the Kentucky Derby different from other races? What is so enticing about betting the Derby? And what are experts hearing trackside on the heels of Whisper Wednesday?

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After a historic upset in Boston, the Florida Panthers move to the next round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. They face the Maple Leafs, which is bad news for Action Network hockey expert and today's first guest Michael Leboff, whose hatred for the Toronto franchise knows no bounds. Today he joins hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter to discuss the latest bets in the world of NHL gambling, before the duo welcomes Brandon Anderson to discuss the big NFL Draft Day winners and losers. Plus, we hear what Offensive and Defensive Rookie of the Year picks he likes right now, and plenty more.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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The endless NFL offseason was filled with tons of trades, signings and transactions that impacted the upcoming NFL fantasy season. And while some were splashy moves that garnered big headlines, plenty more went under the radar. Here to discuss the downstream impacts of 10 such moves are two giants of the fantasy community. Action Network hosts Chad Millman and Simon Hunter welcome on their FantasyLabs colleagues Sean Koerner and Chris Raybon, recognized by FantasyPros as two of the best player projectionists working today. They cover the impact of Stefon Diggs in Houston, a new coach in Carolina, a Zack Moss rebound season and so much more.

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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. #Volume

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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.

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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 #Herd

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