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Big Bets On Campus

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The podcast authority for college sports bettors everywhere, BBOC is home to the Action Network's top-of-its-class college sports audio content. Leading the way are veteran analysts and podcast teammates Stuckey and Collin Wilson, two of the most seasoned and successful college handicappers in the betting world today. Since 2017 they've been breaking down all the angles for college football slates big and small, dissecting matchups and line movement from the Big Ten to the Big Sky and everything in between. Also on the BBOC team is celebrated reporter Brett McMurphy, one of the best-connected figures in college sports journalism today. And on Wednesdays during the college football season, we celebrate all things Group of 5 conference with Michael Calabrese and Mike Ianniello. So whether you're listening for the latest news, Top 25 Best Bets, a juicy underdog moneyline parlay, or just need a raucous gambling recap to start your Monday morning, Collin, Stuckey and Brett have you covered. And when college basketball season tips off, more BBOC Action Network experts are here to serve gamblers all the way through March Madness. But all year 'round we'll listen to angry listener voicemails, provide exhaustive conference-by-conference previews and talk to leading journalists and betting experts coast-to-coast. So if college sports means a little more to you... welcome home. Welcome to BBOC.

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Episodes

The Return of EA Sports NCAA Football?

Considered by many fans to be the greatest football video game franchise of all-time, EA Sports NCAA Football was discontinued after a lawsuit years ago. But now, the game is slated to make a triumphant return next summer... but not without plenty of intrigue along the way. Joining host Michael Calabrese to discuss all the details is Matt Brown, the publisher of the popular NCAA football newsletter Extra Points and the most connected insider on this beloved gaming franchise's looming return. Lea...

Jul 12, 202227 min

College World Series Betting Preview | Thursday, June 16

The College World Series brackets are officially set with games starting Friday and Saturday! Action Network senior writer Collin Wilson and Brad Audrain are back to discuss the remaining eight teams scheduled to play in Omaha. In this episode, the guys discuss what they saw in the Super Regionals, break down what to expect in the upcoming matchups and where to find value. Plus a look at the weather and they give their favorite sides and totals. Game previews include Texas A&M vs. Oklahoma [...

Jun 16, 202242 min

Group of 5 Deep Dive: New Year's Six Bowl Contenders

Who will emerge as the top Group of 5 conference football team this season? To tackle this question, Action Network college football experts Mike Calabrese and Mike Ianniello reunite for a special offseason episode. Together the duo each draft their Top 5 favorite contenders to the represent the class of the G5 at a New Year's Day bowl game in 2023. Will Fresno State surprise? Can Cincinnati shock the world again in the College Football Playoff? Or is Boise State ready to return to the G5 throne...

Jun 13, 202247 min

Super Regionals Betting Preview I Thursday, June 09

On the road to the College Baseball World Series in Omaha, only 16 teams remain! BBOC is back with Action Network senior writer Collin Wilson and Brad Audrain discussing the upcoming Super Regional Tournaments. The guys dive into their favorite sides and totals for each matchup and finish things off with another look at the futures market [42:00] Game previews include Notre Dame vs. Tennessee [03:45], Texas vs. East Carolina [08:20], Louisville vs. Texas A&M [11:30], Virginia Tech vs. Oklaho...

Jun 09, 202246 min

College Baseball Betting Preview I Thursday, June 02

Regionals weekend for college baseball is here and BBOC has got you covered from every angle! Action Network writer Collin Wilson is joined by Brad Audrain to break down all 16 Regional tournaments beginning on Friday. The guys discuss key pitching matchups, their favorite underdogs, park factors and look at each host team and their chances from a betting standpoint. Host cities include Knoxville [02:18], Statesboro [04:37], Austin [07:50], Greenville [10:42], College Station [13:45], Louisville...

Jun 02, 202251 min

College Baseball Betting Preview I Thursday, May 26

The road to the College World Series in Omaha continues as Action Network senior writer Collin Wilson is again joined by Brad Audrain for another episode of Big Bets on Campus! It's Conference Championship weekend in college baseball and surprisingly, the guys are urging you to ignore these games and focus on futures for upcoming Regional and Super Regional possibilities. The duo explains why and discusses the SEC and ACC in this episode, including a side bet that makes Brad sound a little crazy...

May 26, 202222 min

College Baseball Betting Preview I Thursday, May 19

Big Bets on Campus is back with another look at college baseball on the road to the College World Series in Omaha. In this episode, Action Network senior writer Collin Wilson is again joined by Brad Audrain for a quick look at the updated futures market. The guys look at how things are shaping out in both the ACC and SEC in recent weeks. Plus, they discuss the best-looking uniform in college baseball and finish things off with their favorite future play. Subscribe, rate and review for more colle...

May 20, 202212 min

College Baseball Betting Preview I Thursday, May 12

Big Bets on Campus is back with another look at college baseball on the road to the College World Series in Omaha. In this episode, Action Network senior writer Collin Wilson is again joined by Brad Audrain to discuss why tracking a teams fielding percentage is so valuable when betting college baseball and why their Razorbacks are a team on the rise. They dive into power pitchers to back ( Justin Campbell, Brandon Birdsell , and Carson Palmquist ), this weekend's marquee matchups, their favorite...

May 12, 202227 min

College Baseball Betting Preview | Thursday, May 5

Are you a degenerate gambler looking to break into betting college baseball but aren't sure where to start? Look no further! Big Bets on Campus is back with another look at college baseball on the road to the College World Series in Omaha. In this episode, Action Network senior writer Collin Wilson is again joined by Brad Audrain to discuss the rules and structure of the College World Series and what to look for to find value in betting on college baseball. They dive into power pitchers to back,...

May 05, 202226 min

College Baseball Betting Preview | Thursday, April 28

Big Bets on Campus kept you informed through March Madness and the College Football Playoff, why not on the road to Omaha?!? Action Network senior writer Collin Wilson is joined by Brad Audrain in a new installment of BBOC to cover everything college baseball from a betting perspective. The guys look at power pitchers to back, marquee matchups, futures and more heading towards the College Baseball World Series. Make sure to subscribe, rate and review for more college baseball betting content eve...

Apr 28, 202228 min

Group of 5 NFL Draft Sleepers

The NFL Draft begins this Thursday, but after the top picks have finished holding up their jerseys what other names can we expect to hear on Days 2 and 3? Mike Calabrese and Mike Ianniello of our BBOC G5 Deep Dive episodes return to run down the lower end of draft boards, highlighting lesser-known prospects who can expect to hear their names called this week. What is the upside of Nevada quarterback Carson Strong? Who are the best wide receivers NFL fans have never heard of? And is Western Kentu...

Apr 25, 202237 min

Group of 5 NFL Draft Prospects

With NFL Draft only a week away, its time to delve deep into which of the Group of 5 prospects will hear their name called to the podium next weekend. Action Network college football analysts Mike Calabrese and Mike Ianniello discuss where they expect players to be drafted through the first four rounds. Some of the notable players include stud punter Matt Araiza, the polarizing Malik Willis, Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner, Skyy Moore, Desmond Ridder, and more. This is part one of a two-part series and ne...

Apr 21, 202234 min

Three Man Weave's Guide to the NCAA Tournament Championship

The 68 team field has been narrowed down to two, Kansas and North Carolina! Jim Root, Ky McKeon and Matt Cox of the Three Man Weave give us a quick look at the NCAA Tournament Championship game. They discuss both teams, totals and some player props they're looking at. Plus hear their best bet for tonight. Three Man Weave are in New Orleans covering the game so be sure to stay caught up on the Action Network website and follow them on Twitter @3MW_CBB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Apr 04, 202211 min

March Madness Final Four Betting Preview

Stuckey, BJ Cunningham and Mike Calabrese are back to cover this weekend's NCAA Tournament Final Four games from a betting perspective. They dive into each game, look at player props and give their predictions and preferences in both matchups. Plus, if Coach K and Duke win it all, what will Jim Nantz's final call sound like? Game previews include Villanova vs. Kansas [05:20] and North Carolina vs. Duke [19:00]. Don't forget to tune in to Big Bets on Campus Live on Twitter at 10:30 am EST on Satu...

Mar 31, 202252 min

Three Man Weave's Guide to the Final Four

In this episode, Ky McKeon, Jim Root and Matt Cox from the Three Man Weave dive into the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament. They break down both matchups and look at futures, totals and other player props. Find out their picks for Most Outstanding Player. Is it Paolo Banchero? Remy Martin? Jeremy Roach? Collin Gillespie? Someone else? Tune in to find out where they see the most value! Game previews include Villanova vs. Kansas [01:20] and North Carolina vs. Duke [12:20]. Subscribe to Big Bets on...

Mar 29, 202230 min

March Madness Sweet 16 Betting Preview Part II

In BBOC Sweet 16 Betting Preview Part II, Stuckey is joined by BJ Cunningham, Collin Wilson and Mike Calabrese to dive into all four NCAA Tournament matchups on Friday. They also discuss who's cutting down the net [39:25] and they give their best bets for Friday's slate [41:50]. Game previews include Saint Peter's vs. Purdue [05:33], Providence vs. Kansas [16:33], North Carolina vs. UCLA [23:50] and Iowa State vs. Miami [32:30]. If you missed Part I of the Sweet 16 Betting Preview, subscribe to ...

Mar 23, 202244 min

March Madness Sweet 16 Betting Preview Part I

In this episode, Stuckey is joined by Jim Root, Matt Cox and Ky McKeon from the Three Man Weave to preview all four NCAA Tournament games on Thursday. They also discuss who they see cutting down the net [32:30] and their best bet from those Thursday matchups [34:50]. Game previews include Arkansas vs. Gonzaga [01:46], Michigan vs. Villanova [09:00], Texas Tech vs. Duke [16:05] and Houston vs. Arizona [24:45]. Subscribe to BBOC wherever you listen to podcasts for Part II, where Stuckey, BJ Cunnin...

Mar 23, 202238 min

March Madness Weekend Recap

After the first weekend of madness, 16 teams are left dancing! In this episode, Stuckey is joined by Collin Wilson to recap the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament. They give their biggest takeaways from the action so far and give a quick, initial look at the matchups ahead in the Sweet 16. Subscribe to Big Bets on Campus whereever you listen to podcasts for deeper previews of the Sweet 16 and Elite Eight coming later this week from the Action Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

Mar 21, 202233 min

March Madness First Round Preview Part II | East & Midwest Regions

In this episode, Stuckey is joined by Matt Cox and Ky McKeon from the Three Man Weave to discuss two regions of the NCAA Tournament. In part II, the guys look at each matchup in the East [01:40] and Midwest [30:00] regions. If you missed part I, go check it out. Stuckey, BJ Cunningham and Jim Root dove into the South and West regions. Find it where ever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe, rate and review for more college hoops action through the month of March! Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Mar 16, 202258 min

March Madness First Round Preview Part I | South & West Regions

In this episode, Stuckey is joined by Jim Root from the Three Man Weave and BJ Cunningham to discuss two regions of the NCAA Tournament. In part I, the guys look at each matchup in the South [02:40] and West [35:35] regions. Next up, Stuckey and the rest of the guys from the Three Man Weave look at the East and Mid-West regions. Subscribe, rate and review for more college hoops action through the month of March! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast...

Mar 16, 20221 hr 4 min

First Four Betting Preview

You can't bet all of March Madness if you don't start on Tuesday, so Action Network's Mike Calabrese and Tanner McGrath dive into the first four games tipping off in Dayton on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Is Rutgers live to make a run? Could Texas Southern start your week off right? Calabrese and McGrath quickly cover it all in this bite-sized betting preview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 14, 202216 min

Selection Sunday Instant Reaction

Let the Madness begin! The tournament field is set, and before the dust has even settled our intrepid host and betting expert Stuckey welcomes Jim Root of Three Man Weave to discuss all four regions. Together they identify the biggest opportunities that jump out to them, dive into the First Four matchups on Tuesday and Wednesday, and tease some underdogs they like to make a run starting this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Mar 14, 202233 min

Conference Tournaments Betting Preview Part 7 | SEC, Big Ten, A-10, AAC, MAC

In our final installment of this exhaustive gambling series, Stuckey is joined by Mike Calabrese and BJ Cunningham to preview some of the biggest conference tournaments happening week. We're also joined by beloved BBOC co-host Collin Wilson, who swings by to deep dive into all things SEC. Together they discuss the Big Ten (6 min), A-10 (14 min), SEC (23 min), MAC (40 min) and the AAC (48 min), detailing their favorite futures plays, players to watch and potential matchups to highlight. Learn mor...

Mar 07, 20221 hr

Conference Tournaments Betting Preview Part 6 | Big East, Southland, Conference USA, Mountain West

In this episode, Stuckey is joined by Jim Root of the Three Man Weave to cover four more conference tournaments tipping off this week. Conferences include the Big East [03:20], Southland [15:03], Conference USA [24:15], and Mountain West [38:25]. The guys look at the odds and give their favorite bets while breaking down matchups in each conference. Subscribe for more college hoops betting perspectives as the run to the NCAA Tournament continues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...

Mar 07, 20221 hr

Conference Tournaments Betting Preview Part 5 | ACC, MAAC, Big Sky

In Conference Tournament Betting Preview Part 5, Stuckey is joined by Matt Cox of Three Man Weave for more college hoops gambling perspective. They look at the ACC [02:33], MAAC [16:45], and Big Sky conference tournaments tipping off this week. They give their favorite bets and take a closer look at different matchups. Plus, Matt takes a flier on a long shot that could yield a considerable payout [32:10]. Subscribe for more college hoops content all through conference tourneys and the big dance....

Mar 07, 202235 min

Conference Tournaments Betting Preview Part 4 | Big XII, Pac-12, Big West, WAC

Conference tournament time is heating as Stuckey and our college basketball gambling experts begin the sprint to Selection Sunday this weekend. Today Stuckey is joined by Ky McKeon of Three Man Weave, and together they dive into the Big XII, Pac-12, Big West and WAC conference tournaments tipping off this week. They give their favorite bets for each tournament, plus players and matchups to keep your eyes on all week long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hoste...

Mar 06, 202240 min

Conference Tournaments Betting Preview Part 3

The postseason is finally here! Running through March 8th, the BBOC podcast will deliver betting previews covering every college basketball conference tournament, large and small, from the Big Ten to the Big Sky. Today, Stuckey and BJ Cunningham dive into three conference tournaments and give you a look at the Saturday slate [36:08]. Plus hear the Three Man Weave's picks in the Friday Six Pack [31:02]. Conference previews include the America East (15:23), Summit League (18:53), and Colonial (24:...

Mar 04, 202242 min

Conference Tournaments Betting Preview Part 2

The postseason is finally here! Running through March 8th, the BBOC podcast will deliver betting previews covering every college basketball conference tournament, large and small, from the Big Ten to the Big Sky. Today your hosts Jim Root, Matt Cox and Ky McKeon from the Three Man Weave dive into four conference tournaments that tip off this week: the Missouri Valley (01:23), West Coast (10:10), Sun Belt (16:02) and Southern Conference (24:20). Subscribe for more Conference Tournament previews f...

Mar 02, 202234 min

Conference Tournaments Betting Preview Part I

The postseason is finally here! Starting today and running through March 8th, the BBOC podcast will deliver betting previews covering every college basketball conference tournament, large and small, from the Big Ten to the Big Sky. Today your hosts Stuckey, BJ Cunningham and Mike Calabrese dive into six conference tournaments that tip off this week: the Northeast (8 min), Horizon (14 min), ASUN (20 min), Patriot (26 min), Ohio Valley (30 min) and Big South (35 min). Plus, we hear best bets for e...

Feb 28, 202245 min

College Hoops Weekend Betting Guide | February 25, 2022

With conference championships approaching, Stuckey and BJ Cunningham of the Action Network are back to look at this weekend's college hoops slate. From the week's takeaways [03:24] to a packed Saturday slate [08:51], the guys discuss their favorite plays of the weekend. Plus, Collin Wilson gives his pick of the week [28:35]. Later, Jim Root, Matt Cox and Ky McKeon from the Three Man Weave join the guys to give their favorites in the Friday Six Pack [34:37]. Game previews include Longwood vs. Cam...

Feb 25, 202246 min
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