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Links and Locks

Action Networkwww.actionnetwork.com
To embrace the game of golf is to embrace the thrill of a good gamble. So whether you're a weekend warrior grinding out DFS lineups, a seasoned pool player during major tournaments, or just a low-handicap hustler looking for great course fodder, this show offers best-in-class betting advice and fantasy analysis you won't hear anywhere else. Every Tuesday our "Best Bet" episodes feature our experts playing "18 holes," giving out their 18 favorite bets for the upcoming tournament. On Wednesdays, our robust Betting Preview episodes featuring Action expert Roberto Arguello, joined by seasoned gambler Nick Bretwisch and data maven Spencer Aguiar, former FSWA Golf Writer of the Year. So if you need Masters' picks, help building a U.S Open or Open Championship DFS lineup, or the best Top 5 plays for the 3M Open, our golf team is here to serve sports bettors every week of the PGA TOUR season… and beyond!

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Episodes

Best Bets | U.S. Open

Another major week for golf means another week with major storylines and major money to be made! Is Shane Lowry possibly MADE for this tournament? Can Rory stay red-hot into the weekend or does he have one-and-done potential? The odds are in and we have you covered for this week's U.S. Open! This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every week by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short, quick-hitting episodes breaking down all their favorite bets for that week's tourna...

Jun 14, 202229 min

Best Bets | RBC Canadian Open

Spencer Aguiar (@TeeOffSports) from the Bettor Golf podcast fills in for Jason and Ben for this edition of Links and Locks. For this week's Canadian Open, Spencer breaks down his favorite bets, including outrights, positional finishing plays, matchups, and more! How far under the radar is Tyrrell Hatton flying this week? Is Harold Varner worth the gamble? All that and more, plus some deep-diving data analysis are highlighted in this quick-hitting episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Jun 08, 202214 min

RBC Canadian Open DFS Preview

The TOUR heads north of the border for this week's Canadian Open. It's been a strange week in the golf world, and it's only going to get weirder. Luckily, Action Network's Jason Sobel and RotoWire's Len Hochberg are here to break down all that weirdness for fantasy players everywhere. Strange things to note: this event hasn't been played in multiple years due to COVID-19, big names are being forced to withdraw, the field is top-heavy, and the LIV Golf Invitational series is firing up in London. ...

Jun 07, 202225 min

Memorial Tournament DFS Preview

Seven of the top ten in the world are teeing off at Muirfield Village Golf Club for this week's Memorial Tournament. Action Network's Jason Sobel and RotoWire's Len Hochberg are here to break it all down for fantasy players everywhere. This is one of the toughest tracks on tour (especially the final three holes), so look for guys that you can trust to get off to a hot start on the front nine who can ride the momentum throughout their round. This is a good week to be aggressive in your lineup and...

May 31, 202232 min

Best Bets | Memorial Tournament

The TOUR heads to Muirfield Village Golf Club for the Memorial Tournament this week. Jon Rahm is the favorite and for good reason - his forced withdrawal last year likely has added some fuel to his fire. Will he be able to take care of any lingering "unfinished business?" Don't sleep on Cam Young, either. His game and recent hot streak (he's finished in the top three in his past three starts) should set him up nicely for another big week. This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and Golf...

May 31, 202225 min

Best Bets | Charles Schwab Challenge

Colonial Country Club is one of the oldest stops on the PGA Tour, which means there should be very few surprises on the card this week. The experts and recent history suggest backing the older and more experienced players. Will that ring true again this year? Listen and find all the best bets for this week's Charles Schwab Challenge! We also get a visit from Nick Bretwisch (@StixPicks) and Spencer Aguiar (@TeeOffSports) from the Bettor Golf Podcast, who give their thoughts on the best Top 10 and...

May 24, 202226 min

Charles Schwab Challenge DFS Preview

We know what we're getting with Colonial Country Club, so now is the time to hone in on your DFS lineup! Action Network's Jason Sobel and RotoWire's Len Hochberg are here to break down the Charles Schwab Challenge for fantasy players everywhere. With Colonial and Southern Hills being similar courses, look for guys who fared well in the later rounds last week, but don't be afraid to mix in a couple of flyers (Lipsky, Kitayama) for good measure! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic...

May 24, 202223 min

PGA Championship DFS Preview

It's a major week with major storylines! What does that mean for your DFS lineup? Action Network's Jason Sobel and RotoWire's Len Hochberg are here to break down the PGA Championship for fantasy players everywhere. While it may be tempting to pay the higher prices for the star players, the depth of the field leaves some great contrarian value picks to be had in the mid and lower price ranges this week. We also get a visit from Nick Bretwisch (@StixPicks) and Spencer Aguiar (@TeeOffSports) from t...

May 18, 202228 min

Best Bets | PGA Championship

There are tons of big names that can cash you big money for this major championship! Will Jordan Spieth complete the career Grand Slam? Can Rory keep his momentum and stay in the mix on Sunday? Should you or shouldn't you fade Cam Smith? Get your bets locked in for this week's PGA Championship at Southern Hills. This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every week by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short, quick-hitting episodes breaking down all their favorite bets f...

May 17, 202223 min

AT&T Byron Nelson DFS Preview

We buckle down to Texas for this week's AT&T Byron Nelson and Action Network's Jason Sobel and RotoWire's Len Hochberg are here to break it all down for fantasy players everywhere. This event was a birdie-fest last year with six guys scoring 20+ under par. Craig Ranch is very much a second-shot course, so build your lineup with guys whose best clubs are their driver and putter. Par-5 scoring and birdie average are also important stats to consider when filling out the rest of your team! We al...

May 10, 202225 min

Best Bets | AT&T Byron Nelson

We should be in for a birdie-fest at this week's AT&T Byron Nelson, played at TPC Craig Ranch. We also finally get some star power back into the field with seven of the top 13 teeing off in Texas. Are any of Aaron Wise, Dustin Johnson, or Jhonattan Vegas a sure-fire LOCK to finish in the top 10 this weekend? Listen and find out! This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short, quick-hitting episodes breaking down...

May 09, 202223 min

Wells Fargo Championship DFS Preview

We turn to TPC Potomac for this week's Wells Fargo Championship and Action Network's Jason Sobel and RotoWire's Len Hochberg are here to break it all down for fantasy players everywhere. Not only is this a tough track with lots of water, the weather won't be favorable in the Washington DC area. Look to build your lineup with guys who are accurate drivers and who posses elite long iron play. Bogey avoidance will be key! We also get a visit from Nick Bretwisch (@StixPicks) and Spencer Aguiar (@Tee...

May 03, 202229 min

Best Bets | Wells Fargo Championship

With Quail Hollow hosting the President's cup later this year, the Wells Fargo Championship pivots to TPC Potomac at Avenal Farm. This course sets up nicely for Corey Conners, but he carries a steep outright price - only Rory has a higher number. Make sure to scout out and shop around at different books to find the best odds you can for this week's Wells Fargo Championship. This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for s...

May 03, 202225 min

Best Bets | Mexico Open

This week's field at the Mexico Open isn't as spicy as we may have hoped for, but there's still plenty of action going down at Vidanta Vallarta. A new and unfamiliar venue means we won't quite know how things will play out until tee time. Who'll make the biggest waves in Mexico? Aaron Wise, Sahith Theegala, and Sebastian Munoz are all guys to keep on your eyes on! This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short, quic...

Apr 26, 202223 min

Mexico Open DFS Preview

We head south of the border for this week's Mexico Open! Action Network's Jason Sobel and RotoWire's Len Hochberg are here to break it all down for fantasy players everywhere. A less-than-stellar field doesn't mean you can't still take home some money! Vidanta Vallarta is a long and volatile course covered in paspalum grass, so look to build your lineup with guys who can bomb it off the tee. We also get a visit from Nick Bretwisch (@StixPicks) and Spencer Aguiar (@TeeOffSports) from the Bettor G...

Apr 26, 202228 min

Zurich Classic DFS Preview

We get some team action down in New Orleans for this week's Zurich Classic. The alternate shot and better ball formats may have you second-guessing your lineup strategy, but luckily Action Network's Jason Sobel and RotoWire's Len Hochberg are here to break it all down for fantasy players everywhere. Listen to find out which duos have the best team chemistry, course history, and intangibles to carry your lineup through the weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi...

Apr 20, 202225 min

Best Bets | Zurich Classic

It's not often that we think of golf as a team sport, but the Zurich Classic gives us exactly that. While teammates don't necessarily need to be BFFs, team chemistry and camaraderie can be the secret to success here in New Orleans. This week, look for duos that play complemetary golf and have the analytics and intangibles on their side. This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short, quick-hitting episodes breaking ...

Apr 19, 202224 min

RBC Heritage DFS Preview

This week, Harbour Town Golf Links hosts the RBC Heritage and Action Network's Jason Sobel is joined by RotoWire's Len Hochberg to break it all down for fantasy players everywhere. How real is the Masters "hangover?" Some of the top players may be making the trip from Augusta, but don't ignore the lower-tier and value players who are just as capable of turning up the heat! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Apr 12, 202224 min

Best Bets | RBC Heritage

Are you still chasing the high of the Masters? Luckily, there's still plenty of golf to bet on! This week the TOUR heads to the Harbour Town Golf Links for the RBC Heritage. The Heritage will feature a lighter field than last week, and five of the top ten will still be teeing off. Whether you bet conservative top finishes or longshot outrights - this episode is for you! This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short...

Apr 12, 202219 min

Best Bets | The Masters

A tradition unlike any other...it's the Masters. Between the intrigue surrounding one Tiger Woods and so many other star players rounding into form, we are sure to be in for a glorious week of golf. Which Aussies does Ben back this week? Listen and find out! This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short, quick-hitting episodes breaking down all their favorite bets for that week's tournament, including outrights, po...

Apr 05, 202224 min

The Masters DFS Preview

We've all been waiting for it...it's FINALLY Masters week. Action Network's Jason Sobel is joined by RotoWire's Len Hochberg to break down the greatest tournament of them all for fantasy players everywhere. With there being a top-heavy field at Augusta, you can find great value without much drop-off in the $8-9000 range on DraftKings. Be sure to add at least one of the better scramblers to fill out your lineup this week! Sit back and enjoy the greatest week in golf! Learn more about your ad choi...

Apr 04, 202223 min

Best Bets | Valero Texas Open

We can't wait for the Masters, but there's still some more golf and more drama to be played out before we set our eyes on Augusta! This week the TOUR takes on TPC San Antonio for the Valero Texas Open. Will there be a new contender who stamps their ticket to the Masters with a win here in Texas? Where do you take Charley Hoffman this week? All that and so much more are discussed in this episode! This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill...

Mar 29, 202226 min

Valero Texas Open DFS Preview

Anticipation for Augusta is building, but first, we need to take a dive into The Valero Texas Open. There are plenty of implications at stake before next week and Action Network's Jason Sobel is joined by RotoWire's Len Hochberg to break it all down for fantasy players everywhere. Will there be a final golden ticket stamped to the Masters on Sunday? As a treat, Jason and Len close out the episode by throwing out a few names to keep an eye on for next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Mar 29, 202224 min

Best Bets | WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play

Golf's own version of March Madness has finally arrived! This week the TOUR switches to the match play format in Austin, Texas. Naturally, there is a strong focus on head-to-head matchups, but there is still tons of value to be found all over the board. Jason and Ben finish out the show with their "Final Four" picks of this tournament. This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short, quick-hitting episodes breaking d...

Mar 22, 202223 min

WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play DFS Preview

Who says March Madness is just for college basketball? This week's head-to-head match play should have you shaking up your strategy. Action Network's Jason Sobel is joined by RotoWire's Len Hochberg to break it all down for fantasy players everywhere. Which underdogs will make a run? Listen and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 22, 202224 minEp. 36

The Valspar Championship Betting Preview

This week the TOUR takes on the Valspar Championship in Palm Harbor, Florida. The Valspar Championship offers a healthy mix of proven champions and rising stars at Copperhead. With more star power than usual and many players coming off a grueling PLAYERS Championship earlier this week, the field is ripe with value. Is it time to fade the superstars? Listen in to hear the best bets from our experts. This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Ever...

Mar 16, 202230 min

Valspar Championship DFS Preview

Now that the insanity of The PLAYERS Championship has ended, we turn our betting and DFS attention to the Valspar. But with pro golfer exhaustion comes opportunity, and Action Network's Jason Sobel is joined by RotoWire's Len Hochberg to break it all down for fantasy players everywhere. With so much volatility expected this week, both guys offer their sage wisdom on how to construct a winning line on a short week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Aca...

Mar 15, 202222 min

Best Bets | The PLAYERS Championship

This week the TOUR takes on TPC Sawgrass. It's still early enough to get sneaky value on Brooks Koepka, but there are countless other names in this field to capitalize on. Matt Fitzpatrick is doing everything well, which bodes well for this course. And how underrated is Collin Morikawa? This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short, quick-hitting episodes breaking down all their favorite bets for that week's tourna...

Mar 09, 202224 min

The PLAYERS Championship DFS Preview

The PLAYERS Championship is set to tee off this week at TPC Sawgrass. Jason Sobel of the Action Network and RotoWire's Len Hochberg are here to break it all down from a fantasy perspective. How much does this tournament's recent move from May to March impact the players? Is it finally the week to spend up for Jon Rahm, or is Collin Morikawa the man to trust? With wet weather also in the forecast, ball-strikers and all-around players may be the best choice for your fantasy lineup. This week's sta...

Mar 08, 202223 minEp. 32

Best Bets | Arnold Palmer Invitational

This week the TOUR invades Orlando for the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Where will Cameron Young finish? Top 40? Top 20? Is Min Woo Lee someone to keep an eye on this week? Jason also doles out four names to consider as outright winners for the other PGA event in Puerto Rico. This season, Jason Sobel from the Action Network and GolfBet is joined every Wednesday by Ben Everill of the PGA TOUR for short, quick-hitting episodes breaking down all their favorite bets for that week's tournament, includ...

Mar 02, 202225 minEp. 31
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