316: Episode 316: Sports Betting and NFL Preview with Joe Fortenbaugh
Host Rob Cressy is joined by Joe Fortenbaugh to discuss all things sports betting. Joe and Rob discuss: - Joe's time hosting The Sharp 600. - ESPN's Daily Wager. - Stats that matter when placing bets. - Joe and Rob's process in the day-to-day. -  How the NFL's new schedule will change betting. - The Minnesota Vikings' 2021 outlook. - How fans returning to the stands will impact NFL betting. - ...
26m Aug 03, 2021
26m
315: Episode 315: Reflecting on a Wild Sports Week with Sean Lockhart
Host Rob Cressy is joined by sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to discuss the absolutely bonkers week that it has been in professional sports. Sean and Rob discuss: -The Russell Westbrook trade altering the Lakers' NBA title futures -Other teams with intriguing NBA Championship odds -Betting lessons learned from the NBA Draft -Fallout from the Dodgers adding Max Scherzer and Trea Turner ...
26m Jul 30, 2021
26m
314: Episode 314: Sports Betting and Baseball Strategy with Jessica Gonsalves
Host Rob Cressy is joined by Covers Experts handicapper Jessica Gonsalves to discuss her journey into the sports betting industry and baseball betting strategy. Jessica and Rob discuss: -Jessica's journey into the sports betting space -Breaking into a male-dominated industry -Her thoughts on fading the public and why it's important -How to build a model to succeed at sports betting -Why a mode...
27m Jul 22, 2021
27m
313: Episode 313: British Open Betting Preview with Bill Krackomberger
Host Rob Cressy is joined by professional sports bettor Bill Krackomberger to preview the 2021 British Open. Bill and Rob discuss: -Staying away from favorites like tournament fave Jon Rahm -Strategy on picking outright winners -Long shot golfers to target, like Webb Simpson -Why head-to-head matchup betting is a better play -When to get your bets in -Why you need to pay attention to weather a...
26m Jul 13, 2021
26m
312: Episode 312: UFC 264 Betting Preview with Nick Kalikas
Host Rob Cressy is joined by Nick Kalikas of Circa Sports to preview Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier 3 and all UFC 264 betting action. Nick and Rob discuss:  -How Circa Sports is seeing more action on Poirier -The split between sharp vs. public money -The best McGregor/Poirier value bets  -Why betting on McGregor while he's still at plus money makes sense -The Burns vs. Thompson fight -The s...
31m Jul 07, 2021
31m
311: Episode 311: 2021 NFL Season and Week 1 Preview with Marc Lawrence
Host Rob Cressy is joined by Playbook Sports' Marc Lawrence to talk the 2021 NFL season and Week 1. Marc and Rob discuss: - Over/Under win totals for the 2021 season. - Reasons to go Under on the Ravens. - Trends around teams projected to win double-digit wins. - The Dallas Cowboys' outlook for 2021 and Dak Prescott's importance. - How to take advantage of a weak NFC East. - The Steelers' succ...
28m Jul 01, 2021
28m
310: Episode 310: Canada's Single-Game Sports Betting Legalization with Geoff Zochodne and Paul Burns
Host Rob Cressy is joined by Covers Sports Betting Journalist Geoff Zochodne, as well as Canadian Gaming Association President/CEO Paul Burns, to talk about Bill C-218 and its impact on single-game sports betting in Canada. Geoff and Rob discuss: - The news developments and covering the story as a journalist. - The history behind Canada's single-game betting ban. - Possible opposition and amen...
31m Jun 23, 2021
31m
309: Episode 309: US Open betting with Ryan Noonan
Host Rob Cressy is joined by 4for4 Football Director of Betting Ryan Noonan to talk about betting for the 2021 US Open. Ryan and Rob discuss: - The US Open possibly being better to bet on than the Masters. - Phil Mickelson paving the way for making "history" bets? - Brooks vs. Bryson. - Are betting outrights the best strategy? Top-10s? Each ways? - Considering players who had past success in S...
30m Jun 15, 2021
30m
308: Episode 308: Euro 2020 Preview with Covers Experts Soccer Authority
Host Rob Cressy is joined by Covers Experts Soccer Authority, Amadeus, to discuss the best betting strategies as they preview Euro 2020. Amadeus and Rob talk: - The variety of Euro markets and different benefits of each. - Strategies and favorites for betting tournament and group winners. - Making sense of the best value in single-game markets. - The best teams for Over and Under plays. - The ...
36m Jun 10, 2021
36m
307: Episode 307: Sharp 600 NBA and NHL Playoff Deep Dives with Jared Hochman
Rob Cressy is joined by Covers publishing editor Jared Hochman to discuss first-round insights from the NBA and NHL playoffs.  Jared and host Rob Cressy talk: - First-round results, upsets and trends, including talent vs. effort in playoffs. - The impact of the Lakers-Suns series on NBA titles futures. - Favorites in the NBA's West and holes in contenders.  - Joel Embiid's health and its impac...
42m Jun 03, 2021
42m
306: Episode 306: Sharp 600 College Football Games of the Year with Chris Andrews
Rob Cressy is joined by South Point sports book director Chris Andrews to discuss NHL and NBA playoffs and the college football games of the year.  Chris and host Rob Cressy talk: - The handle South Point has seen during the NBA and NHL playoffs so far. - How to best capitalize on favorites losing early in their series. - The Clippers' struggles and Chris Paul's injury. - The hopes of teams do...
25m May 27, 2021
25m
305: Episode 305: Sharp 600 NBA Playoffs with Rohit Ponnaiya
Rob Cressy is joined by Covers writer Rohit Ponnaiya to discuss the NBA playoffs.  Rohit and host Rob Cressy talk: -Takeaways from the first set of play-in games -Advantages and strategy of live betting -Finding better value with prop bet markets -What to make of the defending champion Lakers -Best futures bets to make for NBA title -Why you should be wary of betting on underdogs in futures ma...
30m May 20, 2021
30m
304: Episode 304: Sharp 600 NHL Playoffs with Jared Hochman
Rob Cressy is joined by Covers publishing editor Jared Hochman to discuss the NHL playoffs.  Jared and host Rob Cressy talk: - How to best bet hockey if you're a newcomer. - Futures prices worth looking at in the postseason. - How to analyze series-by-series prices. - The way the new division format will impact the playoffs. - What info the condensed schedules gave us during the regular season...
34m May 13, 2021
34m
303: Episode 303: Sharp 600 Post NFL Draft Breakdown with Sean Lockhart
Rob Cressy is joined by sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to discuss the NFL Draft.  Sean and host Rob Cressy discuss: - How Sean and Rob did betting the NFL Draft. -  The big wins, such as Jaycee Horn as the first defender drafted. - The big losses, like Mac Jones to the 49ers at No. 3. - The value of draft day information in making your bets. - Trends Sean and Rob identified ahead of a...
35m May 05, 2021
35m
302: Episode 302: Sharp 600 Sports Betting with Doug Kezerian and Kentucky Derby with Monique Vag
Rob Cressy is joined first by Doug Kezerian, the host of Daily Wager on ESPN, to talk sports betting and then by Monique Vag to talk Kentucky Derby. Doug and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Doug's approach to sports betting and how to find an edge. - How to parse through prop bets.  - Where to find an advantage in props. - What upcoming betting events are on Doug's radar.  - What info to use bettin...
34m Apr 28, 2021
34m
301: Episode 301: Sharp 600 NFL Draft Props with Eliot Crist
Rob Cressy is joined by FTNNetwork COO Eliot Crist to talk NFL Draft Props, with the 2021 NFL Draft less than a week away. Eliot and host Rob Cressy discuss: - How to approach betting the NFL Draft. - Mistakes bettors make on draft props. - How the slightest errors can change the outlook of a bet. - What value mock drafts have ahead of the draft. - The likely pick at No. 3 to the 49ers. - How...
32m Apr 22, 2021
32m
300: Episode 300: Sharp 600 Masters Roundup and MLB Catch-up with Andrew Caley
Rob Cressy is joined by Covers Senior Editor Andrew Caley to have a wide-ranging conversation on sports betting, including a Masters roundup and catching up on all things MLB betting. Andrew and host Rob Cressy discuss: - What they learned betting on the Masters. - How to play the matchups and other props when betting golf. - Taking the little wins over big wins during golf tournaments.  - Sh...
34m Apr 14, 2021
34m
299: Episode 299: Sharp 600 Betting the 2021 Masters with Jeff Sherman
Rob Cressy is joined by the VP of Risk Management for The SuperBook at Westgate Jeff Sherman to discuss The Masters. Jeff and host Rob Cressy discuss: - How the quick turnaround between tournaments impacted betting. - If the course will be more challenging than it was in November's tournament.  - The impact Tiger Woods' absence has on Masters betting. - If there is value to be found on Jordan...
16m Apr 06, 2021
16m
298: Episode 298: Sharp 600 March Madness Final Four Breakdown with Sean Lockhart
Rob Cressy is joined by sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to discuss the NCAA Conference Tournament. Sean and host Rob Cressy discuss: - The Pac-12's success in the NCAA Tournament.  - Sean and Rob's hits and misses so far in the tournament. - Looking at the big picture when betting college basketball. - Finding edges in betting props. - Previewing Gonzaga-UCLA and a look at the record-...
28m Mar 31, 2021
28m
297: Episode 297: Sharp 600 March Madness Sweet 16 Breakdown
Rob Cressy is joined by Jason Logan, Rohit Ponnaiya, Jared Hochman, and Andrew Caley of the Covers team to breakdown the March Madness Sweet 16, and lessons learned from the opening weekend. Each guest tackles a different region, with Jason covering the East, Rohit on the West, Jared on the South, and Andrew breaking down the Midwest. Jason discusses: -Florida State finally getting its groove ...
58m Mar 24, 2021
58m
296: Episode 296: Sharp 600 March Madness Breakdown Pt 3: Final Four Picks
Host Rob Cressy is joined by Jason Logan, Rohit Ponnaiya, Jared Hochman, and Andrew Caley of the Covers team to breakdown their March Madness Final Four picks.  Cressy and the guests discuss: -Their Final Four picks, which includes a big consensus on Gonzaga -Why Alabama, Illinois are good bets to make the Final Four -Jared's somewhat surprise team out of the East Region -Underdog picks to ma...
43m Mar 16, 2021
43m
295: Episode 295: Sharp 600 March Madness Breakdown Pt 2: Sleepers and Cinderella Teams
Host Rob Cressy is joined by Jason Logan, Rohit Ponnaiya, Jared Hochman, and Andrew Caley of the Covers team to breakdown their favorite March Madness sleepers and Cinderella teams. Each guest tackles a different region, with Jason covering the East, Rohit on the West, Jared on the South, and Andrew breaking down the Midwest.  Jason likes: -UNC Greensboro on the moneyline over Florida State -...
8m Mar 16, 2021
8m
294: Episode 294: Sharp 600 March Madness Breakdown Pt 1: Opening Round Best Bets
Rob Cressy is joined by Jason Logan, Rohit Ponnaiya, Jared Hochman, and Andrew Caley of the Covers team to breakdown the first round of March Madness and go through all of their picks. Each guest tackles a different region, with Jason covering the East, Rohit on the West, Jared on the South, and Andrew breaking down the Midwest. Jason discusses: -The First Four games and why's there's a lot to...
49m Mar 16, 2021
49m
293: Episode 293: NCAA Conference Tournament with Sean Lockhart
Rob Cressy is joined by sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to discuss the NCAA Conference Tournament. Sean and host Rob Cressy discuss: -Last year's NCAA Tournament getting canceled -Their favorite Conference Tournament memories  -Tips on how to bet in the Conference Tournament  -How to size up Duke and the ACC -Which teams to buy and sell in the Big 10 -Whether Gonzaga is the team ...
32m Mar 10, 2021
32m
292: Episode 292: MLB Win Totals with Andrew Caley
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Covers Senior Editor Andrew Caley to discuss MLB Win Totals and which teams have the best chance to either exceed or fall short of their Over/Under projection. Andrew and host Rob Cressy discuss: -They first talk about the NHL Golden Knights' partnership with a sports betting tout service that was widely criticized and then canceled  -Advice on how to bet MLB fu...
35m Mar 03, 2021
35m
291: Episode 291: Understanding NBA Top Shot with Jack Settleman
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Jack Settleman of Snapback Sports to discuss the craze surrounding NBA Top Shot.  Jack and host Rob Cressy discuss: -A breakdown of what NBA Top Shot is and its booming market -Challenges and market concerns with how much money is being invested -Upside of this largely untapped market -Best way for beginners to enter market and what bankroll is needed -The key t...
35m Feb 23, 2021
35m
290: Episode 290: NBA Betting with Rohit Ponnaiya
Rob Cressy brings in Covers digital content producer Rohit Ponnaiya to chat about NBA betting.  Rohit and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Celebrating Michael Jordan and his influence on his 58th birthday. - What the Bulls dynasty would have been like in a modern sports betting world.  - The Utah Jazz's streak against the spread in 2021. - How James Harden's arrival has impacted the Brooklyn Nets' ...
30m Feb 17, 2021
30m
289: Episode 289: Super Bowl Lessons and NCAA Basketball catch up with Sean Lockhart
Rob Cressy brings in sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to recap the Super Bowl and dive into college basketball. Sean and host Rob Cressy discuss: - How to stack props with one another to get the best chance to cash. - Preparing for the unexpected when betting the Super Bowl. - How their Super Bowl bets played out. - Turning the page to college basketball. - Getting ahead of the March M...
34m Feb 11, 2021
34m
288: Episode 288: Inside Las Vegas for Super Bowl with Jay Kornegay
Rob Cressy brings in Westgate Superbook's Jay Kornegay to take you behind the scenes of one of Vegas' biggest sportsbooks for Super Bowl betting. Jay and host Rob Cressy discuss: - The cumulative effect of COVID-19 on this season's NFL betting action. - The Superbook's Super Bowl lines, with Jay's insights on betting trends. - Where the handle lies and best & worst-case scenarios for the Supe...
30m Feb 03, 2021
30m
287: Episode 287: Betting basketball and the Super Bowl with Bill Krackomberger
Rob Cressy brings in Bill Krackomberger to talk about basketball and Super Bowl betting. Bill and host Rob Cressy discuss: - What edges have presented themselves in college basketball betting? - How much impact does a coach have on a CBB line?  - Using Conference title stretches to prep for March Madness betting?  - How to approach betting NBA totals. - Why NBA props are more difficult to bet...
35m Jan 28, 2021
35m
286: Episode 286: NFL Championship Week Winning with Scott Shapiro
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes BetAmerica analyst Scott Shapiro to chat about betting the NFL's AFC and NFC Championship Games. Scott and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Lessons learned from last week, including Saints' missed opportunity. - Assessments of the remaining four teams, and what to beware of. - Narratives this week, and how to react to them when betting.  - Key stats and variables from...
30m Jan 20, 2021
30m
285: Episode 285: Divisional Round Betting with Sean Lockhart
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to chat about betting the NFL Divisional Round. Sean and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Wild Card Weekend 10 picks, including a couple too many Ls. - Examining the Ravens come-from-behind win over the Titans. - Previewing the Rams/Packers matchup. - How your view of Josh Allen is the key to betting Ravens/Bills. - Sp...
30m Jan 13, 2021
30m
284: Episode 284: NFL Wild Card Winning with Eliot Crist
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes FTNNetwork COO Eliot Crist to chat about winning strategies for NFL Wild Card games. Eliot and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 17 picks, including the impact of COVID/resting players.  - How to maximize leverage of public overreactions, injuries etc.  - Eliot's mindsets for live-betting early in playoff games.  - Previews and analysis for this weekend'...
32m Jan 07, 2021
32m
283: Episode 283: NFL Week 17 Betting with Rohit Ponnaiya
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Covers digital content producer Rohit Ponnaiya to chat about betting NFL Week 17. Rohit and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 16 picks, including some unfortunate losses. - What to do when you learn a backup is playing but you're already locked into a bet. - Rohit's strategies for betting with the uncertainties of Week 17. - Week 17's picks, including th...
34m Dec 30, 2020
34m
282: Episode 282: NFL Week 16 Winning Bets with Sean Lockhart
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to chat about betting NFL Week 16. Sean and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 15 picks, and some historic bad beats. - Mindsets and strategies for live-betting underdogs. - Thoughts on endgames for those still alive in survivor pools. - Sean's tips on bankroll management and related anxiety. - Week 16's picks, incl...
35m Dec 23, 2020
35m
281: Episode 281: Week 15 NFL betting with Frank Schwab
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Yahoo Sports senior NFL and sports betting writer Frank Schwab to chat about betting NFL Week 15. Frank and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 14 picks, with stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - Our mindset for betting later-season games. - Where to get the best insights on an NFL team's late-season gameplans. - ...
40m Dec 16, 2020
40m
280: Episode 280: Winning NFL Week 14 with Jason Logan
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Covers Senior Industry Analyst Jason Logan to chat about winning strategies for NFL Week 14. Jason and host Rob Cressy discuss: - The Sharp 600's roots and the inspiration behind the podcast. - Mentalities that set successful sports bettors apart from sports fans. - Understanding when to bet a line now (https://www.covers.com/nfl/nfl-betting-tips-week-14-bet-now...
44m Dec 10, 2020
44m
279: Episode 279: Week 13 NFL Betting with Chris Andrews
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes the South Point sports book director Chris Andrews to chat about NFL Week 13 NFL betting. Chris and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Reminding us of the 80/20 rule. - Review of Week 12 picks, with stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - Breakdowns of Week 13's parlay and picks. - Effect of the Week 12 Wednesday game on Pittsburg...
41m Dec 02, 2020
41m
278: Episode 278: NFL Week 12 Winning with Jay Kornegay
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Westgate SuperBook Executive VP of Race and Sportsbook Operations Jay Kornegay to chat about NFL Week 12 winning strategies. Jay and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 11 picks, with stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - Breakdowns of Week 12's parlay and picks. - Analysis of Thanksgiving matchups and possible lin...
35m Nov 26, 2020
35m
277: Episode 277: NFL Week 11 betting with Sean Lockhart
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to chat about betting NFL Week 11. Sean and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 10 picks, with stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - A wild statistic on 2.5-point-or-less favorites this season. - This week's picks, including "Get comfortable being uncomfortable." - Breaking ...
26m Nov 18, 2020
26m
276: Episode 276: Betting the Masters with Jeff Sherman
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Jeff Sherman, VP of Risk Management for The SuperBook at Westgate, to chat about betting the 2020 Masters. Jeff and host Rob Cressy discuss: - How November Masters, and possible messy weather changes odds. - Changing make/miss cut props based on altered cut rules. - Tiger's odds and best bets to fade Tiger at Augusta. - What to expect from Masters betting favori...
19m Nov 10, 2020
19m
275: Episode 275: NFL Week 9, Election Betting with Patrick Everson
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Covers senior writer Patrick Everson to chat about NFL Week 9 and U.S. Election betting. Patrick and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 8 picks, with stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - This week's picks, including "The Big Mick Moneyline Parlay". - Live betting to get an automatic winner during the 2020 U.S. El...
37m Nov 04, 2020
37m
274: Episode 274: NFL Week 8 Best Bets with Scott Shapiro
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes BetAmerica football analyst Scott Shapiro to chat about NFL Week 8 trends, strategies and best bets. Scott and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 7 picks, with stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - This week's picks, including "Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable". - Possible edges in live-betting Steelers-Ravens....
27m Oct 28, 2020
27m
273: Episode 273: Week 7 NFL betting with Eliot Crist
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes FTNNetwork Chief Operating Officer Eliot Crist to chat about NFL Week 7 and finding the best betting values. Eliot and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 6 picks, with stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - Rob and Eliot's favorite picks for Week 7. - The value of betting on individual team totals. - Creating oppor...
33m Oct 21, 2020
33m
272: Episode 272: Live Betting NFL Week 6 with Ed Miller
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes sports betting expert and author Ed Miller to chat about NFL Week 6 and live-betting mindsets. Ed and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Review of Week 5 picks, with stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - Rob's favorite picks for Week 6. - Ed's thoughts on the opportunities & advantages of live betting. - The math and logic behin...
36m Oct 14, 2020
36m
271: Episode 271: Week 5 NFL betting with Sean Lockhart
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to chat about betting NFL Week 5 and the ridiculous run of Overs. Sean and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Breakdown of Week 4 stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - Why are so many games going Over? - Approaching totals betting in Week 5, aka regression to the mean. - Recap of Week 4 pi...
31m Oct 07, 2020
31m
270: Episode 270: Week 4 NFL Best Bets with Vik Chokshi
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Sports Intel's Vik Chokshi, to chat about winning strategies, picks and edges for NFL Week 4 betting. Vik and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Breakdown of Week 3 stats from Covers' Jason Logan (@coversjlo (https://twitter.com/CoversJLo) ). - Why to avoid (or live-bet) games in 2020's early-season uncertainty. - In-depth insights for key Week 4 matchups. - Rob & Vik ru...
30m Sep 30, 2020
30m
269: Episode 269: Week 3 NFL betting with Ed Feng
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Ed Feng, Founder of The Power Rank, to chat about using data to tackle NFL Week 3 betting. Ed and host Rob Cressy discuss: - Week 2 results, including stats from @CoversJLo. - Rob's Week 3 picks and finding the best value in NFL live betting. - Using data instead of emotion when placing bets. - Ed's evaluations of early hot (and cold) NFL teams. - What to make o...
36m Sep 23, 2020
36m
268: Episode 268: Winning NFL Week 2 with Jay Kornegay
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes Jay Kornegay, Executive Vice President of Race and Sportsbook Operations at The SuperBook (https://twitter.com/SuperBookSports) at Westgate, to chat about the betting markets for NFL Week 2. Jay and host Rob Cressy discuss: Week 1 results, including stats from @CoversJLo (https://twitter.com/coversjlo?lang=en) . Rob's picks, bounce-back and over-reaction teams....
34m Sep 16, 2020
34m
267: Episode 267: Week 1 NFL betting with Sean Lockhart
The Sharp 600 podcast welcomes sports betting consultant Sean Lockhart to chat about how to best approach betting an NFL season unlike any other. Sean and host Rob Cressy discuss: The value of continuity, especially early in the season. Exploiting the Week 1 totals Get comfortable being uncomfortable Week 1 bets. Pick a loser! Week 1 Big Mick moneyline parlays of the week. You can find S...
26m Sep 09, 2020
26m