EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 22 MIN
Golf Betting Breakdown: Cognizant Classic Preview with PGA Odds Guru Danny Burke | Stephie Smalls Show (Ep 204)
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Get your betting card ready for PGA National as The Stephie Smalls Show delivers a full Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches betting preview with PGA handicapper Danny Burke from Betting News. Stephie and Danny break down how the renovated course is playing, why scores are lower than in years past, and which stats matter most this week — including bogey avoidance, Bermuda putting, strokes gained approach, and approach shots from 150–200 yards. The conversation dives deep into key players on the betting board, including Shane Lowry, Ryan Gerard, Daniel Berger, Aaron Rai, Sam Ryder, Rico Hoey, Keith Mitchell, Doug Ghim, Brooks Koepka, Erik van Rooyen, Billy Horschel, and longshot K.H. Lee. Stephie and Danny discuss which golfers fit the course best and which popular names may be overvalued. Specific bets and angles mentioned include Ryan Gerard outright around +1850 with a Top 20 at +110, Daniel Berger at 35/1 with a Top 20 around +180, Aaron Rai Top 30 at +110, Sam Ryder Top 10 after Round 1 at +800 and Top 40 at +140, Rico Hoey Top 20 at +225, Keith Mitchell Top 30 at +130, Doug Ghim Top 20 at +335, Erik van Rooyen Top 40 at +200, Billy Horschel Top 20 at +345, and a deep longshot sprinkle on K.H. Lee at 500/1. If you’re looking for Cognizant Classic best bets, PGA golf betting picks, and sharp insight from a professional golf handicapper, this episode breaks down exactly how to attack this week’s tournament. 0:00 – Intro 0:51 – Danny Burke intro 1:31 – Golf betting growth 2:14 – Tournament overview 2:47 – Course changes 3:27 – Scoring trends 3:58 – Key stats breakdown 4:45 – Shane Lowry discussion 6:02 – Betting strategy approach 7:44 – Best bets begin 7:51 – Ryan Gerard bet 9:20 – Daniel Berger case 11:02 – Aaron Rai value 12:17 – Sam Ryder angles 13:52 – Rico Hoey breakdown 15:54 – Keith Mitchell value 17:28 – Doug Ghim upside 18:24 – Brooks Koepka debate 18:51 – Erik van Rooyen play 19:58 – Billy Horschel value 20:57 – K.H. Lee longshot 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast! It helps us grow and lets Stephie keep bringing the heat. SUPPORT us by supporting our partners Underdog Fantasy code SMALLS - Up to $1000 in BONUS CASH - https://underdogfantasy.com MyBookie code SMALLS for a FREE BONUS - https://www.mybookie.ag/ Exclusive SGPN Bonuses And Linkshttp://linktr.ee/sportsgamblingpodcast Check out CigarBid and use my code SGPN for a great deal: https://cigarbid.com Exclusive SGPN Bonuses And Linkshttp://sg.pn/linksFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast X/Twitter - https://x.com/GamblingPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sportsgamblingpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@gamblingpodcastFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/sportsgamblingpodcastFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast HostSean Green - http://www.twitter.com/seantgreenRyan Kramer - https://x.com/KramerCentric Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800 BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Stephie Smalls is joined by PGA handicapper Danny Burke from Betting News to break down the Cognizant Classic at PGA National, focusing on how the course renovations, key stats, and betting markets shape this week’s tournament. They discuss top players and value targets including Ryan Gerard, Daniel Berger, Aaron Rai, Sam Ryder, Rico Hoey, Keith Mitchell, Billy Horschel, and a deep longshot flyer on K.H. Lee. The episode delivers actionable golf betting insight across outrights, top finishes, and first-round bets for bettors looking to attack an open and volatile field.
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