Long Shots: VSiN's Golf Betting Podcast

The countdown to The Open Championship is officially on!

This week on Long Shots, Kelley Bydlon and Wes Reynolds recap the dramatic John Deere Classic, where Chris Gotterup claimed victory after Ben Kohles' heartbreaking collapse on the back nine. The guys discuss what went wrong, how they managed their betting cards, and what bettors can learn from another wild PGA Tour finish.

Then it's all about the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open....

The Long Shots Golf Betting Podcast is back with a full betting preview of the 2026 John Deere Classic at TPC Deere Run.

Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon recap Viktor Hovland's impressive victory over Scottie Scheffler at the Travelers Championship, discuss whether Hovland is officially back as a serious betting option, and examine why Scheffler's "slump" is still one of the most dominant stretches in golf.

The crew also...

On this episode of the Long Shots Golf Betting Podcast, Matt Brown and Wes Reynolds break down Wyndham Clark's impressive U.S. Open victory at Shinnecock Hills, discuss Sam Burns' near miss, and analyze how the challenging course setup impacted the world's best players. The guys also dive into the PGA Tour's major announcement regarding its new Championship Series and Challenger Series format set to debut in 2028, examining what th...

The U.S. Open is here, and the Long Shots crew is breaking down everything you need to know before one of golf’s toughest tests begins at Shinnecock Hills. Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon dive into the latest odds board, discuss Scottie Scheffler’s pursuit of a career Grand Slam, analyze the impact of projected wind conditions, and examine how Shinnecock’s demanding setup could shape the championship.

The Long Shots crew is back with a special early look at the 2026 U.S. Open from Shinnecock Hills. Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon break down the opening odds board, Scottie Scheffler's pursuit of the career Grand Slam, and how the challenging setup at Shinnecock could impact betting strategy.

The guys discuss whether Scheffler's recent "slump" is creating value, analyze the biggest contenders, including Rory McIlroy, ...

Kelley Bydlon (@KelleyBydlon) and Wes Reynolds (@WesReynolds1) head north of the border to break down the RBC Canadian Open at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley. The guys dive into how the renovated North Course played in its debut last year, what skill sets translate to this par-70 layout, and which players are set up for a big week in Caledon. Plus, Kelley and Wes share their outright picks, placements, and best bets before the PGA TO...

In this episode of Long Shots, Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon break down everything you need to know for the 2026 Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village. The crew recaps Russell Henley's dramatic playoff victory over Eric Cole at the Charles Schwab Challenge, discusses betting frustrations from last week's leaderboard surprises, and analyzes whether rising stars like Ludvig Åberg can finally close on Sunday.

The tea...

The Long Shots Golf Betting Podcast previews the upcoming Charles Schwab Challenge at Colonial Country Club following Wyndham Clark’s incredible 30-under performance at the Byron Nelson. Hosts Matt Brown, Kelley Bydlon, and Wes Reynolds break down why low-scoring shootouts continue dominating the PGA Tour and why elite putting remains the difference-maker when cashing golf bets.

The crew dives into Colonial’s narrow fa...

On this episode of Long Shots, Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon dive deep into the 2026 CJ Cup Byron Nelson betting board with full course analysis, betting strategies, outright picks, and placement wagers for TPC Craig Ranch.

The crew recaps the PGA Championship and a great final day from winner Aaron Rai, while Jon Rahm, Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy had their struggles.

Then it’s all about the Byron Nelso...

On this episode of Long Shots, Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon dive deep into the 2026 PGA Championship betting board with full course analysis, betting strategies, outright picks, and placement wagers for Aronimink Golf Club.

The crew recaps another frustrating week of runner-up finishes, including close calls from Nicolai Højgaard and Rickie Fowler, while discussing the rise of Kristoffer Reitan and why his recent fo...

The Long Shots crew recaps a huge week on the PGA Tour, highlighted by Cameron Young cashing outright tickets for both Wes Reynolds and Kelley Bydlon. The guys break down whether Young is currently the best player in the world and examine the growing separation among golf’s elite, including Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Matt Fitzpatrick.

Looking ahead, the focus shifts to the Truist Championship at Quail Hollow Club, ...

The Long Shots crew is back in full swing as Matt Brown, Kelley Bydlon, and Wes Reynolds break down a wild finish at the Zurich Classic, where near-misses and runner-up heartbreaks stole the spotlight. The guys recap the Fitzpatrick brothers’ dominance, Alex Fitzpatrick securing his PGA Tour card, and what the unique team format reveals about elite golf strategy. From absurdly low scores to the mental rollercoaster of betting...

Matt Brown and Wes Reynolds are back with another episode of Long Shots: VSiN's Golf Betting Podcast, recapping the latest action on the PGA Tour and looking ahead to what’s next. The guys break down Matt Fitzpatrick’s impressive win at Harbour Town, discuss Scottie Scheffler’s continued consistency, and go through some of the biggest surprises and disappointments from the past few tournaments.

They also take tim...

The Long Shots crew is back to break down the 2026 Masters, where Rory McIlroy proves his dominance with back-to-back green jackets. Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon recap a rollercoaster tournament, including close calls from Cameron Young and Justin Rose, and what might have been for Scottie Scheffler.

Then, it’s a quick turnaround to the RBC Heritage—an elevated, no-cut event at Harbor Town with a complet...

It’s Masters week, and the Long Shots crew dives straight into Augusta National for the biggest golf betting preview of the year. Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon break down everything you need to know—from course trends and key stats to the players who can actually win.

The guys explain why experience at Augusta National Golf Club matters more than any other major, how the course setup impacts betting strat...

The Long Shots crew is back as the Texas Swing wraps up and the countdown to the Masters begins. Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon kick things off by breaking down Gary Woodland’s emotional and inspiring victory—his first win in over two years after a remarkable comeback journey.

From there, the guys dive into what worked at the Houston Open, including why sticking to a simple “bomber” model paid ...

On this episode of the Long Shots Golf Betting Podcast, Matt Brown, Kelley Bydlon, and Wes Reynolds break down the Texas Children’s Houston Open at Memorial Park. With Scottie Scheffler withdrawing, the field opens up—making this one of the most intriguing betting boards of the season.

The crew recaps last week’s win from Matt Fitzpatrick, discusses the near-miss from Sungjae Im, and dives into why this course hea...

On this episode of Long Shots, Kelley Bydlon and Wes Reynolds recap a thrilling The Players Championship that saw Cameron Young finally break through in a big way. The guys break down how Ludvig Åberg let the tournament slip, why Matt Fitzpatrick was so close to victory, and what this win means for Young’s rise into golf’s elite.

Then it’s all about betting the Valspar Championship at Innisbrook’s Copperhea...

The Long Shots Golf Betting Podcast is back to break down The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass — one of the biggest events on the PGA Tour with a massive purse and the strongest field in golf.

Matt Brown, Wes Reynolds, and Kelley Bydlon dive into the biggest storyline of the week: Rory McIlroy’s back injury and whether bettors should trust him if he tees it up. With odds drifting and uncertainty surrounding his sta...