How many upsets should you pick in your March Madness bracket?

Too few and you leave points on the table. Too many and you're out in the first weekend.

In this video, we break down the optimal upset-picking strategy based on real bracket pool data so you can make smarter picks and increase your chances of winning.

00:00 — Intro

00:54 — Why Do People Pick Upsets?

03:33 — What the Research Shows

06:27 — What Happened in 2025?

11:09 — What About Crazy Upset Years?

18:38 — When Upsets DO Make Sense

23:25 — How to Pick the Right Upsets

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The biggest purse on the PGA Tour is on the line at TPC Sawgrass. Stephen Andress and Jason Lisk break down THE PLAYERS Championship One and Done picks, longshots, and sleepers for this week.

00:00 — Intro

01:12 — Arnold Palmer Recap

04:29 — Check Out PoolGenius’ Majors & Masters Product

07:35 — The Players Course Preview

10:51 — The Players: 5 Most Popular Picks

28:02 — The Players: Betting Favorites

28:36 — Top Golfers by Course History

36:55 — Top Golfers by Recent Form

40:54 — Check Out PoolGenius’ March Madness Product

47:37 — Stephen & Jason's Top 3 Picks

56:33 — Stephen & Jason’s Favorite Longshot Picks

59:36 — Stephen and Jason’s Conviction Plays

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Stop picking with your gut. After studying 21,709 real bracket pools with over $2.8 million in reported winnings, we found what actually separates winners from everyone else — and it's not what you think.

PoolGenius analyst Jason Lisk breaks down the 5 most critical mistakes pool players make and exactly how to fix them before you fill out your bracket.

00:00 - Intro

00:50 - Tip 1: Stop Chasing the Perfect Bracket

05:27 - Tip 2: Know Your Pool Size

09:56 - Tip 3: Know Your Scoring System

13:32 - Tip 4: Use Pick Popularity to Your Advantage

20:04 - Tip 5: Stop Forcing Historical Trends

26:09 - What a Winning Bracket Looks Like

31:35 - Get Your Optimal Bracket in Seconds

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March Madness bracket predictions are here. Jason Lisk breaks down his full bracket ahead of Conference Tournament Week (March 9), revealing which teams are in, which are out, and a new team joining the No. 1 seed conversation.

00:00 — Intro

01:58 — Looking back at Jason’s Bracket from 2025

05:19 — 2026 Bracket Reveal

15:48 — First Four In, Last Four Out

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Jason Lisk outlines his latest March Madness Bracket Predictions and Bracketology Report, breaking down the locked-in No. 1 seeds, bubble teams, and others on the move heading into conference tournament week.

00:00 — Intro

01:39 — Top 4 Seed Lines

06:46 — Bubble Teams: Who’s in, Who’s Out

18:03 — Potential Bid Thieves?

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The Arnold Palmer Invitational is one of the biggest weeks of the year for Golf One and Done pools. With a $20 million purse and $4 million going to the winner, this is a week where the right pick can create massive separation in your standings.

In this video, we break down the best strategy for Bay Hill, including whether you should use or save Scottie Scheffler, and how to think about Rory McIlroy and the other top contenders.

We also discuss projected pick popularity, course fit, and the type of players who tend to succeed at Bay Hill.

You’ll also hear our favorite picks, sleeper plays, and longshot options for the week, plus a quick look at the Puerto Rico Open for pools that include the alternate-field event.

If you’re trying to win your One and Done pool this season, this is one of the most important decisions you’ll make.

00:00 — Intro

01:08 — Cognizant Classic Recap

8:03 — Get $25 Match at Novig

8:38 — Arnold Palmer: 3 Most Popular Picks

15:31 — Course Preview

16:49 — Arnold Palmer: Betting Favorites

19:12 — Top Golfers by Course History

25:43 — Top Golfers by Recent Form

27:37 — Win Your March Madness Bracket Pool

29:43 — Jason's Top 3 Picks

35:00 — Stephen’s Top 3 Picks

47:36 — Favorite Longshot Picks

52:03 — Top Conviction Plays

55:13 — Puerto Rico Open Picks

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Jason Lisk and Nick Bateman dig into the latest March Madness Bracket Predictions and Bracketology Report, breaking down the locked-in No. 1 seeds, the teams still scrapping for position, and the bubble squads sweating every result.

00:00 — Intro

02:24 — Top 4 Seed Lines

10:36 — Bubble Teams: Who’s in, Who’s Out

29:40 — Who’s a Lock, Who’s Not

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Cognizant Classic One and Done picks are all about leverage this week, and we’re breaking down the best paths to gain ground. Jason Lisk and Stephen Andress recap last week, then dive into Cognizant Classic strategy for Golf One & Done pools.

They break down the most popular picks, key course factors, top favorites, and the golfers standing out in course history and recent form. They close with their Top 3 picks and favorite longshots to help you lock in your One & Done decision. Whether you’re protecting a lead or chasing value, this episode delivers data-driven insights to sharpen your Cognizant Classic picks.

00:00 — Intro

00:56 — Genesis Invitational Recap

05:04 — Cognizant Classic Course Preview

10:55 — Cognizant Classic: 3 Most Popular Picks

27:01 — Cognizant Classic: Betting Favorites

30:10 — Top Golfers by Course History

34:59 — Top Golfers by Recent Form

36:52 — Jason's Top 3 Picks

41:22 — Stephen’s Top 3 Picks

47:06 — Stephen & Jason’s Favorite Longshot Picks

54:30 — Stephen and Jason’s Conviction Plays

57:36 — Stephen’s Betting Card

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