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JD Yonke

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JD is a diehard college football fan with five years of experience writing betting and fantasy content for publications such as SportsGrid, Fantasy Points, Fantrax, and Devy Watch. An avid reader, he uses his inclination to look at things with an exhausting and in-depth, analytic viewpoint combined with a love for statistics and metrics to form a well-rounded handicapping approach.

e's an integral member of the niche (but growing!) college fantasy football community, twice traveling to Canton, OH for the Fantasy Football Expo as a member of the CFF King's Classic drafting squad. His specialization in college football DFS and prop betting taught him that there are exploitable markets to be found and that narrowing your focus is integral to being a profitable bettor.

A lifelong Californian who grew up playing baseball, basketball, football, and lacrosse, he's glad to share a passionate love for sports with this wonderful community.

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Team: Oregon Ducks
Sport to bet on: College football
Sports movie: The Sandlot
Sports snack: Cherries
Covers feature: College football betting trends
Remember when Michigan State opened the 2021 season as +3 underdogs (and +135 on the moneyline) to Northwestern? An easy 38-21 Spartans win was a great start to the season. Considering the Spartans finished the season 11-2 and the Wildcats went 3-9, it's a reminder that there's always an edge somewhere.
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Toledo vs. Western Michigan in 2020. The Rockets scored a touchdown to go up 38-28 with just under three minutes remaining in the fourth quarter. Naturally, I was feeling good about my Toledo +2 point spread and +115 moneyline tickets. Not so fast — with the help of an onside kick, Western Michigan scored two touchdowns in the final 0:45 for a 41-38 win that spoiled both of my tickets.
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Marlins vs Dodgers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 29, 2025 • 5:32 PM ET

With no real pitching plan for the Dodgers tonight, JD Yonke believes the Marlins can muck it up and keep things close with Sandy Alcantara on the bump.

Marlins vs Dodgers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 28, 2025 • 9:49 AM ET

Both teams have been seeing plenty of runs scored in their games, which is why our Marlins vs. Dodgers predictions back the Over.

Pirates vs Dodgers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 27, 2025 • 10:44 AM ET

Left-handed hitters have crushed Pirates' SP Bailey Falter, and Freddie Freeman will be licking his lips for this matchup.

Pirates vs Dodgers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 26, 2025 • 11:56 AM ET

To Mitch Keller's dismay, Freddie Freeman is defying Father Time and as the Los Angeles Dodgers host the Pittsburgh Pirates, it will be a matchup that is worth grabbing popcorn for.

Pirates vs Dodgers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 25, 2025 • 6:54 PM ET

With Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Paul Skenes set to take the hill at Dodger Stadium, JD Yonke expects runs to be at a premium in this late-night showdown.

Brewers vs Giants Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 23, 2025 • 12:36 PM ET

Our MLB betting picks believe the Brewers' Freddy Peralta will shine in a pitcher's duel at Oracle Park vs. Logan Webb and the Giants tonight.

Brewers vs Giants Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 22, 2025 • 11:01 AM ET

The San Francisco Giants' bats have struggled against southpaws this season, and Jose Quintana will mow them down.

Brewers vs Giants Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 21, 2025 • 11:17 AM ET

Mike Yastrzemski has found plenty of success against righties in his career, and he'll knock around SP Quinn Priester.

Giants vs Angels Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 20, 2025 • 10:53 AM ET

Our Giants vs. Angels predictions are expecting a big game from veteran Mike Trout.

Dodgers vs Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 19, 2025 • 2:56 PM ET

As Corey Seager meets his former team, he'll have extra motivation to prove a point on what they are missing out on as the Texas Rangers face off against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Dodgers vs Rangers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Apr 18, 2025 • 4:55 PM ET

Yonke's prediction: Expect the pitchers to shine bright in a low-scoring duel.

Cubs vs Padres Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 16, 2025 • 9:07 AM ET

Manny Machado's torrid start will continue vs. a lefty whose number he's had for a while now in Matthew Boyd, per our MLB betting picks.

Cubs vs Padres Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 14, 2025 • 9:22 AM ET

Manny Machado is on a heater, and Jameson Taillon will throw gasoline on the fire at Petco Park tonight when the Cubs visit the Padres, per our MLB betting picks.

Cubs vs Dodgers Props Picks & Best Bets for Sunday Night Baseball

Apr 13, 2025 • 12:00 PM ET

It's a good night to be a hitter at Dodger Stadium. Our MLB prop picks are calling for Shohei Ohtani, Michael Conforto, and Kyle Tucker to crush the ball on Sunday evening.

Tigers vs Twins Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 11, 2025 • 8:22 AM ET

Spencer Torkelson is smashing baseballs, and our expert MLB predictions expect that trend to continue against David Festa and the Twins.

Dodgers vs Nationals Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 9, 2025 • 9:33 AM ET

While the stars of the Dodgers lineup get much of the attention, our MLB picks are targeting L.A.'s Michael Conforto against Jake Irvin tonight.

Orioles vs Diamondbacks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 8, 2025 • 9:37 AM ET

Charlie Morton is looking every bit as old as his 41 years, and the Diamondbacks will show him no mercy in Phoenix tonight, per our MLB betting picks.

Astros vs Mariners Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 7, 2025 • 9:34 AM ET

Logan Gilbert has racked up 18 strikeouts in two starts, and our Astros vs. Mariners predictions expect that dominance to continue tonight.

Mariners vs Giants Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 6, 2025 • 10:55 AM ET

Between Jordan Hicks and Bryan Woo, our Mariners vs. Giants predictions expect the pitching to tell the story of Sunday's game.

Padres vs Cubs Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game

Apr 6, 2025 • 10:00 AM ET

We have our doubts about Ben Brown in this matchup, and our Padres vs. Cubs predictions expect Jackson Merrill to take advantage.

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