JD Yonke

JD Yonke


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.
Sport to bet on: College football
Sports movie: The Sandlot
Sports snack: Cherries
Covers feature: College football betting trends


Orioles vs Diamondbacks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
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
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
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
We have our doubts about Ben Brown in this matchup, and our Padres vs. Cubs predictions expect Jackson Merrill to take advantage.
UCF vs Villanova Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s CBC Game
Our expert college basketball predictions for the College Basketball Crown expect the respective defenses to prevail tonight.
Mariners vs Giants Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Friday’s series opener at Oracle Park featured no shortage of offense, and we’re expecting more fireworks in Saturday’s encore in the Bay Area.
Dodgers vs Phillies Prediction, Picks & Best Bet for Today’s MLB Game
JD Yonke's MLB betting picks for Dodgers vs. Phillies anticipate a low-scoring clash in Philadelphia, with the weather favoring tonight's pitchers.
Braves vs Dodgers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Michael Conforto isn't one of the Dodgers' big boys, but he doesn't need to be. As such, he's flying a little under the radar and is in a prime position against Braves starter Bryce Elder.
Tulane vs USC Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s CBC Game
Trends may tell you to take the Over in this matchup, but our Tulane vs. USC predictions explain why the Under is better.
Washington State vs Georgetown Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s CBC Game
Our Washington State vs. Georgetown predictions expect Ed Cooley's squad to win and cover in this College Basketball Crown affair.
College Basketball Prop Picks & Best Bets for Today 3-30: Michigan State vs Auburn
Styles make fights, and they also shape bets. Find out why our March Madness prop picks believe Michigan State's defense will take Johni Broome and Denver Jones of Auburn out of their comfort zone.
Cubs vs Diamondbacks Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Our Cubs vs. Diamondbacks predictions expect a strong start from Eduardo Rodriguez and a bounce-back win for Arizona.
Tigers vs Dodgers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Roki Sosaki is taking the mound for the Dodgers tonight after struggling in Tokyo, and those struggles make for a favorable matchup for Tigers bat Riley Greene. He highlights our Tigers vs. Dodgers picks below.
Tigers vs Dodgers Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Although Jack Flaherty makes his return to Chavez Ravine to face the Dodgers, the defending champs' offense will reign supreme in this late-night clash.
Braves vs Padres Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s MLB Game
Chris Sale and Michael King are coming off excellent campaigns, and they'll dictate the score in this Opening Round matchup.
UAB vs UC Irvine Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NIT Quarterfinal Game
UC Irvine likely holds the edge but the best betting angle to target vs. UAB is the Under on the total.
Loyola Chicago vs San Francisco Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game
The San Francisco Dons may be without their best player, Marcus WIlliams, but as JD Yonke explains, they are still head and shoulders above Loyola Chicago. Find out why he's laying the points with the Dons tonight.
Cooper Flagg Picks, Predictions & Best Bets Sunday for Baylor vs Duke
Cooper Flagg showed no signs of injury in Duke's opening-round trouncing of Mount St. Mary's, and we expect the Blue Devils star to light it up from deep on Sunday.
Cooper Flagg Picks, Predictions & Best Bets Today for Mount St. Mary's vs Duke
Cooper Flagg is looking to suit up for the first time in over a week, but expect the Blue Devils to ease him back against the Mountaineers.
Utah Valley vs San Francisco Prediction, Picks & Odds for Today’s NIT Game
The San Francisco Dons have been a force on their home floor and the Utah Valley Wolverines will have a tall task on their hands trying to beat them in this NIT matchup.