JD Yonke
JD Yonke
6+ years experience 6+ years experience
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
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UCLA vs USC Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's College Basketball Game
While oddsmakers have this UCLA-USC tilt listed as a pick'em, our picks expect this Bruins defense to be the difference.
Houston vs Kansas Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's College Basketball Game
While the No. 7 Houston Cougars have proven to be a solid squad, they haven't quite proved that they are on the same level as No. 12 Kansas. As the Jayhawks welcome their visitors, it's the home team with the advantage in this Big 12 matchup.
Wisconsin vs UCLA Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's College Basketball Game
No. 18 Wisconsin seeks to make it eight straight wins as they face UCLA in a Big Ten duel. But the Bruins defense won't allow the Badgers to have their way as they look to protect homecourt.
Ohio State vs Notre Dame Same-Game Parlay for the CFP National Championship
With it all to play for JD Yonke believes the stars will step up and produce in a big way. Find out why he loves the Jeremiyah's as legs in his Ohio State vs. Notre Dame SGP.
Purdue vs Oregon Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game
The Boilermakers look fantastic and should have no issues dealing with an overrated Oregon Ducks squad.
Iowa vs UCLA Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
Our expert college basketball predictions expect the Hawkeyes to play much better on the second-leg of its West Coast road swing.
Baylor vs Arizona Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
Baylor and Arizona are both having good seasons, but the Wildcats will be just a bit better tonight.
Tennessee vs Texas Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
Our expert college basketball predictions are anticipating the defenses to take the initiative, with points coming at a premium tonight.
Michigan vs UCLA Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
No. 22 UCLA Bruins try not to lose ground in the Big Ten standings as the No. 24 Michigan Wolverines adjust to traveling cross-country to face another west coast opponent. With both teams facing different dilemmas, this is sure to be an intense matchup.
TCU vs Houston Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
While TCU is coming off a win, Houston remains one of the toughest challenges in the nation.
Michigan vs USC Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s College Basketball Game
A new regime has breathed life into the Wolverines' program, and they'll take care of business against the Trojans tonight.
North Texas vs Texas State Predictions, Picks, and Odds for the First Responder Bowl
Both North Texas and Texas State like to operate at a quick clip and can break off big plays with the best of them. JD Yonke's college football betting picks are leaning hard toward the Over in the First Responder Bowl.
Baylor vs LSU Predictions, Picks & Odds for the 2024 Texas Bowl
Both offenses are plenty capable of lighting up the scoreboard, and that's what they'll do in Houston.
Arizona State vs BYU Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today's College Basketball Game
Big 12 conference play tips off with the BYU Cougars hosting Arizona State as both teams are off to an impressive start with matching 9-2 records.
Iowa vs Missouri Player Props & Best Bets for the 2024 Music City Bowl
Marcus Carroll has been getting plenty of goal-line carries this season, and he'll capitalize in the Music City Bowl.
Miami (OH) vs Colorado State Predictions, Picks, Odds for the 2024 Arizona Bowl
Yonke's best bet: Give Jay Norvell credit for reworking his team’s identity on the fly due to necessity, and the value lies with the Rams as short underdogs ahead of Saturday's matchup in Tucson.
UCLA vs Gonzaga Prediction, Picks, and Odds for Today’s College Basketball Game
For as good as UCLA might be, we have some doubts about its ability to keep pace with this red-hot Gonzaga offense.
Texas A&M vs USC Prediction, Picks, Odds — Las Vegas Bowl
Yonke's prediction: With plenty of pieces missing on offense, the USC Trojans will struggle for consistency and the Aggies will be able to run away with this contest.
South Florida vs San Jose State Prediction, Picks, Odds for the 2024 Hawaii Bowl
JD's prediction: Expect both offenses to have an easy time scoring points in Honolulu after a slew of defections on defense.
Northern Illinois vs Fresno State Prediction and Picks — Famous Idaho Potato Bowl
Despite both teams dealing with plenty of injuries and opt-outs, JD Yonke believes the MAC side is in a better position to come away with a win and cover in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl.
