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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. He'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
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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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Dodgers vs Astros Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Jul 26, 2024 • 12:22 PM ET

There's been an obvious Under trend when Gavin Stone takes the hill for the Dodgers, and our MLB betting picks will ride the wave when he faces Framber Valdez and the Astros tonight.

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

Jul 24, 2024 • 12:50 PM ET

The Giants have been floundering, and Tyler Glasnow shouldn't miss a beat, so our MLB picks are backing the Dodgers to keep dominating.

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

Jul 23, 2024 • 11:40 AM ET

Freddie Freeman remains a very reliable bat for the Los Angeles Dodgers, and our MLB picks expect him to punish the struggling Jordan Hicks.

Giants vs Dodgers Prediction, Picks, & Odds for Tonight's MLB Game

Jul 22, 2024 • 3:14 PM ET

Blake Snell has been at his very best since returning to the Giants rotation earlier this month and we expect that success to carry over into Monday's affair. Find out why in our MLB betting picks below.

Red Sox vs Dodgers Sunday Night Baseball Prop Bets: Crawford, O'Neill Shine in SoCal

Jul 21, 2024 • 12:10 PM ET

Tyler O'Neill is getting a favorable matchup against James Paxton and we expect him to take advantage. Read more in our Sunday Night Baseball prop picks below.

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

Jul 20, 2024 • 2:07 PM ET

Brayan Bello has struggled plenty this season, and our MLB picks think the Dodgers' Freddie Freeman is licking his chops at the Red Sox starter.

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

Jul 19, 2024 • 10:43 AM ET

Between Gavin Stone and Nick Pivetta, you can expect to see a high level of pitching when the Red Sox take on the Dodgers tonight. We break down the matchup in our MLB picks below.

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

Jul 14, 2024 • 11:28 AM ET

Randy Vasquez continues to be piss-poor against left-handed hitters this season and looking primed to take advantage of that on Sunday is Braves leadoff man Jarred Kelenic. Find out why in our MLB betting picks below.

Braves vs Padres Prediction, Picks, & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Jul 12, 2024 • 11:35 AM ET

Jarred Kelenic has been mashing against right-handers, and our MLB picks think he can pounce on some scary metrics when the Braves visit the Padres tonight.

Braves vs Diamondbacks Prediction, Picks, & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Jul 11, 2024 • 11:07 AM ET

Max Fried has all the stuff to shake off his last outing against the Diamondbacks, and our MLB picks like the Braves starter to spur a pitcher's duel tonight.

Mariners vs Padres Prediction, Picks, & Odds for Tonight’s MLB Game

Jul 9, 2024 • 11:44 AM ET

Recently named to his first All-Star team, Seattle Mariners ace Logan Gilbert's strikeout total is way too low entering tonight's series against the San Diego Padres. JD Yonke breaks it all down below in his latest MLB picks.

Red Sox vs Yankees Sunday Night Baseball Prop Bets: Devers Gets to Gil

Jul 7, 2024 • 2:59 PM ET

Find out why our MLB betting picks expect Rafael Devers to help the Red Sox chase Yankees starter Luis Gil early on Sunday Night Baseball as we take a long look at the available MLB player props.

Giants vs Guardians Prediction, Picks, & Odds for Today's MLB Game

Jul 6, 2024 • 10:32 AM ET

Our MLB betting picks think Kyle Harrison will be greeted rudely in his return to the Giants' rotation while Logan Allen's woes will continue for the Guardians on Saturday afternoon.

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

Jul 5, 2024 • 12:41 PM ET

Aaron Civale's debut for the Milwaukee Brewers will be no easy task when he faces a star-studded Los Angeles Dodgers lineup. Read more as we expect Shohei Ohtani to inflict the most damage in Friday's nightcap.

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

Jul 4, 2024 • 12:42 PM ET

Zac Gallen has historically pitched well against the Dodgers and looked sharp in his return from injury. L.A. rookie Landon Knack has hit the scene hot and has pitched effectively through six starts. This has all the makings of a low-scoring clash.

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

Jul 3, 2024 • 11:03 AM ET

Gavin Stone has been a menace for opposing batters through 2024, and our MLB picks like his chances more than Arizona's Cristian Mena, who's set to make his MLB debut.

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

Jul 2, 2024 • 11:13 AM ET

Bobby Miller and Ryne Nelson possess ERAs more bloated than those who just came from a buffet, but our MLB picks break down why the Under is the way to go for this matchup.

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

Jun 30, 2024 • 10:51 AM ET

The San Francisco Giants' lefty-mashing lineup is licking its chops as it's set to face the Los Angeles Dodgers' James Paxton, but our MLB betting picks think "Big Maple" will get plenty of run support.

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

Jun 29, 2024 • 12:05 PM ET

Tyler Glasnow's been on a serious strikeout heater, and our MLB picks don't see the Giants doing anything to slow down the Dodgers hurler.

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

Jun 28, 2024 • 11:00 AM ET

The Giants send staff ace Logan Webb to the hill on Friday night vs. Dodgers rookie Landon Knack, making the moneyline a tough call. However, our MLB betting picks are fairly certain that runs will be tough to come by.

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