Written By Jack Pocorobba

Thursday Bets & Bankroll Update – August 28, 2025

Wednesday was a clean sweep — 3–0 across the board — and our August bankroll push is now in overdrive. The philosophy here is steady, disciplined wagering: small percentage plays stacked consistently across the calendar. We aim for passive growth rather than reckless swings, and August has rewarded the approach. With a bankroll now sitting at 157% of where we began the month, we’re locked into profit territory.

Tonight brings a perfect late-August slate: the return of college football under the Thursday lights paired with a full MLB card. We’ve zeroed in on three matchups, two from the gridiron and one more defensive-minded angle, all structured in our steady 3% play format. Let’s first recap yesterday’s sweep before diving into tonight’s action.

Rockies @ Astros Pick: Valdez to Record Win (3%) ✅ Win
Twins @ Blue Jays Pick: Blue Jays Moneyline (3%) ✅ Win
Braves @ Marlins Pick: Braves Moneyline (4%) ✅ Win
Tonight’s Picks – College Football & MLB Updated 7:00 AM ET
Nebraska @ Cincinnati Pick: Under 53.5 Wager: 3%
Wyoming @ Akron Pick: Akron +7 Wager: 3%
Boise State @ South Florida Pick: Boise State -5.5 Wager: 3%
Miami (OH) @ Wisconsin Pick: Miami (OH) +17.5 Wager: 4%
Red Sox @ Orioles Pick: Red Sox -1.5 Wager: 5%
Diamondbacks @ Brewers Pick: Brewers Moneyline Wager: 4%
Braves @ Phillies Pick: Over 9.5 Wager: 3%
Bankroll Update Current: 157% of August starting bankroll.
157%
Note: Bar caps at 100% for readability; badge reflects true bankroll level above 100%.
What’s the strategy? Percentage-based staking (2–6%) and selective volume. We avoid parlays and let disciplined edges stack over time.
How do we measure success? We track the bankroll as a percentage of the month’s starting point—clear, consistent, and compounding-friendly.
What’s on the board tonight? College Football openers plus MLB—three 3% plays to keep the momentum without overexposing the roll.

All plays are for tracking and entertainment purposes only. Wager responsibly.

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Jack Pocorobba