Well today I got a bag of optimal bluegill and it was an amazing difference. They all loved it. Even the trout went wild for it. Even tiny bluegill couldn't resist trying to get it. It is just more attractive and they keep it down.
I have the same experience. Even giant 1 inch hand thrown Optimal pellets will get pecked at by the YOY CNBG in the weeds, especially as it softens. All gone by next day.