Dynamics of watching football have changed with sports betting
Sports betting is legal in 36 states and Washington, D.C. since the Supreme Court ruling in May of 2018. Connecticut, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, and Wisconsin have joined the party since start of the 2021 NFL season.
Sports betting is legal in 36 states and Washington, D.C. since the start of the 2021 NFL season. Americans have bet $50.4-billion on sports in the first seven months of 2022. AGA estimates a record 46.6-million American adults plan to bet on NFL games this year. Twenty-three million will place a bet online. Sports book operators have launched an electronic media advertising and promotional blitz to make everyone aware it’s possible to watch the game and bet.
The sports betting industry is still in its infancy. American Gaming Association is promoting responsible betting. 18 of the 22 states that are home to NFL franchises have legalized sports gambling. Rocks Lounge will be rocking this weekend with free music. Hard Rock Sportsbook launched its mobile app in Indiana. Sister Hazel will play at HardRock Café Stage on Friday at 9 p.m. (EDT). Blue Chip will host free live music on Saturday and Sunday. The event is called "Rush for the Money". The competition starts at 4 p., and ends at 11 p, with prizes worth $5,000.
