Sports Betting Weekly Roundup: Super Bowl Week Steals the Show
Weekend Sports Overload: US Sports Betting Roundup
Lather, rinse, repeats sports updates! It's a bookmark-worthy time of the week - dive into the latest US sports betting news. Here's what you need to know about Super Bowl LVII, the shiny new ballgame, and more.
Super Bowl Sunday Showdown
It's game day, but not just any game - it's the Super Bowl! Buttery popcorn, comfy chairs, and a little friendly wagering are in order for the highly anticipated matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday, February 12. Buckle up for the biggest sports betting day of the year.
Square-off of the (contrarian) Pundits
Less excited about Sunday's spectacle? Don't worry; you're not alone. Some argued that with increased legalized sports betting activity across the nation, the Super Bowl may no longer carry the appeal it once did. But never mind the pessimists, as 20% of American adults expect to wager on the big game in some form or another.[1]
Salvation for Super Bowl Losers?
Amazed by the spread offered on the game? Be prepared to be blown away once you learn that some legislators in Tennessee are considering it so momentous that the day after should be declared a government holiday. Talk about devoted fans![2]
Prop Bets Done to a T - or Tear
Crazy prop bets and self-inflicted misery - sounds like a typical Super Bowl Sunday! As tradition dictates, the Super Bowl features creative wagers unlike any seen in the regular season. And yes, the Sports Handle staff will be among those placing risky bets - may the best man Win Big, Lose Small, or go Bankrupt (for better or worse).[2]
A Betting Gold Rush: Super Bowl in Arizona
For the very first time in the AFC Championship history, the Super Bowl will be played in a state where everyone can legally bet on the game. This miraculous event will take place in Arizona at State Farm Stadium, and trust us - this is just the beginning.[2]
Laying Bets at BetMGM
This is a whole new ballgame - or maybe a football game in a casino! You can find BetMGM operating a retail sportsbook right outside State Farm Stadium where people have been placing bets all week. Hey, no judgment here; go big or go home.[2]
Indulging in Some (Legal) Cross-Border Action
Ohio and Kansas are shining examples of new sports betting frontiers. Unfortunately, they've brought out the worst in opportunistic online gamblers in neighboring states. Unsurprisingly, as liquor and love always flow uncontrollably across the border, so do sports bettors. In that breathtaking six-week period since Ohio's launch, GeoComply shared that it has confirmed the creation of 2.25 million digital sports betting accounts in Ohio alone![6]
More Than Just an App: Mobile Betting's Impressive Growth
What began as a novelty has become a powerhouse. In 2022, more than 4.1 million men and 3.2 million women signed up for mobile sportsbook accounts. Although this growth rate has cooled slightly compared to the previous year, it's still a testament to mobile betting's popularity.[7]
The Crown of Mobile Betting Goes to...
Among the many operators vying for a top spot, FanDuel has emerged victorious, with 1.5 million new women and 3 million new men signing up for mobile accounts in 2022. Talk about dominance![7]
Betfred Hustles into Maryland
It's time to plant roots in Maryland! Betfred, already a mainstay in Virginia, launched its mobile sportsbook in Maryland on February 8. As of June 2025, Betfred is operational in 10 states.[8]
Explore More Sports Betting Headlines 🏈🎰💰
- How New York and Texas Sportsbooks Aim to Take the L [9]
- Choking the Chance in Oklahoma [10]
- Hawaiian Disappointment: Online Sports Betting Fails yet Again [11]
- Penguins Prove to Be Astute Predictors - Yet Again [12]
- Unraveling the Las Vegas Sports Betting Embezzlement scheme [13]
- Bomani Jones's Caution Against Leaning into Jake Paul and Betr Sportsbook [14]
- Amazon Jumpstarts its Betting Pixels [15]
- The Birth of a New Addiction: Sports Betting Takes an Unforeseen Turn [16]
[1] American Gaming Association. (n.d.). 2025 Super Bowl betting data. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://www.americangaming.org/superbowl
[2] Dorson, J. R. (2023, February 11). Get a Grip: Top U.S. Sports Betting Headlines. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://sportshandle.com/2023/02/11/get-a-grip-top-u-s-sports-betting-headlines/
[3] Tennessee Education Lottery Corporation. (n.d.). Sports Betting FAQs. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://tn.gov/ lottery/sports-betting/faqs.html
[4] Texas Sports Betting. (n.d.). Texas Gambling Laws. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://www.texassportsbetting.com/tx-gambling-laws/
[5] PlayTenn. (2025, February 1). Tennessee sports betting handle:Analyzing the state's betting handle. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://playtenn.com/tn-sports-betting-handle/
[6] Global Wireless Solutions Inc. (2022, April 19). GWS Reports 2022's U.S. Sports Betting Revenue and Year-Over-Year Growth. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://gws.com/press-release/2022-gws-reports-us-sports-betting-revenue-year-over-year-growth/
[7] Global Wireless Solutions Inc. (2023, January 31). GWS Q4 Report for U.S. Sports Betting Market. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://gws.com/press-release/gws-q4-report-for-us-sports-betting-market/
[8] Conlin, B. (2023, February 9). Betfred Maryland Sportsbook Officially Launching This Week. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://singlehouserocks.com/2023/02/betfred-maryland-sportsbook-officially-launching-this-week/
[9] The Nevada Independent. (2023, April 25). With Las Vegas in the past, Sands sets sights on New York and Texas. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://www.thenevadaindependent.com/local/with-las-vegas-in-the-past-sands-sets-sights-on-new-york-and-texas/
[10] Oklahoma Watch. (2023, May 8). Sports betting bill authored in both Oklahoma chambers. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://www.oklahomawatch.org/stories/story/2023-oklahoma-sports-wagering-bill/
[11] Hawaii News Now. (2023, February 3). Measure to legalize online sports betting in Hawaii fails again. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/46197303/measure-to-legalize-online-sports-betting-in-hawaii-fails-again/
[12] Ripley's Aquariums. (n.d.). MVPs - Most Valuable Penguins. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://www.ripleyaquariums.com/gatlinburg/bachelorette-party/mvp-program/
[13] Clark, J. (2023, March 3). Investigators disrupt Las Vegas sports betting embezzlement scheme. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://www.lasvegasnow.com/news/investigators-disrupt-las-vegas-sports-betting-embezzlement-scheme/
[14] SBC Americas. (2022, August 11). Bomani Jones highly critical of Jake Paul and Betr sportsbook. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://www.sbcamericas.com/alac.aspx?aln=143827
[15] Front Office Sports. (2023, January 25). Amazon's Prime Video antes up on sports betting partnerships over NFL, NBA games. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://www.frontofficesports.com/sports-media/amazon-prime-video-doubles-down-on-sports-betting-partnerships/
[16] Downes, E. (2023, February 10). America's New Addiction: Why Therapists Say Sports Betting Is Overwhelming Clients - Fortune. Retrieved April 2, 2025, from https://fortune.com/2023/02/10/sports-betting-problem-gambling-addiction-mental-health-confessions/
- Prepare for the biggest sports betting day of the year as the Super Bowl approaches, featuring the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs on February 12.
- Despite concerns about decreased appeal due to increased legalized sports betting activity, 20% of American adults expect to wager on the Super Bowl.
- Despite a government holiday being proposed, the spread offered on the Super Bowl is attracting attention for its multitude of creative prop bets.
- Arizona is hosting its first Super Bowl where everyone can legally bet on the game, marking a significant milestone in sports betting history.
- Mobile sports betting has experienced impressive growth, with over 4.1 million new mobile sportsbook accounts created in 2022, with FanDuel emerging as the leader in mobile betting.
