Columbus Sports Betting
Columbus is the heart of Ohio State football betting and home to the Blue Jackets, Crew SC, and Clippers. Hollywood Casino Columbus runs the city's primary retail sportsbook, and Eldorado Gaming Scioto Downs offers a Caesars-branded retail location on the south side. Buckeyes games drive the largest single-event handle in Ohio every fall Saturday.
Retail Sportsbooks in Columbus
ESPN BET at Hollywood Casino Columbus
200 Georgesville Rd, Columbus, OH 43228
Hollywood Casino Columbus hosts a full-service ESPN BET retail sportsbook on the gaming floor. Walk-up cash bets and kiosks available.
Caesars Sportsbook at Eldorado Gaming Scioto Downs
6000 S High St, Columbus, OH 43207
South Columbus racino with a dedicated Caesars retail sportsbook. Open daily including non-race days.
Teams Covered
- Ohio State Buckeyes (College Football, Basketball)
- Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL)
- Columbus Crew SC (MLS)
- Columbus Clippers (Triple-A)
Local Betting Edges
Columbus is the epicenter of Ohio State betting — every Buckeyes home Saturday at Ohio Stadium is the largest single-event handle of the week in Ohio. Important note: as of February 2026, Ohio bans college player props, so Buckeyes betting is limited to team totals, spreads, and futures. Blue Jackets home games at Nationwide Arena offer underdog moneyline value, especially in early-season Atlantic Division matchups.
FAQ
Where can I bet in person in Columbus?
Columbus has two main retail sportsbooks: ESPN BET at Hollywood Casino Columbus on the west side, and Caesars at Eldorado Scioto Downs on the south side. Ohio Lottery kiosks also accept smaller wagers.
Can I bet on Ohio State games?
Yes — but only team markets, spreads, totals, and futures. Ohio banned college player prop bets in February 2026, so individual player markets like Will Howard passing yards are not available.
What's the best sportsbook for Buckeyes futures?
DraftKings, FanDuel, and Caesars typically offer the deepest Ohio State futures markets. Watch for College Football Playoff and Big Ten title odds boosts during fall.