Excitement is building in Ohio for the start of sports betting on Jan. 1, 2023. Here’s everything you need to know about how to bet on football in the Buckeye State.
Types of Football Bets in Ohio
There are many different types of football bets that can be made in Ohio. The most common type of bet is the point spread bet, which is when a bettor wagers on whether a team will win by more or less than the number of points set by the oddsmaker. Spread bets are usually made on NFL games, but they can also be made on college football games.
Moneyline Football Bets
Another popular type of football bet is the moneyline bet, which is when a bettor simply wagers on which team will win outright. Moneyline bets can be made on any type of football game, from NFL games to high school games.
Football Prop Bets
Proposition bets, or “prop bets,” are another popular type of football bet. Prop bets are usually creative bets that are not related to the final score of the game. For example, a prop bet might be whether a certain player will score a touchdown in the game, or whether there will be a safety scored. Prop bets are usually made on NFL games, but they can also be made on other types of football games.
How to Bet on Football in Ohio
The process for betting on football in Ohio is similar to the process for betting on other sports. Bettors will need to create an account with a licensed sportsbook in order to place their bets. There are many licensed sportsbooks in Ohio, and each one has its own sign-up process. Once a bettor has created an account with a sportsbook, they will need to deposit money into their account in order to place their bets. Deposits can be made with credit cards, debit cards, crypto currencies, or wire transfers.
After a bettor has deposited money into their account, they will be able to start placing their football bets! Bettors can usually place their bets online or via mobile app, although some sportsbooks may also offer telephone betting services.
When placing a bet, a bettor will simply need to choose what type of bet they want to make and then enter their chosen stake. For example, if a bettor wanted to make a $50 point spread bet on the Cleveland Browns to beat the Cincinnati Bengals by more than 7 points, they would simply need to select “Cleveland Browns -7” from the point spread betting options and then enter $50 as their stake.
Once all desired bets have been placed, the bettor simply needs to wait for the game(s) to finish and then collect their winnings (if any) from their sportsbook account! It’s that simple.
Betting Rules and Regulations in Ohio Sports betting in Ohio is regulated by the Ohio Casino Control Commission (OCCC). The OCCC is responsible for issuing licenses to sportsbooks operating in the state as well as enforcing all rules and regulations related to sports betting.
Football Betting in Ohio
Starting Jan. 1, 2023, residents of Ohio will be able to place bets on their favorite football teams both in-person and online. So, how does one get started with sports betting in Ohio? Here’s everything you need to know about types of bets, where to place them, and responsible gaming.