As of January 1, 2023, NFL betting will be legal in the state of Ohio. This change comes as a result of a bill that was passed in December of 2021, legalizing sports betting in the state. Here’s everything you need to know about NFL betting in Ohio.
How to Bet on the NFL in Ohio
In order to bet on the NFL in Ohio, you will need to be 21 years of age or older and physically present in the state. You will also need to create an account with a licensed sportsbook operating within the state. Once you have done so, you will be able to place bets on any NFL game that you please.
Types of Bets That Can Be Placed on the NFL
There are a variety of different types of bets that can be placed on the NFL. The most common type of bet is the point spread bet, which is when you bet on which team will win or lose by a certain number of points. For example, let’s say that the Cleveland Browns are playing the Cincinnati Bengals. The point spread might be something like this: Browns -3, Bengals +3. This means that if you bet on the Browns, they would need to win by more than three points for you to win your bet. Conversely, if you bet on the Bengals, they could lose by up to three points and you would still win your bet.
Other types of bets that can be placed on NFL games include moneyline bets (betting on which team will win outright), over/under bets (betting on whether the final score will be over or under a certain number), and prop bets (bets on individual players or events that occur during a game).
What Are the Odds?
The odds for an NFL game depend on a variety of factors, including which teams are playing, where the game is being played, and what time of year it is. The favorite is usually determined by who is expected to win the game and will have negative odds (e.g. -130 for the favorite means that for every $130 you bet, you would win $100 if the favorite wins), while the underdog has positive odds (e.g. +110 for the underdog means that for every $100 you bet, you would win $110 if the underdog wins).
NFL Betting
With NFL betting set to launch in Ohio later this year, there’s no better time to start learning about how it works. By understanding how to place bets and what types of bets can be placed on NFL games, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a successful sportsbettor. Good luck!