NFL betting growth stalls as prediction markets expand across United States
Americans are projected to legally bet $29.5 billion on the 2026 NFL season through regulated commercial sportsbooks, according to a… Continue reading NFL betting growth stalls as prediction markets expand across United States The post NFL betting growth stalls as prediction markets expand across United States appeared first on ReadWrite .
Americans are set to legally wager $29.5 billion on the upcoming 2026 NFL season through state-regulated commercial sportsbooks, according to a projection from the American Gaming Association. This figure represents a minimal increase from the $29.4 billion wagered during the previous season, indicating a notable slowdown following years of rapid expansion.
The AGA highlights that prediction markets are increasingly competing with conventional sportsbooks, offering wagers across all 50 states, including those where traditional sports betting is still prohibited. The AGA estimates that $29.5 billion will be placed on the 2026 NFL season via commercial sportsbooks, suggesting no growth from the previous year as "prediction markets" for sports betting are surging without paying state gaming taxes.
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