The new National Football League season is upon us and after months of waiting, the action is underway. Dallas Cowboys and Tampa Bay Buccaneers brought the curtain up as the sport continues its fightback from the devastating effects of the coronavirus outbreak. The teams are ready, the officials are ready and the TV stations have their cameras set up to broadcast the action across the globe? Are you ready to enjoy the show?

This campaign will be the most bet on in history, with a growing number of US states relaxing their laws on sportsbook gambling. The best sports betting apps are offering odds on every match played from week one to the Superbowl and you can also make your outright predictions. Which club will win the Superbowl, win their conference or their division?

There’s plenty to bet on and the markets are sure to be popular. You can get involved and add an extra bit of spice to your viewing by placing bets on games. Before doing so there are a few steps you must tick off, from checking the legality of online sports betting in your region to joining a licensed online sportsbook that has your best interests at heart.

In this article, we have summoned the help of a sports betting expert boasting many years of experience in the industry. They explain why this NFL season will be the most bet on in history and how you can get involved today.

Why the sudden rise in bets

The White House changed the laws regarding online betting a few years ago, lifting the blanket ban and putting the decision in the hands of each state. Governors then had the power to permit gambling within state lines, vote on it, let the people decide or refuse to entertain the idea. New Jersey was the first to act, lifting the long-running ban on betting to join Las Vegas and allow residents and visitors to bet on casinos and sports.

The COVID-19 outbreak and lockdowns forced other regions to shelf their votes but the likes of New York and California are expected to make decisions as soon as possible.

With many states allowing betting, it threw the door open for millions more to gamble on this football season and there was no need to visit a casino or land-based sportsbook.

Online betting means you can gamble from the comfort of your home using a desktop computer or when on the move with a smartphone device. You can place bets on the outright winner of the Superbowl, various champions and there are dozens of pre-match markets available on every fixture. In addition to the pre-game, there is in-game betting where many of the original markets remain live through the play with odds and handicap lines updated to reflect the score.

How you can bet

There has never been a better time to get involved and start gambling on the NFL with your desktop or app. First, you must check that gambling is legal in your region, and this shouldn’t take too long to do. A basic internet search should provide you with all the details.

Another handy way to tell, especially if you are changing location for work or vacation, is to enable geolocation settings on your device. If gambling is allowed in your area you will be granted access to your online betting account but if betting is permitted you will be banned from logging on and placing a bet on sports. This is all done automatically through your Android or iOS device and is the easiest way to check.

If betting is legal, you should then choose a bookie to join and create an account. It is crucial you do your research here and choose a betting app that is licensed, regulated and up to the standard you expect of a sportsbook. After making your choice, you can then create a betting account, and this is done by the following methods. These steps apply to all bookies.

  • Visit the homepage of your chosen bookie and click sign up
  • Fill in the registration form, providing all necessary information
  • Create a username and password that is memorable but secure
  • Make your first deposit and place a sportsbook bet
  • You’ll receive a welcome bonus