With 38 states, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico now offering legal sports betting, more Americans than ever are projected to bet on the biggest wagering event of the year.
Legal American sportsbooks could take an estimated $1.39 billion in bets for Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, according to an annual report from the American Gaming Association (AGA).
"No single event unites sports fans like the Super Bowl, and that excitement extends to sports betting, with this year's record legal handle reflecting its widespread appeal," AGA president and CEO Bill Miller said in a statement.