Get Your Picks In … Clock Is Ticking On 2022 NFL Draft Betting In NV

Written By Marc Meltzer on April 25, 2022Last Updated on April 26, 2022
NV NF Draft sports betting deadline

Betting on the NFL Draft in Nevada concludes 24 hours prior to the start of the event.

This implies that all bets on the NFL Draft should be placed by Wednesday. Sportsbooks, in a technical sense, will cease to accept wagers on the NFL Draft by 5 p.m. on Wednesday.

Wagering on the NFL Draft is a fairly recent development. It was not until 2017 that Nevada sportsbooks started to offer NFL Draft betting. From the very beginning, there has been a 24-hour deadline for placing bets on the NFL Draft.

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NFL Draft betting in Nevada is unique

NFL Draft betting, similar to all sports gambling, varies nationwide. While certain states permit sportsbooks to provide a wider range of bets, others do not allow NFL Draft betting at all.

Besides stopping NFL Draft betting before the event, those interested in wagering on the event in Las Vegas may face another potential issue.

The Nevada Gaming Control permits sportsbooks to provide only a limited selection of NFL Draft bets. Compared to some states, the NFL Draft betting options in Nevada start off smaller and may further decrease depending on the sportsbook operator.

Every sportsbook operates on a unique business model. For some, the NFL Draft is not as lucrative, leading them to provide limited betting options.

Each operator of Nevada sportsbook has a unique NFL Draft menu.

Some sportsbooks may not offer any betting on the NFL Draft. However, visitors can take comfort in the fact that sportsbooks closest to the NFL Draft locations, such as Caesars/William Hill and BetMGM, do provide the option for draft betting.

The confusion increases when nationwide sports betting apps like BetMGM display different NFL Draft menus in Nevada compared to other states. The odds might also vary since Nevada technically falls outside the network of other states.

The betting odds frequently fluctify depending on the sum of money wagered. Given that Nevada operates independently from other states, the BetMGM odds may vary between New Jersey and Nevada.

Reminder to sign up for sportsbooks apps inside a casino

As we discuss nationwide sports betting apps, it’s worth noting that any new sports betting account in Nevada needs to be established in person at a retail sportsbook within a casino.

The registration process is quite straightforward and typically only requires a few minutes. All new users need to do is present a government-issued ID at the sportsbook, and the rest is easy.

To place bets at most Las Vegas sportsbooks, you’ll also need a casino rewards card. For first-time visitors to Las Vegas, this might add a few extra minutes to the process as they’ll have to sign up for a card.

This week, setting up a new sports betting account may take longer due to an influx of NFL fans in Las Vegas who are establishing mobile sports betting accounts for the first time.

Some visitors may find it more sensible to place their NFL Draft bets at home. Those planning to arrive on Thursday and wishing to gamble should already possess betting slips from other locations.

Due to the varying NFL Draft betting menus across different sportsbooks, finding a convenient location in Nevada to place the preferred type of bet may not be possible.

To repeat, Nevada will not permit any NFL Draft bets starting from April 27, the day the Draft commences. Furthermore, NFL Draft betting in Nevada will also be prohibited on April 28 and 29.

Nevada NFL Draft props

BetMGM exemplifies the changing menus for NFL Draft betting. A few weeks ago, there were limited betting options. However, this week, the betting menu has broadened for a couple of days.

This is an overview of the current betting options and favorites available at this Las Vegas sportsbook.

  • Travon Walker is the 1st Overall Draft Pick with -240 odds.
  • Malik Willis is the first quarterback selected: -155
  • Breece Hall is the first running back selected with a -250 odds.
  • Garrett Wilson is the first wide receiver selected with -200 odds.
  • First Cornerback Selected: Ahmad Gardner -500
  • Ikem Ekwonu is selected as the first offensive lineman at -200.

At BetMGM, there has been some fluctuation in the first pick of the NFL Draft. When betting on the NFL Draft began, Travon Walker’s odds were set at +3,000 at BetMGM across the country.

Walker is currently the favorite in Las Vegas with odds of -160 to be the first player chosen in the NFL Draft. Outside of Nevada, his odds are even better at -175. Furthermore, he presents the largest liability at BetMGM sportsbooks.

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Marc was raised in the harsh neighborhoods of South Bronx. His unique affiliation with both the Yankees and Jets often gives him a unique perspective. As a freelance writer and social media consultant, Marc specializes in writing about steak, alcohol, gambling, and Las Vegas – challenging topics, but someone has to cover them.

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