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Jacob has been writing ever since he was a wee lad, but he “officially” became a “professional writer” in 2013 after he received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida (Go Gators!) College of Journalism and Communications. At UF CJC Weimer Hall, he learned from some of the world’s top professors — including Pulitzer Prize winners and jurors — in journalism, public relations, marketing, and multimedia. Alongside his passion for writing, Jacob has in-depth knowledge and understanding of all sports and esports and would wager that few know more than him, especially when it comes to his two favorites: NFL and college football. And because sports and betting go together like peanut butter and jelly, he chose to bake (and make) some bread by joining the team at SportsBetting.Legal in 2018. Today, you’ll catch Jacob betting, watching, and writing regularly on sports happening all around the world in addition to covering the legislation that’s currently in the works across the United States. When he isn’t working or watching his favorite sports teams disappoint him by not winning it all every year, you’ll most likely find him immersed in any number of video games, such as Borderlands, Dark Souls, The Witcher, or pretty much any competitive multiplayer game not named Fortnite.

Showtime ‘Action’ Episode 1 Review: Series Premiere Shares Personal Sports Betting Stories as Legalization Sweeps Across the US

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Action Series On Showtime

The season premiere of Action, the first episode of Showtime’s four-part documentary series, shines a light on both the highs and lows of the current sports betting climate. By sharing the human-side of gambling on sports, the show details how the legalization of sports betting in the United States following a landmark Supreme Court decision … Read more

DOJ Drops Major Bomb on Domestic US Gaming Industry

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US Department of Justice Seal

Just as states were settling into their legislative sessions and introducing new gaming bills, the DOJ drops their biggest legal update. Every domestic and state-licensed online gambling provider’s worst fear has come true, the Department of Justice has released an Opinion on January 14th, 2019 which will implement significant restrictions on the industry. The DOJ’s … Read more

NFL-Caesars Partnership Does Not Include Sports Betting

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NFL logo on the flag pole

It’s a historic deal, but don’t bet on seeing the NFL shield at a Caesars sportsbook any time soon. On Thursday, Jan. 3, the National Football League announced the league’s first-ever casino partnership with Caesar Entertainment in a three-year deal worth $30 million per year, but the casino will not be allowed to use any … Read more

Washington D.C. Passes Sports Betting Bill

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Washington DC betting slip

The nation’s capital is now in on the sports betting action. On Tuesday, Dec. 18, the D.C. Council voted 11-2 to allow sports betting within the city limits of the nation’s capital, becoming the first U.S. jurisdiction without a casino to authorize a sportsbook. The bill allows patrons inside the city limits of Washington D.C. … Read more

New York Jets Casino Sponsorship Banner Raises Concerns

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888 Holdings & NY Jets

One NFL team is tip-toeing down the sideline when it comes to the league’s casino sponsorship rules. The New York Jets recently signed a sponsorship deal with 888 Holdings, an Israel-based gambling company that owns 888.com – an online sports betting website – and now it appears the franchise may have broken NFL rules. On … Read more

Sportsbooks Release Odds on 2019 World Series, MLB Free Agents

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Ball on the field

The Boston Red Sox won the 2018 World Series, and now, another Major League Baseball season is officially in the record books. And while Red Sox Nation likely won’t stop celebrating their team’s World Series victory over the Dodgers for many months to come, sportsbooks, like Bovada, have put out odds on the 2019 season. … Read more

DraftKings and Fan Duel: Sports Betting is Dead in Florida if Amendment 3 Passes

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Fanduel - Draftkings logos

Don’t bet on sports betting coming to Florida anytime soon if Amendment 3 passes. The two largest daily fantasy sports organizations, DraftKings and Fan Duel, sent out emails to Florida patrons, telling them why Florida Amendment 3 is misleading and that sports betting likely would never come to Florida as a result if it passes. … Read more

Golden Knights Score A Goal With A Sportsbook Partnership

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A visual display of the scoreboard

The Vegas Golden Knights just received an assist from William Hill and became the first Professional team in America to partner with a reputable sportsbook. On September 18th, 2018, the Vegas Knights and William Hill US (a Vegas-based sportsbook) announced a partnership deal that will extend over the next few seasons. The plan is for … Read more

FanDuel Launches Sportsbook App and Website In New Jersey

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Fanduel sportsbook in NJ

Rivals will always chase each other into new markets, trying to come out on top. After a 5-day limited customer access soft-launch for FanDuel’s Sportsbook app in New Jersey, FanDuel has gone live and public in New Jersey with their online sportsbook and mobile wagering app. FanDuel’s Sportsbook app and online portal utilize GeoComply technology … Read more

West Virginia Sports Betting Off To Successful Start

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A look at the WV Capital

There is a promise on the horizon for sports betting in West Virginia. The Mountaineer State achieved their goal of launching sports betting by the time college football season rolled around. Hollywood Casino at Charles Town’s new sportsbook saw a reported opening total wagering amount of roughly $340,000. Hollywood Casino at Charles Town is the … Read more