Official betting allows sports fans to bet on their favorite teams or individual players. While odds can be confusing, official betting helps make the betting process easier for fans. NFL teams, for example, have partnered with betting companies to incorporate gambling content into their broadcasts and stadium experiences. The league expects to generate $270 million from official betting this year. The NFL is also working with other sportsbooks to add official betting data to their content. This means that fans of different sports can enjoy the excitement of official betting.

The NBA and NFL have agreements that permit official betting, and the NBA will allow MGM books to use the league’s logos on oddsboards. While the agreement isn’t legally binding, it signals that other sports leagues might follow suit. And while William Hill U.S. CEO Brian Donahue said the NFL isn’t the only league considering such deals.

MLB has also partnered with sportsbooks. The league’s league-sponsored betting lounges and kiosks will be permitted in states where sports betting is legal. MLB is also working to expand its betting opportunities to the NFL’s official betting sites and on MLB’s official website. Those who enjoy betting on MLB games can expect to find plenty of odds on their favorite teams at the official MLB website.

If the NFL decides to go ahead with this plan, it will make legalized sports betting easier for consumers. The league hopes that this new legislation will bring transparency and protect consumers from fraud. But this legislation will require the backing of all 32 owners of NFL teams.