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Mobile Sports Betting Guide for Kentucky Bettors this NFL (or CFB) Season

David Esser

by David Esser in Sports Betting News

Updated Aug 1, 2023 · 1:29 PM PDT

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  • Kentucky sports betting is launching in late September, 2023
  • Learn the best ways to bet on NFL or college football in Kentucky this fall
  • Below is a list of tips and tricks plus recommended Kentucky betting apps

According to recent reports, Kentucky sports betting is gearing up to launch on September 28, 2023. This is obviously a massive deal for bettors all across the state, as they’ll be able to bet on the upcoming NFL and college football seasons.

The Kentucky Wildcats football program, in particular, will be of heavy interest for sports bettors in The Bluegrass State.

With the official launch just a couple weeks away, this page provides you with a mobile sports betting guide for Kentucky bettors. Get information on the best Kentucky betting apps to sign up with, potential launch offers, in-season promotions, and more.

Best Kentucky Betting Apps to Sign up With

The first question on everyone’s mind come launch day – which sportsbooks and betting apps can I sign up with?

According to the latest launch information, the four main books that are planning to launch in Kentucky in September are DraftKings, BetMGM, Caesars Sportsbook, and Bet365.

DraftKings Kentucky

One of the most well-known betting apps in the world, signing up with DraftKings Kentucky in a few weeks’ time is a no brainer. They do an excellent job offering up-to-date odds, exclusive promotions, and a plethora of additional bonuses.

It’s unclear what their launch offer will be at the moment, but something like a “Bet $5, Get $150” offer at sign-up would make sense.

FanDuel Kentucky

Already possessing a partnership with the Churchill Downs racetrack, FanDuel Kentucky could easily end up as the leading betting app in the Bluegrass State. FanDuel is known for their $1,000 “No Sweat First Bet” sign-on bonus, however they have also offered “Bet and Get” promotions in the past.

BetMGM Kentucky

Another iconic sports betting brand, BetMGM looks to continue their popularity with BetMGM Kentucky. Their current sign-up offer in other states is a $1,000 first bet bonus — I’d expect something similar in KY come 9/28.

Caesars Sportsbook Kentucky

Yet another powerhouse in the online sports betting world, Caesars Sportsbook Kentucky is expected to make a big splash come late September. Their expected launch day offer is $1,250 “on Caesars.”

Bet365 Kentucky

Last but not least, the upcoming launch of Bet365 Kentucky is particularly intriguing. Bet365 is a newer sportsbook that is only available in five states at the moment. Them making the move into Kentucky is a pretty big deal.

Their current launch offer is Bet $1, Get $200. However, they’ve also done Bet $1 Get $365 in the past for special events.

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How to Bet on Sports Online in Kentucky

Now that you have a strong list of Kentucky betting apps worth signing up with, actually betting on sports online is the easy part.

After completing the registration process with the sportsbook of your choosing, simply login to your account to see the available betting markets. You can sort it by sports and games if you have specific events you’re looking to wager on.

You can also create parlays by stacking together a string of eligible bets.

Top Promos and Boosts for Kentucky Bettors

Another big piece to the mobile sports betting puzzle is taking advantage of all-user promos, boosts, and bonuses. These are additional offers that you can claim as an active customer with the sportsbook.

For example, BetMGM offers a featured “Lion’s Boost” for select markets, DraftKings will typically offer a parlay boost. Caesars Sportsbooks runs a “Quick Picks” promotion. Bet365 often offers early payout options on select wagers.

Taking advantage of all these boosts and bonuses is a crucial part to successfully betting on sports online in Kentucky. Don’t leave those free odds on the table!

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