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ODDSMAKERS FACTOR IN MIXED HOME FIELD RESULTS AHEAD OF NFL’S WEEK 2, ACCORDING TO THELINES.COM

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With the NFL’s unusual opening week now in the books, oddsmakers have significantly more data to set their Week 2 lines. Along with the usual Week 1 uncertainty, the NFL’s first week brought unique questions that apply only to the 2020 season, according to TheLines, which tracks odds in U.S. regulated sports betting markets.

Among the most prominent unknowns was how playing in stadiums with few or no fans would affect the home field advantage. Well, Sunday’s games brought mixed results. Home teams went 7-6 straight up on Sunday, and the underdog Arizona Cardinals and Green Bay Packers came away with impressive road wins over the San Francisco 49ers and Minnesota Vikings, respectively.

“The first week always brings surprises, but before Sunday there was no real precedent for how playing in near-empty stadiums would affect game results,” said Brett Collson, lead analyst for TheLines.com. “As we enter Week 2 of the NFL season, oddsmakers are now able to better factor the altered dynamics brought on by the pandemic and we will start seeing that baked into this week’s lines.”

A consensus of that nation’s largest legal online sportsbooks — including FanDuel, DraftKings, PointsBet, SugarHouse, and BetMGM — have the Tennessee Titans as a consensus 10.5-point favorite over the Jacksonville Jaguars, the largest spread of the Week 2.

After their impressive opening game win, the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs open Week 2 a consensus 8.5-point road favorite over the Los Angeles Chargers. Speaking of a lack of home-field advantage data, the Las Vegas Raiders open Week 2 as 4.5-point home underdogs in their Monday Night game against the New Orleans Saints, which will mark the first ever game played in the Raiders new home in the Nevada desert.

The consensus point spreads, as of Sept. 14, for the Week 2 slate:

  • Cincinnati Bengals at Cleveland Browns (-7.5); over/under 45.5
  • Atlanta Falcons at Dallas Cowboys (-6.5); over/under 50.5
  • Buffalo Bills (-5.5) at Miami Dolphins; over/under 42
  • Carolina Panthers at Tampa Bay Buccaneers (-7.5); over/under 48
  • Denver Broncos at Pittsburgh Steelers (-6); over/under 43
  • Detroit Lions at Green Bay Packers (-5.5); over/under 47.5
  • Jacksonville Jaguars at Tennessee Titans (-10.5); over/under 43
  • Los Angeles Rams at Philadelphia Eagles (-3); over/under 48.5
  • Minnesota Vikings at Indianapolis Colts (-3); over/under 47.5
  • New York Giants at Chicago Bears (-5.5); over/under 43
  • San Francisco 49ers (-7) at New York Jets; over/under 43.5
  • Washington Football Team at Arizona Cardinals (-6.5); over/under 46
  • Baltimore Ravens (-6.5) at Houston Texans; over/under 52.5
  • Kansas City Chiefs (-8.5) at Los Angeles Chargers; over/under 50.5
  • New England Patriots at Seattle Seahawks (-4); over/under 44
  • New Orleans Saints at Las Vegas Raiders (-4.5) Saints -4.5; over/under 50

To access the updated futures lines for every NFL team, and for more analysis, visit TheLines.com/odds/super-bowl. To access Week 2 odds, visit www.thelines.com/nfl-week-2-lines-2020.

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Hard Rock Bet Brings World-Class Sports Betting and Online Casino to Ontario

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Hard Rock Digital announced the official launch of Hard Rock Bet in Ontario, Canada, marking the company’s first international market expansion and bringing its award-winning mobile sportsbook and online casino platform to players across the province.

Hard Rock Bet enters Ontario with a differentiated offering that combines a premium online sportsbook experience with one of the largest online casino selections in the market, featuring more than 3000 games, including top slots, table games, and live dealer content from leading providers. The platform delivers an intuitive player experience, fast deposits and withdrawals, and parlay wagering across fan-favorite sports from around the world. Ontario players will have access to exclusive Legendary Reward Drops at launch, as well as online Unity Points, which can be redeemed in the Hard Rock Bet Reward Store.

The Ontario launch reflects Hard Rock Digital’s commitment to building a truly local presence in Canada. Hard Rock Bet draws on the legacy of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa, which has established itself as a trusted destination in the province. The company has an Ontario-based marketing team and a 24/7 local customer support operation to provide players with around-the-clock service.

“Expanding into Ontario with Hard Rock Bet marks the first time we’ve brought our platform to an audience outside the US. We’re excited to introduce Ontario players to a premium entertainment experience that reflects the energy and service synonymous with the Hard Rock brand. And by investing in local talent, local partnerships, and localized customer support, we’re creating an experience designed specifically for Ontario players,” said Marlon Goldstein, Executive Managing Director & CEO of Hard Rock Digital.

“Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa has the reputation of bringing people together for amplified entertainment experiences, and we’re excited to see that spirit extend into the digital space. The launch of Hard Rock Bet is a natural next step for the Hard Rock brand in Ontario, and we look forward to building on that connection with guests and players over time,” said Christine Crump, President of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Ottawa.

The launch will also be supported by connections to Toronto’s iconic music scene, including a collaboration with Canadian artist Choclair that remastered a celebrated 20-year-old track, “Let’s Ride,” to celebrate Hard Rock Bet’s arrival in Ontario.

Hard Rock Bet is available for download via iOS and Android and can also be played on desktop via HardRockBet.ca.

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1X2 Network launches in Alberta iGaming market with seven operators

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Supplier says its slot content is live across most tier-one Alberta brands, extending its Canadian footprint to three provinces.

1X2 Network has gone live in Alberta, launching with seven operators in the province’s newly regulated iGaming market.

The supplier said the rollout covers the majority of Alberta’s tier-one brands. It added that its content has secured homepage placement across operator lobbies since the market opened, with Iron Dog Studio’s 3 Hot Chilli Peppers featuring on the homepages of most operators in the province.

The Alberta launch follows 1X2 Network’s existing presence in Ontario and Quebec. The company said Alberta will be treated as a core market for future game releases, with new titles included in its ongoing release schedule for the province.

Kevin Reid, Chief Executive Officer at 1X2 Network, said: “Going live in Alberta with seven operators is a fantastic start and a real milestone in our North American journey.

“North America is a primary focus for us this year, and Alberta is now a core market for everything we release. We’re excited to build on this momentum as we expand further across the region.”

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1X2 Network goes live in Alberta as North American expansion gathers pace

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1X2 Network has deepened its commitment to North America by going live in Alberta, launching with seven operators in the province’s newly regulated iGaming market. The rollout spans the majority of Alberta’s tier-one brands and reinforces the supplier’s decision to make the region a primary focus for the year ahead.

Since the market opened, 1X2 Network content has secured prominent homepage placement across operator lobbies, giving its studios immediate visibility with Albertan players from day one. Leading the way is Iron Dog Studio’s 3 Hot Chilli Peppers, the network’s flagship title, which currently features on the homepages of most operators in the province.

The launch builds on the momentum 1X2 Network has established in Ontario and Quebec, where its content has resonated strongly with local players. On the back of that success, the supplier has confirmed Alberta as a core market for all future game releases, ensuring new titles reach Albertan players as part of its ongoing release schedule.

Alberta represents the latest step in a wider North American growth strategy, with its Canadian presence now spanning three provinces.

Kevin Reid, Chief Executive Officer at 1X2 Network, said: “Going live in Alberta with seven operators is a fantastic start and a real milestone in our North American journey.

“North America is a primary focus for us this year, and Alberta is now a core market for everything we release. We’re excited to build on this momentum as we expand further across the region.”

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