NFL Draft
The NFL Draft generates a surprising amount of handle at Indiana sportsbooks — first-overall pick markets, position-by-position futures, and team-specific selection markets all open weeks in advance. Indianapolis hosted the NFL Scouting Combine (an event with adjacent betting interest) every February at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Popular Markets
- First overall pick
- First quarterback drafted
- First non-QB drafted
- Number of trades in the first round
- Will [team] draft [position] in round 1?
- Player draft position over/unders
Promo Patterns
Sportsbooks run predictable promo cycles around this event. Watch for:
- Profit boosts on first-pick props
- Free bonus bets on Round 1 draft markets
- Team-specific draft promos (Colts especially)
Market timing
NFL Draft markets typically open in February after the Super Bowl. First-overall pick odds move sharply on team needs, trade rumors, and pre-draft visits. The market is at its sharpest in the final week before Round 1.
Colts-specific markets
Indiana sportsbooks frequently offer Colts-specific Draft markets — "Colts to draft a WR in Round 1," "Colts first pick position over/under," etc. Caesars runs the deepest Colts-themed Draft promos.
Best Sportsbooks for NFL Draft
FAQ
When can I bet on the NFL Draft?
Most draft markets open in February after the Super Bowl. Some major props (first overall pick) open even earlier.