NFL source

“For years, ever since sports betting on prediction markets started to gain traction, the NFL has been closely engaged in the relevant policy discussions. This is about protecting game integrity and consumers—just like legalized sports betting. There have already been billions of dollars in NFL wagers on prediction markets this season. Given this volume of trading and the uncertainty around it, it is critical for the Court to act as soon as possible. But it is unclear if the Commission has the resources or staff to adequately regulate sports betting.”

NFL source · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-08

An NFL source emphasized the league's long engagement on prediction market policy and questioned whether the CFTC has sufficient resources to regulate sports betting.

“If the CFTC were to adopt the same robust regulatory approach as states, this would be less of an issue...”

NFL source · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-08

An NFL source said the issue would be less significant if the CFTC adopted the same robust regulatory approach as states.

“This is not about the NFL opposing prediction markets...”

NFL source · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-08

An NFL source clarified that the league's position is not about opposing prediction markets outright.