Sports betting isn’t yet legal in Texas and won’t be until at least 2025, but with legislative momentum gaining in the state, it may only be a matter of time until Texans are able to place wagers at the sportsbooks. DraftKings Sportsbook will be one of the top operators in the state following launch, especially as daily fantasy sports (DFS) players are already allowed to use the site for fantasy sports contests.
In this DraftKings Sportsbook review, we’ll dive into what features bettors can expect when the sportsbook arrives in the Lone Star State.
Is DraftKings legal in Texas?
DraftKings is partially legal in Texas, with residents permitted to participate in TX daily fantasy sports (DFS) competitions. However, sports betting is not legal in TX, so many of the site’s features are unavailable. Texas legislators were unable to advance a sports betting bill during the 2023 session, and because the legislature only meets every other year, sports betting is off the table in the state until at least 2025.
If sports betting becomes legal in Texas, DraftKings is likely to extend their promotional offer to first-time customers in the state. This promo allows users to bet a minimum of $5 and, if that bet wins, they would receive $300 in Bonus Bets.
The bonus comes in the form of 12 separate $25 bets and is credited within 72 hours of a successful bet. However, each $25 Bonus Bet can only be used once and they are non-transferable, meaning they cannot be withdrawn as cash.
These Bonus Bets expire after 7 days. It’s important to note that if you win a wager using a Bonus Bet, you will only receive the profits, not the stake. Users must be 21 or over for participation.
DraftKings will establish the welcome bonus for Texas players in the weeks leading up to the launch of sports betting in the state. As the launch nears, check in with BettingTX.com to find the best available offers with a simplified explanation of the terms and conditions. The soonest Texas would launch sports betting is in 2026.
DraftKings will have an abundance of bonuses in Texas once the state goes live. Here are some of the most common offerings you’ll be able to find.
With any DraftKings promo, the expiration date is the most important thing to check in the terms and conditions. Here are the common terms and conditions you'll see for the DraftKings bonus in other states at the moment:
Based on the terms of DraftKings' promo, once a player's bet wins, it will take a maximum of 72 hours for the $300 in Bonus Bets to be credited to their account.
If it takes longer than this for the bonus to appear, players should reach out to DraftKings' customer support for assistance. These terms are expected to also apply in Texas once sports betting is legalized in the state.
The DraftKings Texas promo, when introduced, is expected to not require a promo code. Should there be any changes to this information, we will promptly update this page to keep you informed.
The sign-up process at DraftKings Sportsbook in Texas
The sign-up process at DraftKings Sportsbook in Texas should be straightforward; most users will be able to make their deposit and start placing bets in about 10 minutes. Once sports betting is legal in the state, you’ll be able to claim the welcome bonus and make the most of your sign-up. Here are the steps you’ll need to complete:
After creating your account, you can choose your preferred deposit method (more on that below) and place your first bet.
DraftKings TX mobile betting app
While some gambling operators release a different app for each state following licensure, DraftKings has one mobile betting app for all its sportsbook bettors. The app also covers casino play in states where online casino gaming is legal (Texas hasn’t legalized that yet, but it merits inclusion in the app discussion).
DraftKings’ betting app is one of the highest-rated platforms in the space, carrying a 4.6/5 star rating in the Google Play Store and an impressive 4.8/5 rating in the Apple App Store. Ratings for sports betting apps tend to skew toward the negative as players are inherently more likely to write a negative review following a bad loss than they are to write a positive review after a win, so DK’s high marks certainly speak to the app’s quality.
Reviews raved about the app’s customizability and ease of play. The dark mode display option is quite popular (and a personal favorite of this author). Quick payout times, an intuitive user interface, and the frequency of Texas betting bonuses and promotions were all heralded among the ratings as well.
How to download the DraftKings app on iOS
After the app is installed, you’ll be able to create a new DraftKings account or sign in with your existing credentials.
How to download the DraftKings app on Android
After that, you can access your DraftKings account or create a new one, then make a deposit and start placing bets.
Payment options you can use at DraftKings Sportsbook TX
DraftKings Sportsbook has an expansive list of payment options you can use to fund your account. While sports betting isn’t yet legal in TX, we can anticipate these options being available to Texas sports bettors.
Deposit
The most common sports to bet on at DraftKings Texas
DraftKings offers 15 sports on its site, each with varying leagues in the category. The soccer category alone carries 18 different levels of national and international competitions. We’ll highlight a few of the top options in a moment, but here is the full list of sports you’ll be able to bet on when DraftKings comes to Texas.
