ESPN BET Illinois Promo Code BNEWS Unleashes $250 Bonus in IL, All States for NCAA Football

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The college football slate is filled with must-watch games on Saturday, and Michigan vs. Maryland is one of them, featuring Heisman candidate J.J. McCarthy. You can use the ESPN BET Illinois promo code BNEWS to bet on the game and get $250 in bonus bets back after placing a bet for any amount.

The $250 bonus represents the most valuable Bet & Get promo, so it’s a must-have for any Illinois sports bettor.

Using the ESPN BET Illinois promo code, you’ll receive $250 in bonus bets spread out across five $50 bonus bets. You’ll get the first four $50 increments immediately after placing your first bet, with the last one coming within 48 hours.

The bonus bets with this offer have a measly 1x playthrough requirement, allowing you to get the value back on your wagers quickly. You only have seven days to use your bonus bets, but that’s ample time considering the wagering requirement in place.

How do I unlock my $250 bonus at ESPN BET IL?

Signing up for a brand new ESPN BET account in Illinois is easy. Once you register, you can use the ESPN BET Illinois promo code BNEWS to claim the bonus.

Let’s discuss how to get started using the steps below:

  • Use our links to direct you to the ESPN BET website.
  • Create a new account, providing all of the required personal information.
  • When prompted, enter the ESPN BET promo code BNEWS.
  • Agree to all terms and conditions of ESPN BET.
  • Make your first deposit.
  • Start wagering! Your first bet of any amount unlocks $250 in bonus bets when it settles.

ESPN BET Illinois promo code: Michigan vs. Maryland

As mentioned, one of the best ways to use your ESPN BET Illinois promo code BNEWS is to place your first wager or use bonus bets on Michigan vs. Maryland.

Let’s look at an example. Say you want to place your first bet for $15 on Michigan -19.5 (-115).

  • If Michigan covers the spread, you’ll unlock $250 in bonus bets and get $13.04 in profit.
  • If Maryland covers the spread, you’ll unlock the $250 bonus and receive no profit.

It’s that easy! No matter what happens with your first bet, you’ll get the bonus bet amount. Remember that your bonus bets are distributed incrementally, though. You’ll have to use them $50 at a time instead of all at once or for smaller amounts.

Either way, use the ESPN BET Illinois promo code BNEWS in IL or any of the other 16 states where ESPN BET is live.

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