Eric Uribe

Born and raised in Nevada, Eric was exposed to the world of sports betting at an early age. He yearned to be 21 just to hit the sportsbook, and when that day finally came, he became a regular at the smoke-filled room, sweating out bets with sketchy characters. Eric's passion for sports betting hasn't wavered since. However, he's developed a separate interest in business too. Eric combines both these deep passions for OSB where he not only drops expert betting advice, but also researched news about the state of industry. Things like new legalization bills, tax changes, state revenue, innovation, and so much more!

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Nevada. Master of Business Administration from the University of Central Florida.

Professional Achievements

Published over 300 sports articles in newspapers across the state of Nevada. Three-year business owner.

Latest from Eric Uribe

New Jersey Legal Sports Betting

2024/09/30

New Jersey spearheaded the fight to legalize sports betting, winning a Supreme Court case in 2018. The state offers a robust market with numerous retail and online sportsbooks. Bettors can wager on a wide variety of sports, with some restrictions on in-state college teams. The Division of Gaming Enforcement regulates the industry.

Rhode Island Sports Betting

2024/09/30

Rhode Island launched sports betting in 2018, initially at retail locations. In 2019, mobile betting became available through the state lottery's app. While options are limited compared to other states, Rhode Islanders can bet on major sports and collegiate events, excluding in-state college teams.

Sports Betting in Washington DC

2024/09/30

Washington DC legalized sports betting in 2018. The district offers a unique model with a lottery-run mobile app and retail locations. Private sportsbooks are also allowed in specific areas, including professional sports venues. Bettors can wager on most professional and collegiate sports.

Michigan Legal Sports Betting

2024/09/30

Michigan legalized sports betting in 2019, with operations beginning in 2020. The state offers a robust market with both retail and online sportsbooks. Bettors can wager on a wide range of professional and college sports. The Michigan Gaming Control Board oversees the industry, ensuring fair play and responsible gambling.

Maryland Sports Betting

2024/09/30

Maryland legalized sports betting in 2020, with online and retail options launching in 2022. The state offers a competitive market with multiple operators, including popular platforms like DraftKings and FanDuel. Bettors can wager on professional and college sports, with some restrictions on in-state college teams.

Maine Legal Sports Betting

2024/09/30

Maine approved sports betting in 2022, with a planned launch in 2023. The state will offer both retail and mobile betting options. The Maine Gambling Control Unit oversees the industry, with a focus on responsible gambling measures. Bettors can expect a mix of national and local sportsbook operators.

Best Sportsbooks in Vegas

2024/09/30

Las Vegas remains the mecca of betting in the United States — and this is despite its monopoly on gambling being long gone. While sports betting may be legal in the vast majority of states now, there’s still something special about laying down wagers in Sin City. The sportsbooks are bigger, the crowds are always […]

Sugar Bowl Odds

2024/09/30

The Sugar Bowl is among the select few bowl games that play a role in determining which teams make the National Championship game. That said, its role is cyclical and varies by the year. Four teams make the college football playoff each season. It is difficult to predict which schools will secure the top four […]

Rose Bowl Odds

2024/09/30

The Rose Bowl is among the handful of college football bowl games that helps decide who's playing in the National Championship. However, this isn't the case every year. Six bowl games make up the college football playoff field—they're known as the New Year's Six—and they change on a rotating basis. Two get the nod each […]

ReliaQuest Odds

2024/09/30

As we alluded to earlier, ReliaQuest Bowl contenders do not abide by a specific formula. Initially, the game is scheduled to host champions from the SEC and Big 10, but that's subject to change and usually does change because select squads from each conference end up making higher-tier bowl games. These superior opportunities are known as the New […]