NFL Betting Odds South Africa

From the opening week through to the Super Bowl, NFL betting at Virgin Bet gives you plenty of ways to back your predictions throughout the season. With a wide range of markets, competitive NFL odds, and live betting features, you have everything you need to follow the NFL from South Africa.

Place a Bet on the NFL with Virgin Bet

Virgin Bet covers the NFL from the regular season through to the Super Bowl, with dozens of pre-match and live markets for each game.. And to enhance your sports betting experience, we offer Android and iOS mobile apps, generous promotions and Bonus Bets, and features like Price Boosts to boost your potential win.

Beyond our extensive NFL game-by-game markets, your account also gives you complete access to deeper American football betting options, including collegiate NCAAF games and outright markets on the NFL Draft.

How Online NFL Betting Works

Online NFL betting is just like wagering on other sports. Pick a game, choose a market, select your odds, add your stake, and confirm your bet. Here’s how to get started on the Virgin Bet website or NFL betting app.

Step 1: Secure Your Online Sportsbook Account

Log in or sign up if you're new. Complete the FICA verification as soon as possible to secure your account.

Step 2: Select Your NFL Betting Markets and Odds

Head to the NFL section and choose your preferred game. Browse the available markets, check the NFL odds next to each selection, and tap to add them to your bet slip.

Step 3: Confirm Your Selection on the Bet Slip

Enter your stake and review your selections before submitting your bet.

NFL Sportsbook Betting Markets and Decimal Odds

Virgin Bet displays its NFL odds in the decimal format by default. That means you only need to multiply your stake by the odds to calculate your potential return. For example, odds of 2.00 would return R20 from a successful R10 bet.

But if you're not comfortable with the decimal format, you can switch to fractional odds in the settings.

These are popular NFL betting markets at Virgin Bet.

Match Winner and Draw No Bet Markets

Match Winner lets you back a team to win, while Draw No Bet refunds your stake if the match ends in a draw.

Handicap and Point Advantage Markets

Handicap betting gives one team a virtual points advantage or deficit before the game A team on -3.5, for example, needs to win by four or more points for your bet to land.

Total Points Over/Under and Championship Outrights

Total Points online NFL betting markets let you bet on whether the two teams will score more or fewer combined points than the betting line. Championship outright markets let you back a team to win its conference or lift the Lombardi Trophy.

Understanding American Football Formats and Rules

You don't need to know every NFL rule to place a bet. Understanding the season format and a few basics is enough to follow the action.

The National Football League Regular Season and Playoffs

The NFL has 32 teams divided across the AFC and NFC. Each plays 17 regular-season games across an 18-week schedule before the playoffs begin.

The playoffs feature 14 teams, with seven from each conference. The AFC and NFC champions then meet in the Super Bowl.

The Super Bowl Championship Spectacle

The Super Bowl is the final game of the NFL season, with the AFC and NFC champions playing for the Vince Lombardi Trophy. It brings a range of online NFL betting markets, from the winner and handicap to total points and player props.

Key Rules and Differences from Rugby

Both the NFL and rugby involve tackling, running, and scoring, but they follow different rules. For example, the NFL allows forward passes, while rugby passes must travel backward or sideways.

The scoring is different, too. A touchdown is worth six points, a field goal three, and a safety two. In rugby, a try is worth five points with the conversion adding two points, while a penalty or drop goal is worth three.

NFL Betting FAQs

Is online NFL betting legal in South Africa?

Yes. Bet on the NFL legally in South Africa through a bookmaker licensed to offer sports betting. But players must be 18+

Where can I find secure NFL betting websites in South Africa?

You just found it. Virgin Bet is fully licensed and regulated by the Mpumalanga Economic Regulator, creating a safe and secure NFL betting environment for South Africans.

What is a Draw No Bet market in the NFL?

Draw No Bet lets you back a team to win and refunds your stake if the game ends in a draw. 

Are there mobile apps for placing a bet on NFL games?

Yes. Just download the Virgin Bet sports betting app. It lets you access all the features, games, and markets available on desktop.