Fanatics Sportsbook to offer full-game injury protection in the NFL and NBA

Fanatics Sportsbook has expanded its injury protection program, FAIR PLAY. With the new "FAIR PLAY Max Pledge," protection on player bets now covers the entire game in the NFL and NBA, and no extra fee is charged. The protection works automatically on eligible bets. Users do not need to make a separate selection, use a promotional token or submit a request.

Under the rule, if the selected player is injured and does not return to play, the selection is voided. On a single bet, the stake is refunded to the customer. In parlays, the selection of the injured player is cancelled, while the other selections remain valid.

If the injury happens before halftime, the selection is cancelled immediately. If it happens after halftime, the amount is refunded as FanCash after the game ends. If a parlay has selections still in play, the FanCash is credited to the account once all selections are settled. FanCash is the company's rewards currency. It can be used for merchandise, collectibles, event tickets or bonus bets.

Ted Moss, Sportsbook President of Fanatics Betting and Gaming, said they were the first in the industry to launch injury protection and are now the first company to cover the entire game for free. The coverage includes regular season and playoff games in both leagues.

The company took a similar step after the New York Giants' 34-27 loss to the New Orleans Saints last Sunday (October 18). Running back Cam Skattebo got no playing time because of fumbling issues. Although there was no injury, Fanatics announced that it would compensate losing single bets placed on him with FanCash. Betting is for those aged 18 and over.