Rob Pizzola Presses FanDuel VP On Bet Protect+

About this episode

Rob Pizzola interviews Jon Sadow about the Bet Protect+ feature from FanDuel and its implications for bettors.

In this episode of Circles Off, Rob Pizzola sits down with Jon Sadow, VP of Sportsbook Product at FanDuel, to break down the launch of Bet Protect+. This new feature, introduced during the NBA Playoffs, allows bettors to pay a small fee to insure their wagers against player injuries. But how does Bet Protect+ actually work, and what does it mean for bettors in practice? Rather than speculation, we go straight to the source. Jon Sadow, the driving force behind Bet Protect+, walks through the thinking behind the product, how it was built, and what problems it aims to solve for recreational bettors. Rob Pizzola asks the important questions from a bettor’s perspective, digging into pricing, value, and how this type of feature fits into the broader sports betting ecosystem. Whether you’re a casual bettor looking for added protection or a more experienced bettor trying to understand the math behind these features, this conversation provides valuable insight into one of the newest innovations in the space. This is a must-watch for anyone betting on the NBA Playoffs or interested in how sportsbooks continue to evolve their products. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more…

People in this episode

Host: Rob Pizzola

Guest: Jon Sadow

Topics covered

• sports betting
• Bet Protect+
• NBA Playoffs
• wager insurance
• sportsbook innovation

Keywords

• sports betting
• Bet Protect+
• wager insurance
• NBA Playoffs
• FanDuel
• Jon Sadow
• Rob Pizzola

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: FanDuel

Products: Bet Protect+

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