BetRivers puts Illinois players first this football season
10 September 2026(PRESS RELEASE) -- As football season kicks off, Illinois sports bettors will find more value with no per-bet fees when wagering from anywhere in the state with BetRivers Online Sportsbook or in person at the BetRivers Sportsbook at Rivers Casino Des Plaines.
With per-bet surcharges becoming increasingly common throughout Illinois, BetRivers, operated by Rush Street Interactive, Inc. (NYSE: RSI), is taking a different approach — one built on transparency, value and flexibility. It's an approach BetRivers has carried across its markets: focus on the player, so the player can focus on the game. That means offering a simple, fast betting experience, quick access to funds, and customer service built to earn player trust.
“Putting players first has always been central to BetRivers,” said Richard Schwartz, Chief Executive Officer of Rush Street Interactive. “As sports bettors in Illinois see fees added elsewhere, we believe players deserve a better option. Whether they choose to bet online or enjoy the sportsbook experience at Rivers Casino Des Plaines, our priority is to give fans the best experience possible from kickoff to the final whistle.”
The Sportsbook Built for Football Season
This football season, BetRivers is giving players even more ways to get in on the action with Contenders Club, a season-long promotion that rewards players as they complete weekly challenges and climb the ranks. Each week throughout the regular season, players can complete up to five challenges ranging from Easy to Elite, earning points toward their Contenders Club status and unlocking rewards along the way. Players who reach the top Legend rank will receive a jersey and an entry for a chance to win a trip of a lifetime, adding even more excitement and value throughout the football season.
For fans who prefer to be in the room, the BetRivers Sportsbook at Rivers Casino Des Plaines features a 4,840-square-foot state-of-the-art sports bar with a 47-foot-wide ultra HD LED video wall, along with ten 86-inch and four 75-inch HD televisions, giving fans a panoramic view of the action all season long. The sportsbook also offers five betting windows and 30 kiosks across the casino floor, in addition to a full-service island bar that seats 32 with 26 bar-top video poker games, 29 leather lounge chairs and additional table seating.