Fans of the National Football League have a fresh betting incentive this week. FanDuel Sportsbook is rolling out a promotion that rewards new users with a total of $350 in bonus bets, provided they place a $5 wager on a game each day for seven consecutive days. The first required bet is tied to the Week 2 divisional clash between the Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears.
How the promotion works
To qualify, a new user must open a FanDuel account, deposit funds, and place a $5 wager on any NFL game on the first day. After the bet settles, FanDuel will credit a $50 bonus bet token to the account. The same process repeats for the next six days, resulting in a $50 token each day. By the end of the seven‑day period, the participant will have accumulated $350 in bonus bets that can be used on future wagers.
Vikings versus Bears preview
The opening bet of the promotion centers on the Vikings‑Bears game. Minnesota entered the season after missing the playoffs last year. The team added quarterback Kyler Murray in the offseason, but an injury sidelined him in Week 1 and he remains unavailable for this matchup. The Vikings will rely on veteran quarterback Carson Wentz, who guided the team to a win over the Green Bay Packers in Week 1. Wentz’s performance included three touchdown passes on 13‑for‑19 passing, aided by strong field position and a defense that limited Green Bay to three points in the second half.
Chicago, meanwhile, finished the previous season in the postseason and hopes to repeat that success. The Bears’ offense was prolific in Week 1, scoring 59 points against the Carolina Panthers. Quarterback Caleb Williams threw two touchdown passes for 269 yards, while running back De’Andre Swift contributed 124 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Playing at home against a divisional rival, the Bears will look to maintain that offensive efficiency.
Why the bonus bet matters for bettors
Bonus bets allow bettors to place wagers without risking their own money, as any winnings are paid out while the original stake is retained by the sportsbook. For new users, the $350 package provides ample opportunity to explore different betting markets—point spreads, over/under totals, player props, and more—without immediate financial exposure.
FanDuel’s promotion is part of a broader trend among online sportsbooks to attract first‑time bettors with generous welcome offers. While other operators also run similar campaigns, the $350 total bonus is among the more substantial packages currently available.
Things to keep in mind
- Only new users who have not previously placed a bet with FanDuel are eligible.
- The $5 wager must be placed on a qualifying game each day for seven consecutive days; missing a day resets the promotion.
- Bonus bet tokens are credited after the original wager settles, regardless of win or loss.
- Tokens must be used within the timeframe specified by FanDuel’s terms and conditions.
Overall, the promotion offers a low‑risk way for newcomers to engage with NFL betting while the league’s Week 2 action unfolds. Whether you’re rooting for the Vikings to rebound with Carson Wentz at the helm or backing the Bears’ high‑octane offense, the $350 bonus bet package gives you extra flexibility to test strategies and enjoy the excitement of the game.
Original reporting: Fox News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
