SI.com · Jun 17, 2020
Gambling 101: What is Proposition Betting?
Simply stated, and as the name suggests, prop options ask bettors to decide on a “proposition” posted by a bookmaker. Also known as exotic or novelty side bets, prop wagering offers may ask, “which team will score first?” “Which player will score last?” Or, “how many touchdowns will player X score”?
Anything that can happen during a sporting event: from the opening coin toss, to the post-game Gatorade shower may be posted as a proposition betting option.
One Prop Offer Started a Sports Betting Phenomenon