BetMGM Offers $1,500 First-Bet Protection for Week 8 College Football Slate
New users can claim a significant bonus for major matchups including Ole Miss-Texas and Utah-Houston.
BetMGM is providing new customers with a substantial incentive for Week 8 of the college football season, offering a $1,500 first-bet cover. This promotion applies to key games such as the highly anticipated Ole Miss vs. Texas matchup, the Utah vs. Houston contest, and any other game scheduled for Week 8. Should a new user's initial wager on these games result in a loss, BetMGM will refund the bet amount in bonus funds, up to $1,500.
The offer is accessible by using the promo code FOXNEWS during sign-up. To qualify, customers must first create a new account, providing necessary personal information. A minimum deposit of $10 is required, followed by placing a first real-money wager on an eligible sport. The bonus funds are credited to the account within 24 hours after the qualifying bet has settled.
Key Week 8 Matchups
This week's schedule features several compelling games with College Football Playoff implications. The clash between Ole Miss and Texas is particularly crucial for both teams' postseason aspirations. Additionally, the game between Utah and Houston is highlighted as one of the notable contests of the evening.
Another game drawing attention is the early slate matchup between LSU and Auburn. LSU, currently ranked 18th, holds a 5-2 record for the season under head coach Lane Kiffin, with a 2-2 record in SEC play. Their losses include a significant defeat to Ole Miss and an overtime loss to Kentucky. Last week, LSU secured a dominant 31-0 victory over Mississippi State.
Auburn enters the game with a 4-2 record and a 2-2 standing in SEC play. Their previous losses were against Florida and Tennessee. Last Saturday, Auburn achieved an impressive 27-24 road victory against Georgia.
LSU vs. Auburn Details
The LSU Tigers will face the Auburn Tigers on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET. The game will be held at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Alabama, and broadcast on ABC. Odds for the game show LSU as a 7.5-point favorite, with the total points over/under set at 51.5.