AGA Commends NFL Partnership with Caesars Entertainment

Highlights value of contractual relationships between leagues and casino industry

Just yesterday, the American Gaming Association (AGA) released the following statement after the National Football League (NFL) announced that Caesars Entertainment will be the first ever official casino sponsor of the NFL.

“The NFL’s official partnership with Caesars Entertainment is a perfect example of the value of contractual relationships between leagues and the casino gaming industry,” said Sara Slane, senior vice president of public affairs for the American Gaming Association. “The partnerships now in place between gaming companies and each of the four major American sports leagues enrich the fan experience and validate gaming’s role as a form of mainstream entertainment.”

About AGA: The American Gaming Association is the premier national trade group representing the $261 billion U.S. casino industry, which supports 1.8 million jobs nationwide. AGA members include commercial and tribal casino operators, gaming suppliers and other entities affiliated with the gaming industry. It is the mission of the AGA to achieve sound policies and regulations consistent with casino gaming’s modern appeal and vast economic contributions.