BetMGM Tuesday announced a Kickoff with the Stars live-dealer blackjack event online at BetMGM Casino September 5. Fans can engage with former New York Jets stars Wayne Chrebet and Tony Richardson at Evolution’s Atlantic City live dealer studio through BetMGM’s partnership with the Jets.
“By bringing together the star power of Jets legends Wayne Chrebet and Tony Richardson with the thrill of live-dealer blackjack, BetMGM is creating an exciting event to celebrate the start of the NFL season,” said BetMGM Vice President of Gaming Product & Content Oliver Bartlett in a statement. “This showcases our live-dealer offering and commitment to delivering new and entertaining experiences for our players.”
Players can join BetMGM’s Kickoff with the Stars by logging onto BetMGM Casino in New Jersey on September 5 between 7:30 and 10 p.m. BetMGM players will have access to a dedicated private table to play Infinite Blackjack, which has the capacity for hundreds to join instead of a seven-seat blackjack table.
Wayne Chrebet and Tony Richardson will engage with players in real time with stories and commentary.
“This exciting event showcases our innovative live-dealer blackjack and offers players the rare opportunity to interact in real-time with Wayne and Tony while playing. BetMGM continues to push the boundaries of live-dealer gaming, and we look forward to welcoming new sports enthusiasts to discover the excitement and unique interactions that live dealer games provide,” said Evolution North America CEO Jacob Claesson.
Wayne Chrebet turned a walk-on opportunity with the Jets in 1995 into an 11-year career that landed him in the New York Jets Ring of Honor. He had 580 receptions and 7,365 yards, placing him second and fifth all time in the Jets record books.
Tony Richardson played 17 seasons in the NFL. He’s widely considered one of the best fullbacks in NFL history. Richardson blocked for 1,000-yard rushers in nine consecutive NFL seasons, including Jets running back Thomas Jones in 2008 and 2009.
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