BetMGM Extends Welcome Offer to New Customers Ahead of Falcons-Packers Clash
As the National Football League season progresses, new customers in the United States may take advantage of a welcome promotion from BetMGM, a licensed sports betting operator. The offer, activated with the bonus code COVERS, provides up to $1,500 in bonus bets for those placing a first wager on the Thursday night game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Green Bay Packers.
The promotion is available as of September 24, 2026, and applies to new registrants who complete a deposit and place a qualifying bet. While the majority of states offer the $1,500 First Bet promotion, players in Colorado, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia may instead receive a $150 bonus bet offer. Both options are designed to reward new customers for joining the platform and engaging with the sportsbook.
How the BetMGM Bonus Code COVERS Works
To activate the welcome offer, new customers must enter the code COVERS during registration and make an initial deposit of at least $10. For the $1,500 First Bet offer, a qualifying wager on the Falcons versus Packers game is required. Should the first bet lose, the entire stake is returned as bonus bets, up to $1,500. These bonus bets expire seven days after issuance.
The structure of the bonus depends on the size of the qualifying wager. For bets exceeding $50, BetMGM issues five bonus bets, each valued at 20 percent of the wager. For example, a losing $1,500 wager would yield five $300 bonus credits. For bets below $50, a single bonus bet is issued. In the five states offering the alternative promotion, players receive three $50 bonus bets when their initial $10 wager is successful.
Key Terms of the Offer
- Minimum deposit required: $10
- Bonus bets expire after seven days
- Code COVERS must be entered during registration
- Offer available until September 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET
- Bonus bets must be wagered before any payout is available
Expert Analysis on the Falcons-Packers Matchup
BetMGM has also published expert picks for the Thursday night game, offering guidance to customers considering a wager. Jon Metler backs Green Bay at -4.5, arguing the Packers are closer to a 6.5-point favorite and that the line drop from the opening number of -7 creates a buying opportunity. He notes that Atlanta quarterback Michael Penix Jr. faces a difficult road debut in his return from major knee surgery.
Dustin Saracini also selects the Packers at -4.5, citing Atlanta's league-worst passing offense, which averages just 129 yards per game, and the challenge of playing at Lambeau Field against a Green Bay defense ranked fifth in total defense. Joe Osborne recommends the under 44.5, pointing to Penix's reduced production in road games last season, Green Bay's limited output of 199 yards against the Jets in Week 2, and the strong run defenses on both sides during a short week.
How to Claim the BetMGM Welcome Offer
Claiming the welcome offer is a straightforward process. New customers must register with BetMGM, enter the code COVERS, make a qualifying deposit, and place their first wager on the Falcons versus Packers game. Further details on the promotion and comparisons with other sportsbook offers are available through BetMGM's bonus review.
Additional promotions include the MGM Rewards program, which allows customers to earn points redeemable for hotel stays, dining, and entertainment. Customers are advised to review all terms and conditions before participating in any betting promotion.