Rubin says Fanatics could spend as much as $1bn on betting ads in 2027, nearly triple this year’s $350m.
The hit
Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin says sportsbook operators could spend $7bn on marketing in 2027, according to CNBC. Rubin said the figure covers the whole sports betting marketing space, which he called as competitive as it’s ever been.
Why it matters
The $7bn figure covers the whole sportsbook marketing space, according to Rubin, as prediction markets add to the competition. Fanatics itself could spend as much as $1bn on betting & gaming ads next year, nearly triple this year’s $350m, Rubin estimated.
The record
| Fanatics’ projected 2027 betting ad spend | up to $1bn (Michael Rubin) |
|---|---|
| Fanatics’ 2026 betting ad spend | $350m (Michael Rubin) |
| Combined 2026 revenue from Fanatics’ apparel & collectibles units | over $12.5bn (Michael Rubin) |
| Well-capitalised rivals Rubin names in the space | DraftKings, FanDuel & two top prediction market operators |
What happens next
Watch whether DraftKings, FanDuel & the top prediction market operators respond with their own spending increases. Rubin raised the possibility of consolidation among the five major players but said he’s ‘not sure’ what level it could reach.
Sources: Fanatics CEO Rubin Says Sports Betting Advertising Could Hit $7B in 2027
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