Same game parlays combine multiple selections from a single event into one ticket, and operators explicitly price the correlation among those legs. This explainer focuses on how SGPs differ from traditional parlays, the markets you can usually include, how settlement commonly works, and practical strategy to manage the added volatility. The article is operator-aware: it emphasizes that help-center rules are authoritative and that eligibility, caps and settlement language vary. Read these sections to learn how to build SGPs, what to watch for when evaluating pricing, and how to size stakes to protect your bankroll.

A same game parlay bundles multiple selections from one event and is priced to reflect correlation between legs.

Operator help-center rules control eligibility, settlement, boosts and leg caps, and they are authoritative for ticket outcomes.

Compare SGP pricing against equivalent single bets and use conservative staking due to higher variance.

What is a same game parlay?

A same game parlay combines multiple eligible selections from a single sporting event into one parlay, with the operator calculating a correlated price for the combined legs rather than treating each leg as independent. This approach changes both how the ticket is priced and how operators enforce eligibility and settlement, so readers should expect variation between providers. FanDuel Same Game Parlay Rules

At its core, the same game parlay keeps the parlay concept familiar, but it bundles outcomes from the same game so correlation between legs is recognized in the price and in the house rules.

How does SGP pricing differ from traditional parlays?

SGP pricing internalizes correlation between legs so operators adjust combined odds rather than multiplying independent probabilities, which often raises the effective house edge compared with separate bets.

Because books price correlation and set eligibility limits, the same game parlay is best understood as a parlay product with different technical and operational rules from multi-game parlays. DraftKings help center article

Basic definition

The basic definition is straightforward: combine two or more eligible markets from the same event into one ticket and the operator issues a combined price that reflects any relationship between those markets. For another explanation of SGP mechanics see the OddsIndex guide.

How SGPs differ from multi-game parlays

Unlike multi-game parlays where legs are treated independently, an SGP internalizes correlation so that certain combinations are priced or restricted to manage risk and payout exposure.

How same game parlays differ from traditional parlays

Traditional parlays price each leg as if independent and then multiply odds together, while same game parlays account for the connection between legs when setting a combined price. This difference matters because correlated legs can dramatically change the true probability behind a ticket. DraftKings help center article

Independent-leg parlays versus correlated pricing

Think of a traditional parlay as multiplying separate probabilities, and an SGP as adjusting that multiplication to reflect overlap or dependence between outcomes. Operators apply that adjustment to limit exposure and to price the ticket more conservatively when legs are strongly related. Unabated analysis of correlation pricing

Common operator limits and rationale

To manage correlation risk, operators commonly impose leg-count caps, block mutually exclusive or duplicate selections, and restrict certain player-prop combinations; these limits are part of house rules and vary by operator. Action Network guide

Common SGP markets and eligibility rules

Most SGP modules allow markets such as spreads, totals, moneylines and player props, and they let users combine these within the same event in many typical cases. The exact list of eligible markets differs by operator and is usually listed in help-center documentation. Caesars Same Game Parlay

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Operators also disallow duplicates and mutually exclusive outcomes to prevent obvious correlation exploits, for example selecting both teams to cover the same spread or contradictory player outcomes in the same game. FanDuel Same Game Parlay Rules

Typical eligible markets: spreads, totals, player props

Common allowed combinations pair a team spread with a player prop or a total with a player scoring line; these are among the markets that most bet-builder interfaces list as eligible when building an SGP.

Ineligible or duplicate market rules

Ineligible cases usually include duplicate outcomes or selections that are mutually exclusive, and operators state these restrictions explicitly in their SGP rules to control correlated liability. Caesars Same Game Parlay

Leg-count caps and boosts

Many operators cap the number of legs allowed in an SGP and may exclude boosted or cash-out options from certain combinations; these policies affect whether a boosted SGP is available and how it settles. DraftKings help center article

How to build a same game parlay - typical workflow

The common workflow in bet-builder interfaces follows a simple sequence: pick the event, open the SGP or bet-builder module, add eligible markets, and watch the combined odds update before placing the wager. This flow is standard across major operator interfaces. FanDuel Same Game Parlay Rules

Step-by-step: pick event, open SGP/bet builder, add legs

Step 1, choose the game. Step 2, open the bet-builder or SGP tool. Step 3, select markets that appear as eligible. Step 4, confirm the combined odds and stake, then submit. Each interface shows eligibility notices or warnings when a selection is blocked.

Reading the dynamically updated combined odds

As you add legs, the builder recalculates combined pricing immediately so you can see how each addition changes the ticket price; that dynamic update reflects the operator's correlation pricing and internal margin. DraftKings help center article

Placing and reviewing your SGP before submission

Before confirming, check any in-ticket disclaimers about boosts, cash-out eligibility, and settlement rules; these notes are the authoritative guidance for how the ticket will be handled if a leg pushes or is voided. Caesars Same Game Parlay

Pricing, correlation and the effective house edge

Operators price SGPs by internalizing correlation between legs instead of treating them as independent events, which affects implied probabilities and the ticket's expected value for the bettor. That correlated pricing can widen the effective house edge compared with separate straight bets, especially when legs are closely linked. Unabated analysis of correlation pricing

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Practically, that means adding correlated player props or team outcomes can change the combined odds in ways that are not obvious unless you compare the SGP to the implied probabilities of equivalent single bets. Readers should interpret SGP prices as including both correlation adjustments and the operator margin. Action Network guide

When evaluating value, compare the SGP price to the combined implied probability of single bets and account for the extra volatility SGPs introduce; this helps identify tickets where correlation pricing is unusually conservative. BetMGM blog explanation

Settlement rules: pushes, voids and how books handle legs

Settlement behavior varies by operator, but a common approach is to recalculate the SGP price based on the remaining valid legs if one leg is voided or deemed a push; exact conditions are stated in each operator's settlement clauses. FanDuel Same Game Parlay Rules

What happens if a leg pushes or is voided

Frequent outcomes include re-pricing the ticket to the remaining legs, treating pushed legs as singles for payout, or in limited cases voiding the entire ticket; the definitive answer comes from the operator's help-center language. DraftKings help center article

Operator-specific settlement language to check

Scan for phrases that define void conditions, push handling, and whether administrative cancellations or stat corrections change settlement; those clauses directly determine how an SGP resolves after the event. Caesars Same Game Parlay

Practical examples of recalc, void and push outcomes

Example scenarios in help centers illustrate typical outcomes, such as reducing the parlay to the remaining legs when a sideline stat is later voided, but the help center remains the final authority on how the company will settle the ticket. FanDuel Same Game Parlay Rules

Strategy and bankroll management for same game parlays

Because same game parlays internalize correlation and often increase variance, many players use smaller unit sizes and stricter staking rules when including SGPs in their plan. This cautious sizing helps manage drawdowns from the higher volatility of combined correlated legs. Unabated analysis of correlation pricing

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When an SGP makes sense in a betting plan

An SGP can be attractive when you have strong, independent edges on multiple legs that remain favorable after the operator's correlation pricing, or when you want compact exposure to several related outcomes in a single ticket. See Funded Plays for more on approach and resources.

Bankroll rules to limit volatility

A practical approach is to limit SGP stakes to a smaller fraction of your standard unit and to cap the number of SGPs run in a week, both measures that reduce the chance of large variance-driven drawdowns. Action Network guide

Comparing SGPs with single-event singles

Before placing an SGP, compare the expected value of the combined ticket to placing equivalent single bets; in many cases the singles provide clearer value, while SGPs often introduce additional house edge and volatility. Unabated analysis of correlation pricing

Common mistakes and pitfalls with SGPs

One common error is overleveraging correlated props without recognizing that correlation pricing already adjusts the odds; this can quickly erode expected value. Action Network guide

Overleveraging correlated props

Because correlated legs can magnify both upside and downside, staking more than a conservative fraction of your bankroll on an SGP is a frequent reason bettors suffer larger losses than expected.

Ignoring leg eligibility and settlement clauses

Failing to read the fine print on eligible markets or how pushes and voids are handled can cause surprises at settlement, so always confirm those clauses before placing larger tickets. FanDuel Same Game Parlay Rules

Chasing boosts without checking restrictions

Boosted SGPs may look attractive, but boosts sometimes come with additional restrictions or exclusions that affect whether the boost applies at settlement; check terms before chasing a boosted price. DraftKings help center article

Decision criteria: when to use an SGP versus separate bets

Use a short checklist when deciding: assess your edge per leg, evaluate the operator's correlation pricing, confirm settlement clarity, and verify bankroll tolerance before choosing an SGP. Unabated analysis of correlation pricing

Checklist for choosing SGP or singles

If you have clear, additive edges on multiple legs and the SGP still looks favorable after pricing, an SGP can be efficient; otherwise prefer singles to manage variance and to preserve long-term expected value. For a view on evaluations see how Funded Plays evaluations work.

When correlation works for the bettor

Correlation works for the bettor when linked outcomes genuinely increase combined probability in a way the operator underprices, but such opportunities are rare and require careful comparison and timing.

When to avoid SGPs entirely

Avoid SGPs if you are unsure about a leg's settlement conditions, if the operator restricts boosts in a way that reduces value, or if your bankroll rules do not allow the added volatility.

Practical same game parlay examples and walkthroughs

Below are short, general examples that illustrate how an SGP is constructed and how combined odds move as legs are added; these are descriptive walkthroughs and do not state operator payouts. FanDuel Same Game Parlay Rules

Short illustrative examples across sports

Example 1, a basketball SGP might pair a team spread with a player points prop. Example 2, a soccer SGP could combine a match total with a player goal prop. In each case the builder shows which markets are eligible and updates the combined odds as you add legs. DraftKings help center article

How odds change as legs are added

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As each leg is added, the builder recalculates and displays the new combined price immediately, reflecting the operator's correlation adjustment and house margin so you can see the effect of correlated selections. Unabated analysis of correlation pricing

Interpreting a final SGP price

Interpret the final SGP price by comparing its implied probability to the sum or multiplication of single-leg implied probabilities; significant divergence indicates strong correlation adjustments or built-in margin. Action Network guide

Example: NFL player props SGP walkthrough

Consider a general walkthrough with NFL player props: select the game, pick eligible player lines for receiving yards and touchdowns, add them to the bet builder and watch the combined odds update. The builder will block any duplicate-player rules if present. Caesars Same Game Parlay

Selecting props and checking eligibility

When choosing props, look for eligibility notes in the builder about duplicate-player restrictions or leg caps that may prevent certain combinations from being placed together.

Monitoring combined odds

Monitor how each additional prop shifts the price and pause if the combined odds drop well below what equivalent single bets imply; this is a signal to re-evaluate the ticket. Unabated analysis of correlation pricing

Settlement scenarios for the example

If one prop pushes or is voided, many operators recalculate the final payout based on the remaining legs or treat the push according to specific settlement rules stated in the help center. FanDuel Same Game Parlay Rules

Limits, boosts, cash-out and operator-specific features

Boosts, cash-out and leg limits are operator-specific features that can materially change an SGP's value proposition; help-center pages are where operators publish these details and any temporary promotions. DraftKings help center article

Common boost and cash-out policies

Boosts may apply only to certain combinations, and cash-out may be disabled for some boosted or complex SGPs; these are technical limits that affect whether a boost provides real, usable value at settlement.

Where to find operator caps and limits

Operators list max-leg counts, market eligibility, and boost terms in their help centers; consult those pages before building larger SGPs to avoid surprises at settlement. Caesars Same Game Parlay

How boosts affect expected value in practice

A boost increases the headline payout but may be offset by restrictions and correlation pricing; always compare a boosted SGP's final implied probability to equivalent singles to judge whether the boost actually improves expected value. Action Network guide

How to read help-center rules and compare operator policies

When reading help-center rules, scan for eligibility sections, settlement clauses, void and push language, leg-cap statements, and boost terms; these clauses determine how an SGP will be processed after the event. FanDuel Same Game Parlay Rules

Key clauses to scan in operator rules

Look for explicit lists of eligible markets, definitions of pushes and voids, and any examples or FAQs that illustrate settlement in common scenarios.

Sample language that affects SGP settlement

Watch for phrases that describe whether a voided leg reduces the parlay to remaining legs or whether administrative corrections can change settlement; those words have direct financial implications for the ticket owner. DraftKings help center article

A quick comparison checklist

Copy these key items into a short comparison table for two operators: eligible markets, leg cap, push handling, void conditions, boost rules, cash-out availability. Use those fields to decide which operator's SGP rules match your risk tolerance.

Conclusion: key takeaways and next steps

Same game parlays let you combine multiple selections from one event with correlated pricing and operator-specific eligibility; they differ from traditional parlays because books adjust for correlation and enforce limits to control risk. DraftKings help center article Also see this Fox Sports primer on parlays.

Before placing an SGP, check the operator help center for eligible markets, leg caps, and settlement language, compare the SGP price with equivalent single bets, and size stakes conservatively to manage added volatility. Unabated analysis of correlation pricing

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Action steps: try small practice SGPs, keep a record of settlement outcomes, and use disciplined bankroll rules to evaluate long-term performance. Visit our blog for more.

How does a same game parlay settle if one leg is voided?

Settlement varies by operator, but common outcomes are recalculation based on remaining legs, treating pushes as single-leg results, or voiding depending on the house rules.

Can I combine player props and team lines in an SGP?

Yes, many SGP modules allow spreads, totals, moneylines and player props, but operators often restrict duplicate or mutually exclusive selections.

Are boosted SGPs always better value?

Not always; boosts can improve headline payouts but may include restrictions that reduce expected value, so compare against equivalent single bets.

Use the article as a practical reference, not a promise of advantage. Check the help-center rules where you play, compare SGP prices to singles, and practice with small stakes before committing larger amounts.