Owen Hanson, former sports bettor and entrepreneur behind the gambling platform Better Dog, disclosed in a recent interview that as his betting operation expanded internationally, he caught the attention of powerful Mexican cartel figures. After successfully growing Better Dog across North America, Hanson was approached with staggering offers—reportedly up to $1 million per day—to sell drugs and launder money through his network. Hanson explained how his business included exclusive gambling experiences, luxury trips to Costa Rica, and connections to NFL players, which attracted high-rolling clients from Mexico.

Despite the lucrative temptation, Hanson recounted his history of legal troubles, including a steroid possession arrest connected to NFL clients, and insisted he maintained integrity by refusing to fix games despite pressure. His story sheds light on the blurred lines between sports, gambling, and organized crime, underscoring the risks involved in scaling underground betting operations internationally.