Chalkboard

New sports apps keep showing up as more states open the door, and most of them sit you down to play by yourself. Chalkboard goes the other way. It started as a group-chat app for sports fans and grew into a real-money pick'em game, so the talking and the action share the same screen.

That blend is the reason Chalkboard stands out. You make your picks, sweat the results in chat, and watch your friends' slips ride right next to yours. Here's our full Chalkboard review.

Chalkboard Review

New Users: $20 Free on Sign Up (No Deposit) + 100% Deposit Match up to $100

• Enter code FLEXFAM when you sign up.
• Get $20 in credit with no deposit needed.
• Your first deposit is matched 100%, up to $100.
• Make your More-or-Less picks and you're in the game.
• New customers only.
• Must be 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in MA) and located in an eligible state.

Chalkboard best features

There's a lot to like once you're in the app, but these are the features players come back for.

Group chat and boards

This is where Chalkboard earns its name. Your picks and scores drop straight into the group chat. You can see which lines your friends are on, and a live scoreboard banner tracks the games your group has money on. Boards run by well-known handicappers are open to join too, so you can ride along with a community instead of going it alone.

More-or-Less pick'em

The core game is simple. Pick between two and eight player projections, call each one More or Less, and set your entry. Hit them all and the multipliers stack up to 5,000x. After you join Chalkboard, you can build a slip in under a minute.

Shield Play

Shield Play is built-in insurance. On a three-to-five-leg slip you can miss one pick and still win at a lower multiplier; on six legs or more you can miss two. It trades some of your ceiling for a floor, which is handy when one player has an off night.

Free-to-play Social Sports Picks

Live somewhere paid contests aren't offered? Chalkboard's Social Sports Picks game runs on CB Cash, costs nothing to play, and needs no purchase to enter. Free CB Cash drops during promos, and there's an alternate way to enter at no cost as well, so you can play for real prizes without ever putting money down.

Refer-a-friend

Once you've made a deposit, your referral code shows up in the Promos tab. Share it from your board, and you pick up bonus credit each time a friend signs up and makes their first deposit. Your friend grabs a New User Pack on their end, so it pays off both ways.

Pros and cons of Chalkboard

The good outweighs the small stuff, but here's an honest look at both sides.

Pros

✅ Group chat and boards built right into the app

✅ More-or-Less picks anyone can learn in a minute

✅ Multipliers up to 5,000x on a single slip

✅ Shield Play gives you a safety net when a leg misses

✅ Free-to-play Social Sports Picks where paid DFS isn't available

Cons

❌ The app is mobile first, so there's no full desktop version

❌ Which game you get depends on your state

❌ The chat is most fun once a few friends are on it too

How Chalkboard pick'em works

If you've played other pick'em apps, you'll feel at home fast. Here are the pieces that matter.

More or Less: Each player gets a projected stat line. You decide whether they'll go over (More) or under (Less).

Build your slip: Stack two to eight picks, then choose your entry amount, starting as low as $1.

Max Cash: Every pick has to land. It carries the highest multiplier and the biggest payout when you nail it.

Shield Play: A safety net that lets you miss a leg and still cash at a reduced multiplier.

Multipliers: The tougher your picks, the higher they climb, all the way to 5,000x your entry.

Sports you can play on Chalkboard

Chalkboard keeps lines up across the sports fans care about most:

• NFL and college football
• NBA and college basketball
• MLB
• NHL
• Soccer
• Golf
• UFC and MMA
• Tennis
• WNBA
• NASCAR
• Esports

Where you can play Chalkboard

Paid pick'em contests (DFS and Showdowns) are live in: AK, CA, DC, GA, IL, IN, KY, MN, NC, ND, NE, NM, OK, OR, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, VT, WI, and WV.

In AR, DE, FL, KS, ME, MA, MO, NH, PA, VA, and WY, you can play the free-to-play Social Sports Picks game instead, with no purchase necessary and an alternate method of entry available. Availability changes as the rules in each state change, so it's worth checking the app for the latest.

How to sign up for Chalkboard

1. Download the Chalkboard app from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Tap Sign Up and enter your email, phone number, and a password.
3. Verify your details (date of birth, last four of your SSN, and address).
4. Confirm you're 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in MA) and in an eligible state.
5. Enter code FLEXFAM to claim $20 Free on Sign Up (No Deposit) plus a 100% Deposit Match up to $100.

FAQs

Is Chalkboard legit and safe to use?

Yes. Chalkboard verifies your identity and location before you can play paid contests, and it operates under each state's fantasy rules.

What's the most I can win on a slip?

Multipliers run up to 5,000x your entry, so a small slip can turn into a big payout.

Do I have to deposit to get the $20?

No. The $20 on sign up needs no deposit. The 100% match kicks in when you fund your account, up to $100. Just use code FLEXFAM at sign up.

What if my state doesn't offer paid contests?

You can still play Social Sports Picks for free, with no purchase necessary, and compete for real prizes.

How old do I need to be?

18 in most states, 19 in Nebraska, and 21 in Massachusetts.

Do I report my winnings on my taxes?

Yes. Winnings are reportable on your annual income tax filing.

Chalkboard is for players 18+ (19+ in NE, 21+ in MA). Please play responsibly. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available at 1-800-GAMBLER.