In a surprising turn of events, a bettor in Florida struck gold with a staggering $500,000 Same Game Parlay bet on Hard Rock Bet, resulting in a jaw-dropping $5.5 million profit. The bet, which targeted the Houston Texans in four legs, paid off when the Texans pulled off an astonishing 30-27 upset victory against the Cincinnati Bengals.

The first leg of the parlay proved to be a shocker as the Texans, listed as +190 underdogs, defied the odds and upset the Bengals. However, it was Devin Singletary's impressive performance that sealed the deal. The running back rushed for over 51.5 yards and scored a crucial touchdown, while the total points exceeded 45.5.

The winning moment came when Texans kicker Matt Ammendola successfully converted a game-winning field goal, securing the unexpected victory for Houston. Singletary's exceptional six-yard touchdown run in the third quarter further solidified the success of the parlay, as he amassed a remarkable 150 rushing yards on 30 carries.

This remarkable win adds to the surge of massive bets flooding into Florida's sports betting market since the relaunch of online sports betting in early November. Just last week, another bettor from the Sunshine State faced a gut-wrenching loss of $1.5 million when betting on the Kent State Golden Flashes in a college football game against Bowling Green.

These monumental bets demonstrate the tremendous amount of money being wagered in Florida as a result of both legalized wagering and the presence of East Coast retirees seeking refuge from the harsh northern winters. With retirees flocking to the Sunshine State, it seems that Florida sports bettors are not only enjoying the warm weather but also putting their money on the line.

The magnitude of this $500,000 same-game parlay bet is uncommon, especially for a recently launched sportsbook. However, with the race for market share being a significant priority for sportsbooks, it is no surprise that they are willing to accept such bets, despite the vig (or hold) often reaching as high as 20 percent.

While this massive win may be a major blow to Florida's only sportsbook, sportsbooks typically operate with a significant edge, ensuring that they come out on top more often than not. It remains unclear whether the same bettor was behind both the $500,000 parlay win and the $1.5 million loss on the Golden Flashes, but one thing is certain - Florida's sports betting scene is brimming with hefty wagers and high stakes.

As the migrating whales make their way to Florida, it seems that they are not the only ones making waves in the Sunshine State.