A state-run football betting game could begin...

A state-run football betting game could begin in Massachusetts within 60 days of its legalization, but it probably won’t begin this year, according to a state lottery official.

The plan must be approved by the state legislature and signed by the governor. James E. Hosker, director of the Massachusetts Lottery Commission, said it is not impossible--but unlikely--that would happen soon enough to start the game during this NFL season. The season began last week.