Why limit yourself to just putting action on the big game? There’s so much to offer during the Super Bowl and Bovada.lv has several prop bets listed on its website.
We’re taking a look at a few of the oddest entries, and giving our expert take.
Will Peyton Manning announce his retirement in the postage interview?
Yes: 5/1
No: 1/10
Who do you think will win the Super Bowl? If it’s the Broncos, then the “Yes” has serious merit. This is likely Manning’s last rodeo, as he already said during an on-field conversation with Bill Belichik, so if he wins, there’s a solid takeaway that he could announce his retirement at the game’s conclusion.
There’s really no reason to go with “No” since it will take too much money to actually make anything, so if you believe in the Broncos, this could be an opportunity to make some cash at 5/1.
We like the Broncos in this game and Peyton rides off in the sunset, thanking the team, fans and his family before officially retiring. — Yes, please!
Will Peyton Manning be seen crying at any point during the entire broadcast?
Yes: 6/1
No: 1/12
We feel like this is a Lockness Monster.
Even if Peyton wins or gets beat by 50, we don’t see him shedding a tear. According to the note listed on the website, bettors must clearly see a tear.
Our mind is so clear that we don’t care about the action. Stay away from this bet, but if you must, go with a big, fat no. — No way
If Steph Curry is shown on TV during the broadcast, what will he be wearing?
Personalized Carolina Steph Curry jersey: 1/1
No jersey: 2/1
Cam Newton jersey: 3/1
Any other Carolina jersey: 5/1
Does Steph Curry really look like one of those guys who wears a customized jersey? This is the best basketball player in the world, and you’re telling me that he’s like second-cousin Joey with his last name on the back of his jersey?
I have a hard time believing that.
To me, this comes down to either a Newton jersey or no jersey at all.
And according to our hard-working research department that can’t get a college football game right, but can look up Curry’s wardrobe, the best player in the NBA was sporting a number 1 jersey on Thanksgiving this year.
That’s the jersey number for Newton. That jersey carries some luck for the Curry family, so expect to see him sporting good old number 1 on Sunday. — All about Cam
Will Mike Carey be wrong about a challenge?
Yes: 11/10
No: 2/3
No, and here’s why.
It’s too bad we don’t do this much research during the season, but our department was back at it on Carey, and thanks to USA Today, they showed us that while we all think Carey is awful, he’s not really that bad.
He gets 90 percent correct on reviews, which is a number far too high for us to go against. The smart play is on “no,” even if it delivers worse action. — No
Will there be an earthquake during the game?
Yes: 10/1
Tempting…but no. — Stay away
How many times will the Golden Gate Bridge be shown during the broadcast?
Over 0.5: 1/3
Under 0.5: 2/1
We know the action is greater on the zero, but seriously, television executives will not be able to resist going into the commercial break without at least showing the Golden Gate Bridge once.
This isn’t even worth thinking about. If the number was at 1.5, then it might be worth taking the better action. But this is a no-brainer. — Over
How many times will John Fox be said during the broadcast?
Over 1: 5/7
Under 1: Even
Thank you Las Vegas for these prop bets. This is such an intriguing bet.
On one hand, that narrative has played itself out on a weekly basis. On the other hand, though, this is a new audience, which gives those announcers ample time to mention all sorts of things that have been mentioned throughout the year.
Think about if Denver’s defense is dominating.
Jim Nantz: That defense didn’t get that attitude just this year. They molded that intensity through years of tutelage from John Fox.
Phil Simms: You’re right, Jim. Fox’s handprints are all over this team. He’s watching this broadcast, proud of the team that’s on the field today.
And boom, two mentions. — Over
Will the announcers mention that Kubiak was Elway’s backup during the broadcast?
Yes: 6/5
No: 5/8
Nantz: And there’s John Elway, watching the game intently from his booth. It doesn’t seem like that long ago that he was gracing the field as a quarterback in the Super Bowl.
Simms: That’s right, Jim. And who would have thought that his former backup would be leading his Broncos as the head coach?
Fake Phil Simms sure agrees with Jim Nantz a lot. Either way, take the better action. — Yes, sir!
Who will the Super Bowl MVP mention first?
God: 2/1
Team: 2/1
City/fans: 6/1
Coach: 15/2
Family: 15/1
Does not mention anyone above: 9/4
We’d love to put down family, but rarely is that ever the first thing anyone says. This is a tough one, because it all depends on who wins the trophy.
But the safest pick is team.
“This team has been through a lot this season and it means the world to me to share this moment with my teammates,” obligatory remark from future MVP winner.
Even if they want to thank themselves, they’ll cop out and go with team. — Take the team
Which son will Coldplay play first during the halftime show?
Adventure of a Lifetime: 2/1
Fix You: 7/2
A Sky Full of Stars: 9/2
Viva la Vida: 5/1
Clocks: 15/2
Speed of Sound: 9/1
Head Full of Dreams: 10/1
Paradise: 10/1
Coldplay’s not starting out with a signature, older tune. They’ll get the crowd going with a new song.
We hate going with the chalk, but “Adventure of a Lifetime” seems like the easiest choice. This could result in a little risk, so if we were playing with reckless abandon, we’d go with “Paradise.” Ah hell, let’s just go crazy. — “Paradise”
How many wings will Buffalo Wild Wings sell on Super Bowl Sunday?
Over/under: 12 million
According to our esteemed research department, 1.25 billion chicken wings are consumed on Super Bowl Sunday.
We can’t vouch for that number as being highly accurate, but if that’s true, it gives a solid case for Buffalo Wild Wings. With 1,111 locations in the United States, we have to believe the restaurant chain can deliver on more than 12 million wings.
We did a little research again, and Buffalo Wild Wings has continued to meet the demand of wing-eaters on Super Bowl Sunday. In 2012, the restaurant served more than 7.7 million wings. That number shot to 9.1 million in 2014 and last year, the restaurant sold 11 million wings.
The upward trend will continue, making the over sound even more delicious. — Take the over
I like the over on the wings. They opened a few more stores this year too…