As Super Bowl LIX draws near, it’s expected that Americans will place a massive $1.4 billion in legal wagers on the highly anticipated game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, as reported by Forbes. However, for many fans, the excitement of the Super Bowl extends far beyond just the game itself, with bettors flocking to place quirky and unusual bets that cover everything from halftime shows to celebrity appearances and even the color of the Gatorade shower.
A standout prop bet this year centers on Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance, with fans wagering on which celebrity guests might join Lamar and SZA on stage. Baby Keem, Lamar’s cousin and fellow rapper, is the favorite at -140 odds, followed by rapper Future at +184. Another bet involves whether Lamar will wear a hoodie during his first song. The “yes” bet is priced at -128, while “no” stands at -102.
Taylor Swift fans are also getting in on the action with bets tied to her relationship with Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce. A prop bet asks if Kelce will propose to Swift during or after the game. Another bet places +124 odds on Kelce having more receiving yards than Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown.
The Gatorade shower is another classic prop bet, and this year, yellow/green is the frontrunner, with BetMGM giving it odds of -165 and DraftKings offering even stronger odds at -295. Additionally, the iconic coin toss bet is available with sportsbooks like DraftKings, BetMGM, and FanDuel offering even odds on which team will win the toss.
For those looking for something more adventurous, FanDuel has cross-sport special bets, such as one where you can wager on Eagles running back Saquon Barkley having more rushing yards than the Milwaukee Bucks’ total team points against the Philadelphia 76ers that Sunday. The odds for this bet are set at +105.
Lastly, the “Scorigami” prop, which allows bettors to wager on a never-before-seen final score, offers long-shot odds of +2500, translating to about a 3% chance of happening.
This year’s Super Bowl is shaping up to be an exciting event not just for football fans but for anyone looking to place fun and unique wagers.