Super Bowl prop bets are wagers on specific events within the game that have nothing to do with who wins — and they're one of the most entertaining ways to bet on the biggest game of the year.
Whether you're a seasoned bettor or placing your first wager, props make the Super Bowl engaging from the opening coin flip to the final whistle.
What Is a Prop Bet?
A prop bet (short for proposition bet) is any wager on a specific occurrence within a game. Instead of betting on the final score or winner, you're betting on individual events like:
- How many passing yards a quarterback throws
- Which player scores the first touchdown
- Whether the halftime show runs over or under a set time
Super Bowl props are the most expansive in all of sports betting, with sportsbooks offering hundreds of options on game day.
Types of Super Bowl Prop Bets
Player props:
- QB passing yards Over/Under (e.g., Patrick Mahomes Over 285.5 yards)
- First touchdown scorer
- Total receiving yards for a specific wide receiver
- Rushing touchdowns by a running back
Game props:
- Will there be a safety? (Yes/No)
- Total points in the first quarter
- Will the game go to overtime?
- Longest field goal made
Novelty props:
- Coin flip result (Heads or Tails)
- Color of Gatorade poured on the winning coach
- Length of the national anthem (Over/Under in seconds)
- First song performed at halftime
Strategy for Super Bowl Props
Most novelty props (coin flip, Gatorade color) are pure chance — no edge possible. Treat these as entertainment, not serious bets.
Player props offer more opportunity for research-based edges:
- Check injury reports and practice participation
- Analyze the opposing defense's weaknesses
- Compare the prop line against statistical projections
Limits to Know
Sportsbooks often set lower max bet limits on props than game bets. You may be limited to $50–$500 on individual player props, especially popular ones.
Log all your Super Bowl props in Oddible alongside your game bets to see which bet types performed best for you on the biggest day of the year.
