What would Super Bowl Sunday be without a friendly wager between friends? According to Vegas.com the Patriots are favored to win the game by 3. What a surprise.
But it doesn’t have to end there. You can bet on ANYTHING that has to do with the game. I think I read that there are over 700 Super Bowl bets you can place with Vegas. So why not make the game at your party a little more interesting? Invite your guests to arrive an hour or so before the game. If they are willing, start ironing out the terms and conditions of the games. Of course, the payoff should match the degree of difficulty of the bet. Here are some ideas:
- Who will win the coin toss
- What will the first offensive play of the game be – run, pass, touchdown
- How many times will Osi Umenyiora put Brady on his back
- What will the score be at the end of the first quarter, half, etc.
- If Madonna speaks during her half-time performance will she do it with a British accent
The list is endless. The best part is, you don’t have to bet money either. If you are betting with your spouse, why not wager who will make dinner for the week, massage or sexual favors? If you are betting with your friends you may want to omit the massage and sexual favors and replace it with a case of beer or lawn mowing for a week. But hey, no judgement here.
Whatever your bets are, make them fun. Let’s face it, the commercials can be hit or miss and the actual game tends to be rather boring. True, this Super Bowl is a little more interesting because it is a rematch of Super Bowl 42. And who doesn’t want to look at Tom Brady and his butt chin for hours on end? But since the Eagles aren’t in it I, for one, am going to need something to keep my attention.
Disclaimer: If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call 1-800-GETYOURHEADOUTOFYOURASS and be responsible. Save your money for the future. You’re gonna need it because Social Security is expected to be exhaused by 2036.
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