The Super Bowl is a great time to bet on which quarterback is going to put points on the board first, but the real fun comes from guessing the intricacies of the game, down to the color of the players’ Gatorade.
Below are my best novelty picks for Super Bowl LX.
Gatorade Color
Blue Gatorade works because it’s grounded in pattern, not novelty. Blue has shown up repeatedly in recent Super Bowls, and it fits both teams’ color palettes, which matters more than people think when equipment staffs are making last-minute choices. Sportsbooks also price blue closer to the favorites, meaning it’s a common enough outcome that you’re not throwing money at a gimmick. It still pays plus money, but it’s supported by precedent.
Coin Toss Result
Tails on the coin toss is intentionally neutral. There’s no analytical edge — heads and tails are both 50% — and sportsbooks price them accordingly. That’s actually the appeal. You’re not disadvantaged by picking tails, and it carries familiarity and tradition without pretending to be sharp. It’s a variance play you can justify without overthinking.
National Anthem Length
Under 119.5 seconds on the national anthem lines up with how these performances are typically handled on broadcast TV. That total sits right around two minutes, which is where markets try to split opinion. Historically, anthems performed by pop artists — especially those known for clean delivery rather than dramatic vocal runs — tend to land at or just under that mark. Producers want a tight, controlled performance that keeps the show moving, not something that drags.
That’s where Charlie Puth’s style matters. He’s known for polished showmanship: strong vocals, clear phrasing, and crowd engagement without theatrics. He connects without overselling it. If you’re expecting a performance that’s professional, rehearsed, and broadcast-friendly rather than overly dramatic, the under makes sense.
First Halftime Song
Finally, “Tití Me Preguntó” as Bad Bunny’s first song fits the same logic. It’s one of his biggest mainstream hits — high chart placement, massive streaming numbers, instantly recognizable. From a production standpoint, halftime shows almost always open with something upbeat and familiar to grab casual viewers immediately. Bad Bunny’s performances tend to prioritize rhythm, crowd movement, and energy over slow builds, and “Tití Me Preguntó” checks all of those boxes as an opener.
Taken together, none of these bets rely on randomness or shock value. They’re based on trends, production logic, and how these events are actually staged. Not guarantees — but coherent angles that make sense if you’re paying attention.
If you’re looking for bets that make sense without needing a spreadsheet — or explaining yourself for five minutes in a group chat — these fit the bill.
First & Jenn 
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