Planning to host a Super Bowl gathering, or attending one and seeking a lively way to engage in the game? The Super Bowl squares pool is a favored choice, and we’re here to assist you for Super Bowl LX featuring the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.
How do Super Bowl squares work?
Simply print this PDF (also available in JPEG format) and have everyone at your gathering select one or more squares. This process is random, ensuring everyone can join in, whether a die-hard fan or a newcomer to football; the first square selected holds the same chance of winning as the last. Once all squares are chosen, randomize the numbers 0-9 for the top and left sides. You can draw numbers from a hat, utilize a deck of cards, or employ a random number generator—it all needs to be random.
Each square will occupy the intersection of a designated row and column. The game utilizes the final digit of the score at set intervals. You may opt for minute-by-minute tracking, but traditionally, scores at the end of each quarter are used. The winning square corresponds to the final digit of the scores on the grid.
For instance: after the first quarter, if the score reads Patriots 7, Seahawks 3, the player with the square for 7 (Patriots) and 3 (Seahawks) wins. The same square applies if the score is Patriots 17, Seahawks 3; only the last digit counts.
Prizes are awarded at the end of each quarter as well as for the final score. You decide the value of each prize. You need not be a fan of either team or even a football enthusiast to partake. Choose the right square, match the end-of-quarter digits, and you win. Have fun during the Super Bowl!
What are the best numbers to have?
In 2024, we examined every NFL regular-season and playoff game from three seasons (2020-2023) — over 850 games total — and analyzed scoring patterns per team by quarter. Unsurprisingly, 0 and 7 emerged as the top numbers, followed by 3, and then 4 and 6. Any mix of these five digits is advantageous.
The number 1 becomes more valuable as the game progresses, while 2, 8, 9, and 5 tend to be less favorable.
especially, there was a single combination that failed to appear across all quarters. If you draw the unfortunate 2-2 square, you’ll find yourself supporting a scenario that occurred in under 3,400 quarters.
Tips to randomize your Super Bowl squares
After filling out your grid with everyone’s squares, you’ll need to randomly assign 10 digits (0-9) to the top row and left column. This drawing can be part of the excitement as everyone discovers their assigned squares, so feel free to make it entertaining. There’s no right approach as long as it remains random, so here are some ideas:
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Use a shuffled deck of playing cards. Designate which team is red and which is black, then deal the cards one at a time, face up, filling the grid as each card appears. You can use the entire deck and skip the face cards or prepare a set containing only the 20 cards you need. Use the 10 or one of the face cards to represent number 0.
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Utilize a 10-sided die. This is likely the simplest method but may require acquiring a die specifically for this purpose, usually found online or at most tabletop gaming shops.
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The phone number game. Randomly select people to add the last four digits of their phone number. Use the last digit of this sum to fill the top row, then repeat with the first three digits for the column.
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apply local lottery numbers. This method works well if your squares pool is filled out in advance. Choose a couple of local lotteries beforehand, so everyone can check results simultaneously, even if apart. For instance, utilize Massachusetts lottery results for the Patriots and Washington State results for the Seahawks. Both offer various Pick 3 and Pick 4 games; you can use any game, just be clear about your method ahead of time.
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Random Number Generator. Numerous options are available online; simply search for one that suits you. If you do this beforehand, consider recording your screen while generating the numbers, which you can share with friends and family for the big reveal.
