2025 Super Bowl Betting for Dummies and Novice Bettors

by Joey House - 1/31/2025

Super Bowl betting for dummies and novice bettors Jalen Hurts Philadelphia Eagles

The Super Bowl has always been recognized as the crown jewel of U.S. sports betting. And with the legalization of sports betting across various states post-PASPA repeal, the excitement has only grown. Last season, an impressive 68 million Americans bet on the game, representing about 1 in 5 people in the country. According to recent data, last year's legal betting handle reached an estimated $1.25 billion, showcasing significant activity as we gear up for Super Bowl 59, where the Kansas City Chiefs will battle the Philadelphia Eagles, Doc's Sports steps in with our Super Bowl Betting for Dummies and Novice Bettors. In this guide, we touch on different betting types, offer insights on selecting a sportsbook, understand the nuances of betting odds, conduct thorough research, manage your betting budget, and provide strategies to maximize your profit potential.

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Understanding Super Bowl Betting

Moneyline Bets: In the simplest terms, you're betting on the outright winner of the game. If you think the Kansas City Chiefs will triumph over the Philadelphia Eagles, you'd place your moneyline bet on the Chiefs. Odds like -150 for the Chiefs mean you'd need to bet $150 to win $100, reflecting their favored status. On the flip side, if the Eagles are the underdogs with odds at +130, a $100 bet on them could net you $130 should they pull off the victory.

Point Spread Bets: The Super Bowl often features a clear favorite, so bookmakers introduce the point spread to spice things up. Say the Chiefs are favored by 3 points; they must win by more than that for your bet to pay off. If you're backing the Eagles with a +3 spread, they can lose by less than a field goal or win outright, and you'd still come out on top. This bet evens out the playing field, focusing on the margin of victory rather than just the win itself.

Over/Under (Totals): In this wager, you're not concerned with who wins but with the total points scored by both teams. If the line is set at 50, you're betting on whether the game will exceed or fall short of this number. An 'over' bet hopes for a high-scoring affair, while an 'under' bet anticipates a defensive showdown, providing a unique betting angle detached from the game's outcome.

Prop Bets: Prop Bets for Super Bowl 59 provide an exciting opportunity to bet on specific game events beyond the final score. For example, consider betting on whether Jalen Hurts will rush for over or under 40.5 yards, with odds set at -105 for over and -115 for under. Another bet could be on Patrick Mahomes to throw for over 253.5 passing yards, with odds at -110 for both over and under. These prop bets focus on individual player performances, adding depth to your Super Bowl betting strategy by allowing you to predict outcomes based on key athletes' detailed statistics and gameplay. Last season, there were over 500 different types of prop bets available, ranging from these sports-specific predictions to quirky ones like the duration of the National Anthem or the color of the Gatorade shower. This diversity in prop bets caters to a wide range of interests, making the Super Bowl a unique betting spectacle.

Parlays: In Super Bowl betting, understanding the distinction between traditional and same-game parlays (SGPs) is key. A traditional parlay involves betting on outcomes from multiple games, requiring all to win for a payout. In contrast, an SGP allows you to combine different bets from a single game, like the Super Bowl, into one wager, enhancing the potential return by linking these outcomes. However, the rules for winning the bet are the same for both: Every leg must be correct. This article focuses on SGPs because they offer a tailored betting experience for Super Bowl 59, where you can bet on specific game dynamics between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. Here's an example of an SGP:

Philadelphia Eagles +1.5/ Jalen Hurts OVER 40.5 rushing yards / Patrick Mahomes OVER 253.5 passing yards / A.J. Brown to score a touchdown at any time

The odds on this wager are currently +1200, meaning that for every $100 you wager, it would pay out $1200. This approach increases the thrill and leverages the interconnected nature of game events for potentially higher rewards. Over 500 different types of prop bets were available for Super Bowl 58, ranging from player performance to quirky game-day traditions, providing a broad spectrum of betting choices.

Futures Bets: While usually placed before the season, some still bet on futures right before the Super Bowl. These could be on the eventual Super Bowl winner, the MVP, or even which team scores first. Futures bets are exciting due to their long-term nature, and because of the uncertainty of the future, their odds have a higher payout.

How to Place a Super Bowl Bet

To dive into Super Bowl betting, pick a trustworthy sportsbook, looking for Super Bowl specials and promotions, ease of use, and good support. Get to grips with the odds; they're everywhere and most likely will change. American odds have positive numbers that show your profit on a $100 bet, and negative ones tell you what to bet to win $100. Do your homework by looking into team stats, player conditions, historical trends, and weather, with resources like Doc's Sports offering in-depth analysis. Set a betting budget to keep your spending in check during the excitement. Prop bets are available right up to kickoff, and live betting keeps the action going during the game.

Possible SGPs for Each Team

As we gear up for the thrilling Super Bowl 59 matchup between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, let's explore two enticing Same Game Parlays (SGPs) tailored for each potential outcome.

If Kansas City wins

SGP: Kansas City ML -130/ Travis Kelce ANYTIME TD/ Nick Bolton UNDER 8.5 tackles + assists- If you're optimistic about a Chiefs win, this SGP could be intriguing. Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes' favorite target, has had a down year for his standards, but he has caught a touchdown in two of the three Chiefs' Super Bowl wins and twice in his three career games against the Eagles. He has only touched paydirt once this postseason, but you must go back to 2018 to find the last time Kelce scored less than two TDs. Linebacker Nick Bolton has recorded over 8.5 tackles or assists in only three games this season and never in his playoff career. At DraftKings, this wager is currently paying +525

If Philadelphia wins

SGP: Philadelphia +110/ A.J. Brown ALT 60+ receiving yards / Saquon Barkley 2+ TDs/ Nolan Smith OVER 0.5 sacks / Eagles to score first- For those betting on an Eagles victory, this SGP is loaded with high potential. A.J. Brown has had 60 or more receiving yards 11 times out of his 16 games and is coming off his NFC Championship game in which he hauled in six catches for 96 yards. You have to love a bet that can be won on a single play, as Brown has done three times in his three seasons as an Eagle. Saquon Barkley often scores in bunches, with 80% of his touchdown games (8 out of 10) featuring multiple scores. Nolan Smith has been a menace on defense in the Eagles' playoff run, recording four sacks in his three playoff games this year. The Eagles have scored first ten out of the last 16 games they have played, in which they are 15-1. This Chiefs-killer bet is +2800 at DraftKings.

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Pick:	DRAW (+230)
Start:	May 3, 2025 @ 12:30 AM
Expert:	Doc's Sports

Analysis:

Comp Soccer pick from Doc’s Sports for Saturday: Spanish LaLiga Take Las Palmas/Valencia DRAW (+230) (12:30 p.m. EST, Saturday May 3) Valencia are the stronger side but they haven’t had the winning touch lately. They are coming off consecutive draws, and we think this one has a great chance to end up at a stalemate, and this is a great price for the draw. As of this writing, the under on total goals is juiced at -130 at 2.5, so a low scoring match is expected and we agree. So we have a couple chances at 0-0 or 1-1 for the under if it is indeed a low scoring match. Las Palmas has a single goal in their last two matches, and Valencia have scored one goal in three straight matches. We also like to target the draw in a likely low scoring match when the stronger team is the road side, and that is the case here on Saturday. Valencia have the second highest draw rate in LaLiga, as more than a third of their matches have ended tied. Again, nice value here and we think this one has a great chance to cash at a hefty price. Read More Read Less

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