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Super Bowl 50 Props Update
Coin Toss
Heads (-102)
Tails (-102)
| Event | Coin Toss Winner | Super Bowl Result | Coin Toss Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super Bowl XLIII | Arizona Cardinals | Loss | Heads |
| Super Bowl XLIV | New Orleans Saints | Win | Heads |
| Super Bowl XLV | Green Bay Packers | Win | Heads |
| Super Bowl XLVI | New England Patriots | Loss | Heads |
| Super Bowl XLVII | Baltimore Ravens | Win | Heads |
| Super Bowl XLVIII | Seattle Seahawks | Win | Tails |
| Super Bowl XLIX | Seattle Seahawks | Loss | Tails |
A coin toss gives equal chances of heads or tails to turn up. But that’s not the case when it comes to the Super Bowl. The result of the past seven Super Bowl coin tosses has been 5-2 in favor of heads. If the results remain to be that skewed, then there may be some value in picking heads.
Writer’s prediction: It’s a game of chance, but I’m willing to bet that the Super Bowl 50 coin shows heads (-102).
Will the Winner of Coin Toss Win Super Bowl?
Yes (-102)
No (-102)
How important is winning the coin toss at the start of the game? Have it this way: the winner of the coin toss in the past six Super Bowls are 4-2 over that span. Four of the past six have picked to receive the ball for an opportunity to score first, while the last two deferred (the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowls XLVIII and XLIX) due to having a very solid defense.
The NFC has luck on its side when it comes to the coin toss. The conference’s representatives have won the coin toss in four of those six instances; they went 3-1 over that span.
Writer’s prediction: Going with the trends, the winner of the coin toss wins the Super Bowl (-102).
Team to Score First
Panthers (-145)
Broncos (+115)
It’s pretty much a toss-up at this point. But the Broncos have statistically the better defense, ranking fourth in the regular season with 18.5 points allowed per game. Having the ability to keep opponents away from scoring should give them the edge.
Writer’s prediction: In such a close call, the Broncos (+115) are worth a bet as underdogs.
Will BOTH Teams Make a Field Goal from 37 Yards or Longer?
Yes (+130)
No (-160)
Carolina’s Graham Gano has plenty of range. He has made a field goal from 37 yards or longer twice in the playoffs. Denver’s Brandon McManus also has a pretty good boot, making five field goals from 37 yards or longer in the postseason.
Both kickers have showcased their strong legs in the regular season. Gano booted his longest field goal in Week 8, a 52-yarder against Indianapolis. McManus’ longest field goal was a 57-yarder in the regular season opener against Baltimore.
Writer’s prediction: Both kickers make a field goal from 37 yards or longer. Bank on Yes at +130.
Will a Touchdown be Scored by Special Teams or Defense?
Yes (+155)
No (-185)
Both the Denver Broncos and Carolina Panthers have excellent defenses filled with talented playmakers.
The Broncos have flashed their big-play ability on defense and special teams in the regular season. Omar Bolden scored on an 83-yard punt return touchdown against Indianapolis in Week 9; Aqib Talib had two pick-sixes; Chris Harris had a 73-yard pick-six in Week 5; Malik Johnson scored on a safety against Green Bay in Week 8; and Bradley Roby had a 21-yard fumble return touchdown in Week 6.
Carolina has a very talented linebacker, Luke Keuchly, leading their defense. He has scored a pick-six in each of the Panthers’ two postseason games. Considering that Peyton Manning has been a turnover machine with the second-most interceptions in the league (17) this season, then Keuchly could have another golden opportunity to score against one of the best quarterbacks the league has known.
Writer’s prediction: Both teams have the talent needed to score on defense or special teams, which makes Yes a sweet option especially at +155.
If the five props listed above aren’t enough, check out the full list right here:
| Prop | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coin Toss | Heads (-102) | Tails (-102) |
| Team to Win the Coin Toss | Panthers (-102) | Broncos (-102) |
| Will the Winner of the Coin Toss Win Super Bowl? | Yes (-102) | No (-102) |
| Team to Score First | Panthers (-145) | Broncos (+115) |
| First OFFICIAL Play From Line of Scrimmage | Run Play (-155) | Pass Play or Sack (+125) |
| Will BOTH Teams Make a Field Goal From 37 Yards or Longer? | Yes (+130) | No (-160) |
| SHORTEST Touchdown Play of the Game | Over 1.5 Yards (-115) | Under 1.5 Yards (-115) |
| Will a Touchdown be Scored by Special Teams or Defense? | Yes (+155) | No (-185) |
| What Will Happen First? | Touchdown (-150) | Field Goal (+120) |
| Will a Point be Scored in the Last Two Minutes of the First Half? | Yes (-300) | No (+230) |
| Team to Commit First ACCEPTED Penalty | Panthers (-115) | Broncos (-115) |
| Double Result | Line |
|---|---|
| Panthers HT/ Panthers FT | -115 |
| Tie HT/ Panthers FT | +1,000 |
| Broncos HT/ Panthers FT | +475 |
| Panthers HT/ Broncos FT | +675 |
| Tie HT/ Broncos FT | +1,600 |
| Broncos HT/ Broncos FT | +275 |
| First Scoring Play | Line |
|---|---|
| Panthers Field Goal | +260 |
| Panthers TD Pass | +275 |
| Panthers TD Run | +575 |
| Panthers Safety | +4,000 |
| Panthers Any Other TD | +2,000 |
| Broncos Field Goal | +375 |
| Broncos TD Pass | +475 |
| Broncos TD Run | +900 |
| Broncos Safety | +4,000 |
| Broncos Any Other TD | +2,800 |
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