Super Bowl squares are a staple of watch parties everywhere, adding an extra layer of excitement to the big game. If you’ve ever participated in a Super Bowl pool, you know the drill—buy a square, get assigned numbers, and hope your numbers match the last digit of each team’s score at the end of each quarter.
But not all numbers are created equal. Some give you a much better shot at winning than others. So, what are the best numbers to get in your Super Bowl pool? Let’s break it down.
The Best Numbers for Super Bowl Squares
1. The Elite Numbers: 0, 7, and 3
- 0: Historically, 0 is one of the best numbers you can get. Many early scores come from touchdowns (ending in 0 or 7) or field goals (ending in 0 or 3), making 0 a strong number in the first half.
- 7: With touchdowns worth 7 points (after the extra point), 7 is a solid number to have throughout the game.
- 3: Field goals make 3 a great number, especially in lower-scoring games.
2. The Second-Tier Numbers: 4 and 6
- 4: This number is solid, often appearing due to scores like 14, 24, or 34.
- 6: While not as strong as 7, a missed extra point or a two-point conversion can make 6 a useful number.
3. The Not-So-Great Numbers: 2, 5, 8, and 9
- 2: This number rarely appears unless there’s a safety or a two-point conversion.
- 5: Generally bad, unless a team gets stuck at 15 or 25 points, which is uncommon.
- 8: Not a frequent ending digit, but it does pop up on occasion due to scores like 28 or 38.
- 9: One of the worst numbers to have. Teams rarely end scores with a 9 unless there’s an odd combination of field goals and touchdowns.
What If You Get Bad Numbers?
If you end up with 2-5 or 8-9, don’t lose hope! The game is unpredictable, and anything can happen—especially with missed extra points, two-point conversions, or defensive scores shaking things up.
Final Thoughts
At the end of the day, Super Bowl squares are all about luck. But if you land a 0, 7, or 3, you’ve got reason to be optimistic. No matter what numbers you get, enjoy the game, the commercials, and—of course—the snacks!
Are you playing in a Super Bowl pool this year? Let me know what numbers you got!