Live betting during Super Bowl 59, featuring the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles, will be one of the most popular ways to place wagers. Here are some tips and strategies to help you navigate live odds and maximize your chances of winning.
Jason Logan: Senior Betting Analyst at Covers
Feb 3, 2025, 21:15 ET
When the Kansas City Chiefs are involved, thrilling comebacks are part of the Super Bowl experience, just as essential as chips and dip. Their previous three Super Bowl victories (LVIII, LVII, and LIV) were marked by impressive second-half rallies. These dramatic turnarounds gave live bettors the chance to bet on Kansas City as an in-game underdog, before they took over the game in the second half.
As live betting has grown in popularity over the last decade, Super Bowl 59 presents another opportunity for bettors to make strategic in-game wagers. While predicting the exact flow of the game is impossible, we can explore some potential scenarios and identify the best live betting markets to target during the Big Game.
Scenario: Slow Start After the First Quarter
Best Live Bets: Skill Player Unders
Don’t be surprised if the game starts slow, with both teams taking a cautious approach in the opening quarter. The Chiefs and Eagles are known for their methodical playstyles, and Super Bowl nerves often lead to a more conservative pace early on. The first quarter might resemble a few rounds of a boxing match—teams testing each other and looking for weaknesses.
If the game kicks off with a low-scoring first quarter, don’t rush to bet on the Unders across the board. Super Bowl games often open up later in the game, with both offenses finding their rhythm.
Defensive masterminds like Steve Spagnuolo of the Chiefs and Vic Fangio of the Eagles could also keep the offenses in check early. Spagnuolo is known for his aggressive, unpredictable defense, while Fangio’s scheme is built around misdirection and deception. If neither team is able to break through the defense, watch for patterns and make your live bets accordingly.
For example, if Saquon Barkley is struggling to break free and gain yards, consider betting the Under on his player prop. Similarly, if Patrick Mahomes is having difficulty connecting on key third-down conversions, it might be wise to bet against his overall performance in the game.