Las Vegas and offshore sportsbooks are preparing for the betting storm ahead of Super Bowl XLVIII and expecting a flurry of action leading up to and during the big game.
Bettors are sure to make wagers on the pointspread and totals, but some of the wacky prop bets available make betting fun for even the most novice of gamblers.
Here are 10 wacky props to play Sunday:
Odds courtesy of Bovada/Sportsbook.ag
1. Will the power go out for a second consecutive year at the Super Bowl?
Yes +2000
2. Will Knowshon Moreno cry during the national anthem?
Yes +400
No -700
3. What color will the Gatorade bath be that is dumped on the winning head coach?
Clear +200
Yellow +350
Orange +450
Blue +750
Red +750
Lime green +1000
4. Will the announcers say the word "Marijuana" during the game?
Yes +550
No -900
5. How many times will Peyton Manning say "Omaha" during the game?
Over 28.5 -115
Under 28.5 -125
6. Will Michael Crabtree mention Richard Sherman in a tweet during the game?
Yes +150
No -200
7. Will the Red Hot Chili Peppers be shirtless during the halftime show?
Yes +170
No -250
8. Will Renee Fleming forget or omit at least one word of the national anthem?
Yes +250
No +150
9. Will Richard Sherman receive a taunting penalty during the game?
Yes +400
No -750
10. Who will Barack Obama pick to win the game?
Seahawks: -110
Broncos: -110
