Super Bowl 52: Patriots vs. Eagles odds, prop bets and more

The big game is just days away. Super Bowl 52 will capture the nation, as always, and fans of every NFL team will be rooting for one team or another. Fans of NFC East teams will likely be pulling for the Patriots, while AFC teams who are sick and tired of New England will be pulling hard for the Eagles.

Either way, Las Vegas is narrowing down the spread, odds and prop bets leading up to kickoff. Check out some of the great information below, and some awesome prop bets you can place some money on, if you’d like.

Opening Line: New England -5 / 48

Recent Line: New England -4

To get a better grasp of how these two teams may play out, from an odds perspective, check out this information from OddShark on the upcoming Super Bowl:

New England

Even when the Patriots aren’t at their best they still tend to find a way. Bill Belichick once again proved why he is one of the best coaches of all time in making a series of second-half adjustments to shut the Jaguars down after a rough first half on defense. The ageless Tom Brady led New England on two touchdown drives in the fourth quarter to erase a 10-point deficit and win, 24-20.

The Patriots didn’t cover the spread against the Jaguars as 8-point favorites but are still 13-1 SU and 11-3 ATS over their last 14 games.

Going back even farther, New England is 32-5 SU and 28-9 ATS on the NFL lines over its last 37 games. Sportsbooks can’t seem to set the line high enough on the Patriots.

Philadelphia

Once again getting no respect going off as a 3-point home underdog against Minnesota, the Eagles totally dominated the game on both sides of the ball and rolled to a 38-7 victory. The Eagles haven’t allowed more than 10 points in any of their last four games, allowing an average of only 8.3 per game over that stretch.

Philadelphia is 13-4 SU and ATS in its last 17 games against AFC opponents.

The Super Bowl total is set at 48 points. The OVER is 7-2 in Philadelphia’s last nine games as an underdog per the OddsShark NFL Database.

Many are boiling this game down to Brady vs. Nick Foles and quickly ruling the Eagles out as a serious contender. But remember that Jacksonville came within a big play or two of upsetting the Patriots in New England thanks to their play on defense.

With the way the Eagles are flying on that side of the ball, don’t expect Brady to have a cakewalk under center.

The serious nature of the straight up odds and overall line is always interesting, but for me the best part of the Super Bowl, if the Steelers aren’t in it, are the prop bets. Since I discovered these crazy bets, a long time ago, I have always timed the national anthem. Just pure fun, and just proof you can truly bet on ANYTHING!

Check out the prop bets, and can’t forget to mention all odds are courtesy of the Bovada Sports Book.

Prop Bets

How long will it take for Pink to sing the US National Anthem?

Over 2 Minutes -150 (2/3)

Under 2 Minutes +110 (11/10)

**From moment he starts singing until the note “Brave” ends for first time.

What Color will Bill Belichick’s shirt be at kickoff?

Blue 4/5

Grey 3/2

Red 15/2

White 15/2

**Note: Predominant color.

Who will be shown first on TV during the singing of the National Anthem?

Tom Brady -200 (1/2)

Nick Foles +150 (3/2)

How many times will Tom Brady’s age be mentioned during broadcast?

Over 1.5 -200 (1/2)

Under 1.5 +150 (3/2)

**Note: From kickoff until final whistle, halftime does not count.

Will Donovan McNabb’s vomiting incident from Super Bowl 39 be mentioned during the broadcast?

Yes +150 (3/2)

No -200 (1/2)

How many times will the temperature outside the Stadium be mentioned during broadcast?

Over 1 -140 (5/7)

Under 1 EVEN (1/1)

Will Al Michael’s refer to the spread on the game?

Yes +110 (11/10)

No -150 (2/3)

**Note: Must clearly say what the spread was on the game.

What color will Justin Timberlake’s shoes be when he begins his Halftime show performance?

White 4/5

Black 7/4

Brown/Beige 7/1

Blue 10/1

Green 10/1

Red 16/1

Yellow 20/1

**Note: Predominant color.

What color will the liquid be that is poured on the game winning Coach?

Lime/Green/Yellow 9/4

Orange 5/2

Red 2/1

Clear/Water 4/1

Blue 7/1

Purple 10/1

**Note: Must be clearly shown on TV.

Who will the Super Bowl MVP mention first in his speech?

Teammates 2/1

God 4/1

City 5/1

Coach 7/1

Owner 10/1

Family 16/1

Does not mention any of the above 2/1

Will Tom Brady’s jersey be stolen again?

Yes 10/1

**Note: Must be reported by ESPN within 48 hours of the end of the Super Bowl.