Super Bowl 2012 Prop Bets: Goofy Bets That Have Nothing to Do with Big Game

One of the funniest story lines of the Super Bowl is all of the random prop bets that have absolutely nothing to do with the actual game.

People that couldn't pick Tom Brady out of a crowd have the opportunity to win big and be the talk of whatever Super Bowl party they are attending.

Who wins between the New York Giants and New England Patriots? Who cares! Here are five prop bets sure to keep your undivided attention on the biggest sporting event of the year.

1. How Many Times Will Peyton Manning Be Shown on NBC During the Game? Over/Under 4.5

This is reminiscent of the Saints Super Bowl two years ago when they had a similar prop bet with Reggie Bush’s girlfriend Kim Kardashian.

At least Peyton has some sort of relevancy in this game.

Considering he’s currently one of the hottest topics in the NFL, I think it’s safe to say we’ll be seeing Peyton at his home stadium at least five times. What sort of facial expressions will he provide us with as he watches his little brother play his arch-rival…that sounds like another prop bet.

2. Which Team Will Barack Obama Publicly Pick to Win?

Obama has proven to have a strong sports background and will make a knowledgeable pick.

Then again, if we are going off his NCAA Tournament picks, he will probably go with the favored Patriots.

3. What Color Gatorade Will Be Dumped on the Winning Coach? Yellow -110, Clear +140, Orange +450, Lime +500, Blue +1200

This is as random of a bet as it gets. Is there a way to tweet at players to get a sense of their favorite flavor?

There is a lot of value to be had in blue.

4. Who Will be Shown First on NBC After Game has Started? Abby Manning or Giselle Bundchen

This one is a no-brainer.

I have absolutely no idea what Eli’s wife looks like. Bundchen gets paid to be in front of a camera.

5. How Long Will it Take Kelly Clarkson to Sing the National Anthem? Over/Under 94.5 Seconds

Remember last year’s debacle where Christina Aguilera flubbed the words and ensured the anthem would go over? A nation was outraged!

I’d assume this year Clarkson is going to be reminded of the words by Super Bowl officials constantly and the result will be a clear and concise rendition that will fly under the total. 

(Bets courtesy of sportsinteraction.com)