Super Bowl XLVI, Patriots vs. Giants: Breaking Down the Ten Best Prop Bets

The best part of Super Bowl XLVI before the game is underway has to be looking at which prop bets are the most fun and baffling.

Whether you are in Las Vegas for the weekend or perhaps just having some fun with friends, the following 10 prop bets are the ones you need to really look at.

Note: Of course we do not suggest you taking action on any of these bets, but these 10 are the most entertaining to talk about around the water cooler

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Will Al Michaels or Cris Collinsworth Mention Tim Tebow During 1st Quarter?

What are the chances Al Michaels or Cris Collinsworth mention Tim Tebow right off the bat in the opening quarter?

This could go either way, but life without talking about TebowMania just seems odd these days. He was recently on Jimmy Fallon and I am quite sure Tebow will be brought up randomly, somehow and someway.

Yes -115 No -115 

Will Al Michaels or Cris Collinsworth Mention Andrew Luck During 1st Quarter?

This is interesting because Andrew Luck is likely to be the top pick in April's NFL Draft, and he has been the talk of the town after the Patriots, Giants and Peyton Manning.

However, he has not yet been drafted by the Colts and this prop bet is only in regards to the first quarter.

I think the NBC crew will take a pass on talking about Luck, at least in the opening quarter. Plus, the odds state the chances are not good they talk about the former two-time All-American anyways.

Yes +230 No -300 

Will Al Michaels Say Word " Miracle " During 1st Quarter?

Do you believe in miracles, yes!

Al Michaels' most popular clip from the 1980 Miracle on Ice will always have a place in America's hearts, but will he say it during the Super Bowl's first quarter?

Call me crazy, but I do not think he can avoid saying it alongside Cris Collinsworth because they will likely be talking about "Gronk" and how many (Mike Florio) believe he needs surgery after the game.

If that report is accurate then they might just talk about how it is a "miracle" that Rob Gronkowski is playing. Plus, if he scores a touchdown or makes a "Gronk" like play then it may be a mortal lock for that term to be used.

Yes +1,250 No -2,500 

First to Be Shown Live on NBC Broadcast (Starts at Kickoff)

This is an interesting one: Who will be shown first at the Super Bowl once it is underway, Peyton Manning or Archie Manning?

Give me Peyton Manning despite the odds stating otherwise because he is still the king of the Colts, and I am giving it a wash if they are shown simultaneously (assuming they sit next to each other).

Archie Manning EVEN Peyton Manning -130 

Color of Lipstick Michele Tafoya Will Be Wearing When 1st Appearing on Telecast

Wait, what!?

I follow sports 24/7/365, but I never thought I would be breaking down which shade of lipstick is being worn by Michele Tafoya.

Similar to this picture, give me any shade of red and pray she doesn't decide to mix it up.

Any Shade Red -150 Anything Else +120 

Will the Coin Toss Be Heads or Tails?

Since I was born playing Madden and Tecmo Bowl, give me tails. 

After all, tails never fails.

Heads -105 or Tails -105

What Will Happen 1st? (TD vs. FG)

Everybody will be banking on a touchdown, but some think a field goal could perhaps be produced first.

Well, neither team kicks any field goals, so that is too risky for me to side with. Brady and Manning have way too many studs stretching the field for me to go with a stinking chip-shot kick.

Touchdown -200
Field Goal +160

What Will Tom Brady Throw 1st: TD or INT?

Tom Brady is human after throwing a few picks against the Baltimore Ravens' defense, but in the Super Bowl?!

The guy has ice water in his veins and he will avoid struggling in the passing game, especially if he can buy some time against the Giants' ferocious pass-rush. Bank on Brady throwing a touchdown in the first quarter before possibly throwing a pick towards halftime.

Touchdown Pass -320 
Interception +250

Color of First Liquid to Be Doused on a Coach

This could be the toughest one to decide on, but the Patriots and Giants wear identical colors. The Giants will be wearing their white jerseys whereas the Patriots will don the blue.

I love my chances of either red or blue, but those are two different choices. Maybe it is because blue is my favorite just barely over red, but give me any shade of blue or purple as the game comes to a conclusion.

Any Shade Red/Pink +400 
Any Shade Blue/Purple +400
Any Shade Yellow +300 
Any Shade Green +300 
Clear +600 
Field ( Any Other ) +500

Time It Takes Kelly Clarkson to Sing National Anthem ( Starts with Word "Oh")

Wow, this really is the best prop, isn't it?

Last year Christina Aguilera botched the anthem just a tad as she hit the two-minute mark. I really hope Kelly Clarkson gets us back on track, and I think she will.

However, as awesome as her commercial with Chris Berman and a few other celebrities was, I think she will milk it just a tad to put her over one minute and 32.5 seconds.

Over One Minute and 32.5 Seconds -125 
Under One Minute and 32.5 Seconds -105

Bonus: Will Kelly Clarkson Be Wearing a Dress? 
Yes +140
No -170

Yes, I would like to think she dresses it up for the Super Bowl; I mean wouldn't you want to look your best in front of millions watching?

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