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2020 Super Bowl Prop Betting: Conquer Deebo Samuel receiving props

Looking at prop bets centered around San Francisco 49ers WR Deebo Samuel’s receptions and receiving yards in the 2020 Super Bowl.

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There is no juicier sporting event to bet on than the 2020 Super Bowl. Aside from picking the San Francisco 49ers or Kansas City Chiefs to win, a sharp can win money via player prop betting. Let’s analyze, and pick, BetMGM‘s Super Bowl prop betting odds and lines for 49ers WR Deebo Samuel’s receptions and receiving yards projections.

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 7:45 p.m. ET.

Deebo Samuel’s 2020 Super Bowl receptions: 4.5

Don’t sleep on the Chiefs pass defense. They have given up the fewest catches and receiving yards to wide receivers this season. Kansas City has allowed the eighth-fewest passing yards and, according to Football Outsiders, the Chiefs have the sixth-best pass defense by their DVOA metric.

The biggest thing keeping Samuel away from going Over on his receptions props could be the 49ers themselves. Positive game script for San Francisco is them bludgeoning the Chiefs defense with the run. Plus, the 49ers’ most dynamic pass-catcher is TE George Kittle. Acquiring WR Emmanuel Sanders at the trade deadline before Week 8 added yet another option for QB Jimmy Garoppolo. In the 15 games in which Samuel has played this season, he has caught five or more balls in only five games. His 68.9% catch rate ranks 68th in the NFL but Samuel’s 5.29 targets per game ranks 85th.

BetMGM has factored in these things before making their line, hence the Under 4.5 catches is juiced to -143. The math says this prop goes Under so swallow the vig and BET DEEBO SAMUEL UNDER 4.5 CATCHES (-143).

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Deebo Samuel’s Super Bowl LIV receiving yards: 56.5

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It’s almost guaranteed head coaches Kyle Shanahan and Andy Reid will dial-up exquisite shot plays. They’ve been doing it all year. Both have the play design and personnel to throw the kitchen sink at each other.

The Chiefs’ secondary has played well all season long but their best player is All-Pro safety Tyrann Mathieu, and it makes sense if his main assignments are Kittle and the 49ers’ vaunted ground game. San Francisco is tied with the New England Patriots for the fourth-most pass plays of 20-plus yards, and Samuel had 18 of those in his 15 regular season and postseason games played. So, between the 49ers’ powerful rushing attack and the explosive Kittle, expect Garoppolo to take some shots downfield against one-on-one coverage to his wideouts. BET DEEBO SAMUEL OVER 56.5 RECEIVING YARDS (+100).

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2020 Super Bowl Prop Bets: How many rushing yards will Damien Williams have?

Analyzing the 2020 Super Bowl prop bets, and looking at the betting odds and lines around Kansas City Chiefs RB Damien Williams.

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Super Bowl LIV features two very evenly matched teams with the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs squaring off Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The oddsmakers at BetMGM predict it to be a close battle with the Chiefs entering as 1.5-point favorites.

The 49ers boast a dominant ground game and defense, while the Chiefs have 2018 NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes and an offense that can light up a scoreboard in a hurry. One player who doesn’t get talked about much for Kansas City is RB Damien Williams.

That’s probably because he only started six games and rushed for 498 yards this season, not playing a significant role until the second half of the year. Entering Super Bowl LIV, he’s the Chiefs’ starter at running back.

Just how productive will he be against the 49ers defense, though? And should you bet on his rushing yards total for the game?

Damien Williams Super Bowl LIV rushing yards: 100.5

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On the surface, it seems obvious to take the Under on that total. Williams has rushed for at least 100 yards only three times in his career and twice this season. In the playoffs, he has gained 92 yards on 29 carries.

When you look at the betting line, it’s not such an easy bet. The Over is +600, while the Under is -1000. In other words, a $10 bet on the Over will pay out $60, and a $10 wager on the Under will net you a whopping $1.

Risking $10 to win a buck doesn’t seem like smart business, especially with Williams’ speed. He had a 91-yard run this season, which was the longest in the NFL. he’s a big play waiting to happen, and although the 49ers allowed only two running backs to gain at least 100 yards against them this season, Williams is a firecracker.

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It’ll be difficult for him to get enough opportunities to top the 100-yard mark. He has never received 20 carries in a single game in his career and only twice has he carried it more than 13 times. The Chiefs are clearly going to lean on their MVP quarterback, thus limiting the chances for Williams.

If the Chiefs want to attempt to negate the 49ers’ pass rush, utilizing draws and wide zone runs could help.

It’s not worth betting $10 to win $1. It’s certainly not worth laying down $100 to win $10 on the Under. You’re better off putting a wager on the OVER 100.5 (+600) and hoping Williams can find a crease and create a big play on the ground. He’s not going to get 20 carries, and in the two games in which he topped 100 rushing yards this season, he had a carry of 91 yards and 84 yards.

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2020 Super Bowl Prop Betting: How may receiving yards for Tyreek Hill?

Assessing the prop bets odds and lines for Kansas City Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill’s receiving yards in the 2020 Super Bowl against the 49ers.

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There will be no player on the field for the 2020 Super Bowl that is likely to garner more defensive attention than Kansas City Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill. Below, we’ll look at the Super Bowl LIV prop bet odds and lines centered around Tyreek Hill’s receiving yards.

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET.

Tyreek Hill 2020 Super Bowl receiving yards

Due to the Chiefs having plenty of offensive weapons, and their penchant for sharing the wealth, Hill has a manageable Over/Under number for his receiving yards in Super Bowl LIV at 74.5 yards (-112 for both the Over and the Under). It’s an achievable number, especially given Hill’s big-play ability, but there are some key factors making it more difficult to hit the Over than it may appear.

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Hill struggles in playoff football

The most obvious hurdle is Hill’s postseason track record. Over the last two seasons, Hill has played in four playoff games. In those games, his yardage totals have been 72, 42, 41 and 67, despite having eight receptions in one of the games and five in another. Dating back to Week 10, Hill hasn’t hit 75 yards in any of his last eight games. Defenses have made it a point to take him away from the offense and the opposition has succeeded for two months.

He won’t be the No. 1 option

Second, is that the San Francisco 49ers may have the best defensive front the Chiefs have faced all season. They’re five deep and come at you in waves. They don’t need to blitz to get pressure and they’re going to make it their mission to keep Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes contained in the pocket and getting rid of the ball faster than he would like. This could be great news for TE Travis Kelce and the secondary receivers, but not Hill. His strength is getting behind defenses and creating big plays. That doesn’t happen when Mahomes doesn’t have the luxury of four or five seconds to throw the ball.

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The 49ers have an answer in coverage

Third, is that the 49ers are likely going to have CB Richard Sherman chasing Hill wherever he goes and, on the plays he doesn’t, they will double-cover Hill. Either way, it’s not good for Hill because, if Mahomes has the clock in his head ticking faster than real-time, he’s not going to take the chance of testing Sherman in tight coverage or throw into a bracket of defenders. He’s been forewarned about not throwing the risky passes that lose Super Bowls. He won’t have many big-play opportunities with Hill.

The bottom line with Hill is that he’s not a reception machine. He has more than five receptions in just four of 14 games he has played this season, but he’s projected for 5.5 in Super Bowl LIV.

Take the UNDER 74.5 (-112) on his receiving yards and the UNDER 5.5 (-143) on Hill’s receptions, as well.

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‘Life was hard to live’ for Tyrann Mathieu in final seasons with Cardinals

“I’ve always been the best guy on my team. And none of those things were the case anymore.”

There were hard feelings for Kansas City Chiefs safety Tyrann Mathieu when he was released by the Arizona Cardinals two years ago. However, now a defensive leader on the Kansas City Chiefs, the AFC champions playing in the Super Bowl this weekend, that experience was a turning point for Mathieu.

He was a fan favorite in Arizona. He was an impact player, but after two major knee injuries, he just wasn’t the same player.

“My last two or three years in Arizona (were difficult),” Mathieu said, according to Jeffri Chadiha in an NFL.com feature on the Chiefs safety. “I had the two knee injuries that a lot of people can’t come back from. I wasn’t really playing at the level I expect. All of that was different for me. I’ve never been hurt. I’ve always been available. I’ve always been the best guy on my team. And none of those things were the case anymore. So life was hard to live. And then when they cut me, I went in the bathroom and looked at myself and said that would never happen again.”

After his 2015 ACL tear, he was not the best player on the field in 2016 or 2017. He was a step slow and was picked on by opposing teams.

The Cardinals had given him a big contract extension and had to make a decision after 2017. They offered him a paycut he would not accept and ended up taking less money with the Houston Texans but was once again great. He turned that into a three-year, $42 million deal with the Chiefs.

Considering his road to the NFL and all he had to overcome to become one of the most popular Cardinals players, it shouldn’t be surprising he was able to bounce back from the injuries and the release to be one of the league’s best defensive backs again.

In just a few days, he might just be a Super Bowl champion. While he isn’t a Cardinal anymore, there are plenty of Cardinals fans still rooting for him.

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2020 Super Bowl prop bets: How many catches, receiving yards will 49ers WR Emmanuel Sanders have?

We analyze the player prop bet for 49ers WR Emmanuel Sanders and how many catches and receiving yards he will have in Super Bowl LIV.

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Super Bowl LIV means many opportunities for wagering, including any number of Super Bowl prop bets. Here we analyze the odds for San Francisco 49ers WR Emmanuel Sanders on how many receptions and receiving yards he will have in the Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Here is what the Over/Under is set at for both catches and receiving yards for the big game from BetMGM sportsbook:

  • Over 3.5 receptions +125
  • Under 3.5 receptions -154
  • Over 45.5 receiving yards -112
  • Under 45.5 receiving yards -112

Looking at Sanders’ numbers since joining the 49ers midseason, the best bets are pretty easy.

Sanders by the numbers

Consider the following: Sanders has not had more than three reception in his last five games and has only surpassed three catches in four of 12 games with the 49ers. He has two combined receptions in the postseason, as TE George Kittle (4 receptions, 35 yards in postseason) has become the primary target in the passing game, followed by rookie WR Deebo Samuel (5 receptions, 88 yards). And it’s worth noting, the 49ers have not had to rely on the passing game in the playoffs with their running game clicking at an elite level.

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Likewise, he has not had more than 45 receiving yards in any of his last three games, including the 49ers’ two postseason contests. He has had more than 45 receiving yards in only three of his 12 games with San Francisco.

Obviously, he can become an important target, but if past performance is the best predictor of future performance, then the smartest money on these two player props is to take UNDER 3.5 receptions (-154) and UNDER 45.5 receiving yards (-112).

For every $10 wagered on the Under for receptions, you gain $6.49 in profit Sanders has 3 or less receptions. The profit is $8.93 for the Under on receiving yards with 45 or less receiving yards.

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2020 Super Bowl prop bet: How many receiving yards will Sammy Watkins have?

The Super Bowl prop bet on WR Sammy Watkins is just at 48.5 yards; will he hit the Over against the San Francisco 49ers?

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The San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs are gearing up to square off in Super Bowl LIV, which kicks off from Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens Sunday night. It’s a matchup between two of the best offenses in the NFL this season, though they get the job done in different ways.

The Chiefs feature a pass-heavy attack with quarterback Patrick Mahomes, while the 49ers lean on their running game and use quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo as a complement.

Super Bowl prop bets are aplenty each year, and one of the most intriguing is Chiefs wide receiver Sammy Watkins’ receiving yardage line. BetMGM sportsbook has set the Over/Under at 48.5 yards receiving, which is right on par with his 2019 average of 48.1 yards per game.

Sammy Watkins’ Super Bowl LIV prop bet: Receiving yards: 48.5

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The line is the same on both side of the total, set at -112 for both Over and Under 48.5 yards. Watkins is the No. 2 wide receiver for the Chiefs, but he’s the third option in the passing game – behind wide receiver Tyreek Hill and tight end Travis Kelce.

Watkins’ last seven games have been a mixed bag, which does nothing to help project how many yards he’ll rack up during the Super Bowl. In those games, he’s totaled 19 receptions for 325 yards with one touchdown. It’s an underwhelming stat line, to say the least, but he’s been more productive in the postseason than he was toward the end of the regular season.

In his two playoff games, he caught two passes for 76 yards against the Houston Texans, and seven passes for 114 yards against the Tennessee Titans. That’s good for a total of 190 yards on nine receptions. With the way he’s been playing the last two weeks, making big plays in the passing game, I’m inclined to take the OVER (-112) on this line.

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For the most part, the opportunities have been there for Watkins. He’s been targeted at least five times in 10 games this season, but only twice did he go over 100 yards receiving. You may remember he started the 2019 season with a nine-catch, 198-yard and three-touchdown performance against the Jacksonville Jaguars – that was also the last time he found the end zone on a reception.  In nine games, he had at least 49 yards, including both postseason games.

The issue with Watkins is his boom-or-bust tendency. He had four catches for at least 30 yards this season, but 24 of his 52 receptions went for fewer than 10 yards. He averaged a career-low 12.9 yards per catch this season and only 7.5 yards per target – down from 9.4 in 2018.

What works in Watkins’ favor is the fact that the Chiefs lean heavily on their passing attack. Mahomes has thrown 35 passes in each of his last two games, completing 23 passes in each. He’s not afraid to take chances, either, so expect him to take at least a few shots downfield to Hill, Watkins and rookie Mecole Hardman. With Hill and Kelce commanding a lot of a defense’s attention, it helps Watkins/Hardman break free at times in single coverage.

It could only take one or two catches for Watkins to go over 48 yards, so I’m going with the OVER (-112) and so should you.

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2020 Super Bowl Prop Bets: How many rushing yards for 49ers RB Raheem Mostert?

Analyzing 2020 Super Bowl prop bets centered around San Francisco 49ers RB Raheem Mostert’s rushing yards.

Among the many prop bets available for those wishing to place a wager on Super Bowl LIV this Sunday are player props. How many yards will certain players gain? How many touchdowns? Will they score touchdowns?

Here we look at San Francisco 49ers RB Raheem Mostert and the number of rushing yards he will gain against the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2020 Super Bowl.

Raheem Mostert’s 2020 Super Bowl rushing yards

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Yards Over Under
60.5 -182 +150
100.5 +370 -500

Mostert had a career-high 220 rushing yards in the NFC Championship against the Green Bay Packers. It was the second-highest single-game playoff rushing total in NFL history.

How will he follow it up in Super Bowl LIV?

Raheem Mostert’s history

Mostert has only two career games with more than 100 yards and plays in an offense that uses running backs by committee. His rushing output against the Packers was in large part because he had more opportunities as a result of Tevin Coleman dislocating his shoulder and the 49ers holding a large lead from start to finish.

Mostert gained fewer than 60 rushing yards in each of his previous two games.

Excluding the 29 carries he received against the Packers, he averaged 9.3 rushing attempts per game this season. He averaged 5.6 yards per attempt, so using the average, he would be on track for about 52 yards.

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The Chiefs’ run defense in recent weeks

Kansas City has allowed only 93.5 rushing yards per game over itslast eight contests. The Chiefs have allowed only three individual backs to exceed 60 yards in that time frame — Melvin Ingram, Josh Jacobs and Derrick Henry, all of whom are considered among the most talented feature backs in the league.

Mostert is not a feature back in the 49ers offense.

How will the game go?

Whether or not Mostert gets enough carries to get to 60.5 or 100.5 will depend on a couple of things — his effectiveness and whether the game is close.

The Chiefs can put up points in a hurry. If they build a lead of more than one score, it will be hard for the 49ers to keep running the ball. If the game is close throughout, Mostert can do it. Coleman might play but won’t be 100%. Mostert will get most of the carries, while Coleman and Matt Breida will be complementary pieces.

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The easy bet is to go UNDER 100.5 yards at -500, but it won’t win enough money to be worth the while. A $10 bet will gain only $2 in profit. Mostert’s history and the Chiefs’ play suggest he will not get over 100.

Less certain is whether to go Over or Under the 60.5 yards.

It will come down to this: If you believe the Chiefs will mostly be in control of the game and the 49ers will have to play catchup, take the UNDER 60.5 (+150), which gives you the best value. Every $10 wagered wins $15. This is where I would place my wager.

If you believe the game will be highly competitive and neither team will pull away, take the Over 60.5 (-182). Every $10 wagered will earn a profit $5.49.

If you believe the 49ers will control the game like they did against the Packers in the NFC title game, go big and bet Over 100.5 (+370) and go for a huge payout of $37 for every $10 wagered.

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2020 Super Bowl Prop Betting: First quarter points total

How many points will be scored in the first quarter of the 2020 Super Bowl? Analyzing the 49ers-Chiefs betting odds and lines, with picks.

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Super Bowl LIV is expected to be a pretty high-scoring affair, as the San Francisco 49ers meet up with the Kansas City Chiefs Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. The projected points total for the game currently sits at 54.5 at BetMGM. The Chiefs are projected to score 28 points, while the implied total for the 49ers is 26.5 points.

But what about the first quarter of the game? It is typically the lower-scoring quarter, and the total for the first 15 minutes will typically fall below one-fourth of the game total. Let’s take a look at the betting options, and dig into some numbers to see which side would be best to take for the first quarter points total of Super Bowl LIV.

Super Bowl LIV first quarter total odds

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Line Over Under
7.5 -175 +145
9.5 -167 +135
10.5 +105 -125
11.5 +105 -125

As you can see, the two teams are expected to combine for about 10 points in the first 15 minutes of action. Note that the payouts for the Over/Under 10.5 total are the same as the 11.5 total. While it’s highly unlikely the first quarter ends with exactly 11 points scored, we might as well take the extra point we’re being given. Therefore, use 10.5 if taking the Over, and 11.5 if betting the Under.

Let’s take a look at what the two teams have done so far this season during the first quarter.

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How the 49ers and Chiefs have fared so far

There have been plenty of points scored early on in both Chief playoff games, as they have trailed 10-7 and 21-0 at the end of quarter number one in their two AFC playoff games. However, more than 10 points were scored in just five of their 16 regular-season games, and they didn’t clear the mark in any of their final seven games.

During that stretch, the Chiefs averaged 5.1 points during the first quarter, while they held their opponents to just 10 points total (1.4 per game). In those seven games, seven points or less were scored in the first quarter five times, though it happened just one other time over the course of Kansas City’s season.

As for the 49ers, there have been more than 10 points scored in the first quarter in 8 of their 18 games (including playoffs), but just three times in their last 10 games. The strong San Francisco defense has held its opponents scoreless through 15 minutes an impressive eight times, including in the NFC Championship against the Green Bay Packers.

Using 7.5 points as the cutoff, the 49ers have landed Under that number just five times on the season. They have surrendered a total of just 73 points in the first quarter (4.1 per game).

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The Chiefs and 49ers have each played to 10 points or less in the first quarter in the majority of their games this season. For both teams, it has been a more common occurrence during the second half of the year. Therefore, UNDER 11.5 (-125) looks like a solid play here.

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Super Bowl commercial rush with YouTube’s AdBlitz: What’s trending in the commercial world as SB LIV nears

Super Bowl Sunday is right around the corner, and the list of commercials that will star on the biggest stage is growing by the minute. It’s a rush to Miami-which is the perfect time to see what’s trending on AdBlitz , a YouTube exclusive. Not all …

Super Bowl Sunday is right around the corner, and the list of commercials that will star on the biggest stage is growing by the minute. It’s a rush to Miami—which is the perfect time to see what’s trending on AdBlitz, a YouTube exclusive.

Not all the Super Bowl spots that make the largest impact happen during the game

One of this year’s top pre-Super Bowl hits, Secret Deodorant is making a big splash (or kick, in the case) with its ‘The Secret Kicker’ spot. But it won’t be turning heads during the commercial breaks in the game. Instead, the spot will air during the FOX Super Bowl Pregame Show. The 60-second ad stars U.S. soccer players Carli Lloyd and Crystal Dunn, and delivers a powerful message about equal opportunity for women while “kicking inequality.”

AdBlitz Tally: Over 13 million views

Alexa, Portia, and Ellen have people’s attention

Amazon has had success with its creative spots that feature Alexa, with last year’s “Not Everything Makes the Cut,” starring Forrest Whitaker and Harrison Ford taking second place in the Ad Meter rankings. And this year looks like the familiar cloud-based voice service might again be a top contender. The teaser with Portia, Ellen, and a very patient Alexa teases at more than what the room temperature will ultimately be.

AdBlitz Tally: 5.3-plus million views

There’s no such thing as a bad Sam Elliott monologue

The longtime actor lends his iconic voice and presence in the Doritos teaser aptly titled “Monologue,” a 60-second narration that makes the audience quickly realize that Sam Elliott’s reciting of Lil Nas X’s ‘Old Town Road’ is quite the ear treasure. And now, the question remains: what’s the thumping, Sam?

AdBlitz Tally: Almost 7.2 million views

The wait was worth it

 

Porsche is back in the Super Bowl Sunday ad space for the first tie since 1997—the year Pepsi took top spot in the Ad Meter rankings with an ode to the Village People—and the buzz generated from the company’s 2020 spot has been as electric as the star of the show: the fully-electric powered Taycan. Titled “The Heist,” the company shows off the new model while paying homage to the 70-plus year history that is Porsche automotive creation.

 

AdBlitz Tally: Nearly 7.4 million views

Don’t forget the trailers

The Big Game isn’t just about beers, cars, candy, and soft drinks—it’s also the opportune time for Hollywood to showcase some of the things audiences will tune into once football season is over. One of the most viewed trailers so far has been the Amazon original series, “Hunters,” starring Al Pacino.

AdBlitz Tally: Over 1.2 million views

2020 Super Bowl viewing guide: What time does the Super Bowl start?

Everything you need to know at a glance about the 2020 Super Bowl, including where and when to watch, as well as halftime performers.

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The 2020 Super Bowl is almost upon us. Are you ready for your Super Bowl party? If not, we’re here to help with a how-to Super Bowl viewing cheat sheet for everything you need to know at a glance around the 2020 Super Bowl.

What teams are in the 2020 Super Bowl?

The San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs represent the NFC and AFC, respectively, in the 2020 Super Bowl.

The 49ers were the No. 1 seed in the NFC and the Chiefs were No. 2 in the AFC. While the 49ers were last in the Super Bowl Feb. 3, 2013 (they lost to the Baltimore Ravens in that one), and they haven’t won the Super Bowl since the end of the 1994 season (Super Bowl XXIX) when they defeated the San Diego Chargers 49-26. The Chiefs, on the other hand, haven’t been to the Super Bowl since Jan. 11, 1970 (Super Bowl IV), when they beat the Minnesota Vikings 23-7.

When is the 2020 Super Bowl?

Super Bowl LIV takes place this Sunday, February 2, at Hard Rock Stadium, located in Miami Gardens, Florida, which is just north of Miami.

What time does the 2020 Super Bowl start?

Kickoff of Super Bowl LIV is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET.

Where can I watch the 2020 Super Bowl?

To catch the game on your television, tune into FOX. Check your local listings.

Who is singing the national anthem at the 2020 Super Bowl?

Jan 26, 2020; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Demi Lovato performs ÒAnyoneÓ during the 62nd annual GRAMMY Awards on Jan. 26, 2020 at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, Calif. (Photo Credit: Robert Hanashiro – USA TODAY)

To open Super Bowl LIV, the national anthem will be sung by Demi Lovato.

Who is performing during halftime of Super Bowl 2020?

MADRID, SPAIN – NOVEMBER 24: Musician Shakira performs in the opening ceremony prior to the Final between Spain and Canada during Day Seven of the 2019 David Cup at La Caja Magica on November 24, 2019 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo Credit: Alex Pantling – Getty Images)

Jennifer Lopez and Shakira will co-headline the Super Bowl LIV halftime show. It will be the first Super Bowl halftime performance for both pop artists.

The Super Bowl halftime show should happen right around 8 p.m. ET if everything goes to schedule.

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Who is favored to win the 2020 Super Bowl?

That really depends on who you ask and whether or not they’re a fan of the 49ers or Chiefs. … This game is expected to be a close one, at least according to the oddsmakers at BetMGM.

The Chiefs are viewed as the slight favorite over the 49ers, per BetMGM odds. The Super Bowl odds have the Chiefs at -121 to win straight up, while the 49ers are +105 underdogs on the Moneyline.

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What is the Super Bowl spread and odds?

The Chiefs are, as of Wednesday morning, still favored over the 49ers by a very, very slim 1.5 points. That means the Chiefs need to win by at least 2 points to cover a bet for them Against the Spread, or the 49ers have to lose by no more than one point or win outright for an ATS bet on them to cash.

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What is the Over/Under for the 2020 Super Bowl?

As of Wednesday morning, the Over/Under is at 54.5 combined points between the 49ers and Chiefs.

Where can I bet on the Super Bowl online?

Unfortunately, many states still do not allow online sports betting. Yet.

However, if you’re in New Jersey or West Virginia, to place a legal sports bet online, visit BetMGM.

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