Super Bowl parties get way more exciting when everyone has skin in the game. Super Bowl Squares makes this happen without anyone needing to understand football strategy or complicated rules. Your grandma and your fantasy football expert friend have the exact same chance to win.
The New England Patriots face the Seattle Seahawks at Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. This rematch from their Super Bowl XLIX meeting in 2015 should create plenty of scoring opportunities. That means more chances for your squares pool to pay out winners throughout the game.
Download Your Free Super Bowl Printable Template
We created a ready-to-use Super Bowl Squares template specifically for the Patriots vs Seahawks matchup. Download it and print it out. The template features team logos, color-coded squares, and a built-in score tracking section.
The template includes:
- A complete 10×10 grid with 100 squares
- Patriots and Seahawks team logos and colors
- Space for random number assignment (0-9)
- Score tracking boxes for all four quarters
- Quarter prize indicators (Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4)
- Professional stadium background design
- Print-ready US Letter size (8.5 × 11 inches)
What Are Super Bowl Squares?
Super Bowl Squares is a betting pool game that anyone can enjoy. The game uses a 10×10 grid with 100 total squares. Each square represents a possible score combination at the end of each quarter.
People claim squares by writing their names in empty boxes. After every square gets filled, you randomly assign numbers 0 through 9 to each team. Winners get determined by the last digit of each team’s score when quarters end.
Pure luck decides everything. Nobody gets an edge over anyone else.
How to Play Super Bowl Squares: Step-by-Step Guide
Setting up and running your squares pool takes just a few minutes.
Step 1: Print Your Grid
Download and print the template on regular paper. Standard 8.5×11 paper works fine. Large parties can get poster-size versions from print shops for better visibility.
Step 2: Fill the Squares
Each person writes their name in empty squares. Most pools let each person claim 5 to 10 squares. This gives everyone a fair chance. Smaller groups can let people grab more squares.
Some pools charge $1 to $5 per square. That money becomes the prize pool. Other groups play just for fun and bragging rights.
Step 3: Assign Numbers Randomly
Wait until every single square has a name. This part matters a lot. Never assign numbers before all squares get claimed.
Pull numbers from a hat. Use a random number generator online. Roll dice until you get all ten digits. Any random method works. Write the numbers 0 through 9 in the green boxes at the top for the Seahawks and in the pink boxes on the left for the Patriots.
Step 4: Watch and Win
Check the scoreboard at the end of each quarter. Look at the last digit of each team’s score. Find where those two numbers meet on your grid. That person wins the prize for that quarter.
Say the halftime score is Patriots 21, Seahawks 17. The Patriots’ last digit is 1. The Seahawks’ last digit is 7. Whoever has the square where Patriots 1 meets Seahawks 7 wins the halftime payout.
Use the score tracking boxes at the bottom of the template to record winners after:
- First quarter (Q1)
- Halftime (Q2)
- Third quarter (Q3)
- Final score (Q4)
Prize Distribution Strategy
Split your prize pot across all four quarters. This keeps people watching the entire game instead of just the end.
Most pools use this breakdown:
- First Quarter: 20%
- Halftime: 30%
- Third Quarter: 20%
- Final Score: 30%
The bigger payouts at halftime and the end make sense. Those are the moments when most people pay closest attention to the game.
Best and Worst Numbers in Super Bowl Squares
All numbers start with equal chances when picked randomly. But some win more often because of how football scoring works.
Best numbers to have:
- Zero, three, and seven are the top three
- Touchdowns equal 7 points and field goals equal 3 points
- Common final scores include 17, 21, 24, 27, 14, and 20
- Top winning combinations: 0-0, 0-3, 0-7, 3-0, 3-3, 3-7, 7-0, 7-3, 7-7
Toughest numbers:
- Two, five, and nine rarely show up
- These need unusual scoring like safeties or missed extra points
- Combinations like 2-2, 5-5, and 9-9 almost never hit
The “bad” numbers do win sometimes though. That’s what makes the game exciting.
Super Bowl LX 2026: Patriots vs Seahawks
The Patriots and Seahawks last met at Super Bowl XLIX in 2015. The Patriots won that game 28-24 in a thrilling finish that came down to the final seconds. Now these two powerhouses meet again for another championship showdown 11 years later.
The Patriots finished the 2025 season with a 14-3 record as the AFC’s second seed. Quarterback Drake Maye leads their offense. The Seahawks also finished 14-3 as the NFC’s top seed. Sam Darnold guides their attack.
Game details:
- Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026
- Kickoff: 6:30 PM Eastern (3:30 PM Pacific)
- Location: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California
- TV: NBC and Telemundo
- Streaming: Peacock and Universo
- Halftime Show: Bad Bunny
- Opening Ceremony: Green Day
- National Anthem: Charlie Puth
- America the Beautiful: Brandi Carlile
- Lift Every Voice and Sing: Coco Jones
The Patriots are seeking their seventh Super Bowl title. This would be their 12th Super Bowl appearance. The Seahawks are going for their second championship. They won Super Bowl XLVIII in February 2014 against the Denver Broncos.
Tips for Hosting a Great Super Bowl Squares Party
A few simple steps make your squares pool run smoothly.
Set rules before people claim squares. Decide on square prices and payout percentages upfront. Write the rules on paper and post them next to your grid.
Fill your grid by Friday. Get all squares claimed before game day. This gives you time to assign numbers and display the completed grid where everyone can see it.
Hang the grid in a visible spot. Tape it to a wall near your TV. Make sure people can read it from across the room. The score tracking section at the bottom helps everyone follow along.
Text updates to people who can’t attend. Send grid photos after each quarter. Remote participants want to know if they won.
Print a backup grid. Spills happen at parties. Have an extra copy ready just in case.
Make number assignment public. Get everyone together when you randomly pick numbers. This keeps everything fair and builds excitement before kickoff.
2026 Super Bowl Squares FAQs
Do all 100 squares need to be filled?
The game works best with a full grid. Smaller groups can let people take multiple squares. You can also split prizes based on how many squares sold.
When should I assign the numbers?
Only after every square has a name in it. Assigning numbers before the grid fills gives unfair advantages to people who pick squares later.
What happens if the score ties at the end of a quarter?
Most pools use the next score change as the tiebreaker. Some groups split that quarter’s prize between the matching squares.
Can I use this template for other games besides the Super Bowl?
Yes. Regular season games, playoff games, and college games all work with the same format. Just write in different team names.
How do I pick numbers randomly?
Write 0 through 9 on slips of paper and pull them from a hat. Use an online random number generator. Roll ten-sided dice. Make sure everyone watches you do it.
Is playing for money legal?
Laws vary by state. Most places allow friendly social games between friends. Running it as a business is different. Check your local laws. You can always play just for fun instead of money.
What if someone claims a square but doesn’t pay?
Collect money when people write their names down. Don’t wait until after the game starts.
Make This Super Bowl Unforgettable
Super Bowl Squares turns passive viewers into active participants. Everyone watches the score at the end of each quarter. People who normally check their phones during commercials will jump up when the clock winds down.
The game requires zero skill. A football expert and someone who just came for the snacks have identical winning chances. Random luck decides everything.
Download our free template today and start filling your grid. The Patriots and Seahawks will deliver an exciting rematch 11 years after their memorable 2015 Super Bowl meeting. Bad Bunny headlines the halftime show with what promises to be an incredible performance. Green Day kicks off the pregame ceremonies with their rock anthems.
Our template makes everything easy with its color-coded design, team logos, and built-in score tracking section. Just print it on standard US Letter paper, fill it out, assign your numbers randomly, and watch the excitement build with every quarter.
Print your grid, gather your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable Super Bowl party. Someone will hit that perfect number combination when the clock hits zero. Make sure you grab a few squares so you have a shot at winning.
Download your free Super Bowl Squares template now and get your party started.
