2026 Super Bowl Odds Update: Post-Wild Card Contenders, Best Bets & Paths (Seahawks Still Favored, Bills/Patriots Rise – Jan 12)

2026 Super Bowl Odds Update

The 2025 NFL regular season delivered chaos, upsets, and a wide-open playoff field, but one team emerged as the clear favorite heading into the postseason: the Seattle Seahawks. With a 14-3 record, the No. 1 seed in the NFC, home-field advantage throughout the playoffs, and a stifling defense paired with Sam Darnold’s efficient playmaking, Seattle has shortened from longshot preseason odds (+6000 at some books) to consensus favorites around +400 (bet $10 to win $50 total) as of January 9, 2026.

Updated January 12, 2026 – After Wild Card Weekend results (full recap below), odds have shifted with Seahawks holding firm, Rams close behind, and Bills/Patriots surging in the AFC.

When is Super Bowl LX? 

Super Bowl LX is set for Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California-the first time the venue hosts since Super Bowl 50. With no defending champion Kansas City Chiefs in the field and a balanced mix of powerhouses and sleepers, this year’s odds reflect true unpredictability. Here’s the latest breakdown from major sportsbooks like DraftKings, BetMGM, and FanDuel (odds subject to change-check live lines).

2026 Super Bowl Odds Update

Here’s the 2026 Super Bowl Odds update for you before we get started with Wild Card weekend. The NFC West dominates the board, with Seattle and division rival Los Angeles Rams leading the pack. The AFC remains more crowded, led by the Denver Broncos’ stout defense.

Top 10 Super Bowl LX Odds (as of January 13, 2026):

  • Seahawks +275-300
  • Rams +310-320
  • Patriots +550-600
  • Bills +550-600
  • Broncos +700
  • Texans +1200
  • Bears +1600
  • 49ers +2000
  • (Removed eliminated teams like Eagles, Packers, etc.)

Best Bets & Value Plays Entering the Divisional Round

  • With Wild Card chaos in the books-epic comebacks (Bears), dominant routs (Texans 30-6 over Steelers), and a major upset (49ers over Eagles)-the Divisional Round offers strong value across the board. The Seattle Seahawks remain consensus Super Bowl favorites at +275 to +300 (DraftKings/FanDuel), thanks to their bye-week rest and home-field edge in a rubber match vs. the short-rested 49ers (+2000 to win it all, down sharply post-upset win but still live as road dogs).
  • In the NFC, the Los Angeles Rams at +310 represent solid co-favorite value with Matthew Stafford’s hot hand and a favorable path (potential home games if they advance). The biggest risers are in the AFC: Buffalo Bills (+550-600) surged after their gritty road rally, making them a strong play to reach the Conference Championship (+200 range) or even the Super Bowl (+550 offers value vs. implied odds, given Josh Allen’s playoff clutch factor). New England Patriots (+550-600) are another sharp mover post their defensive masterclass over the Chargers-
  • Drake Maye’s emergence makes them undervalued at home vs. the Texans (+1200 overall, but +3 road favorites in some lines). Denver Broncos (+700) slip despite the No. 1 seed and bye (home altitude advantage, but Bills opened as slight road faves at -1.5), creating contrarian value on Denver moneyline or defense props.
  • Overall, lean toward AFC road value (Bills + Pats futures) while hedging NFC West dominance (Seahawks/Rams to win conference). Shop lines on DraftKings, FanDuel, or ESPN BET for the best numbers-odds shift fast heading into Saturday kickoff.

Printable Paths to Super Bowl LX

Track your bracket and paths all postseason long! Download our free printable 2026 NFL Playoff Bracket with updated matchups, dates, TV, and blank spaces for projections:

Note: Odds via DraftKings, BetMGM, FanDuel, and prediction markets (e.g., Kalshi/Polymarket) as of January 23, 2026. Always gamble responsibly and check local laws.

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Laurie Marion is a dedicated hockey and college football enthusiast on the Sports Brackets team. A lifelong Boston Bruins fan and proud supporter of the Minnesota Golden Gophers and Big Ten, she covers schedules, brackets, playoffs, and more with passion and expertise.