The Super Bowl coin toss is one of the most anticipated “bets” of the year. It is a simple 50/50 flip that kicks off the action before the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks battle in Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium. With odds typically at +100 for heads or tails, it’s an easy entry point for casual fans, but is it really worth your time or money? We dove into the history, trends, and data to break it down.
At SportsBrackets.net, we’re all about fun, free tools for game day. While the coin toss is pure luck, you can use it as a low-stakes addition to your party pools. Read on for the full scoop, including a table of all past results, and grab our printable prop bets sheets to build real excitement.
What Is the Super Bowl Coin Toss Bet?
Before every Super Bowl, the referee flips a coin (heads or tails) to decide which team gets the ball first. Bettors can wager on the outcome – heads or tails – with most sportsbooks offering even odds (+100, meaning a $10 bet wins $10 profit). Some books also let you bet on which team wins the toss or if the toss winner chooses to receive/defer.
Key rules: The flip uses a special commemorative coin (e.g., Super Bowl LX design). Captains from both teams call it in the air. It’s over in seconds, but it generates massive betting volume – often millions wagered.
Why the Coin Toss Is Considered a “Sucker Bet”
Despite the hype, experts call the Super Bowl Coin Toss a sucker bet for good reason:
- No edge: It’s truly 50/50 – no skill, research, or trends can predict it reliably. Sportsbooks love it for the built-in vig (juice), often pushing odds to -105 or worse.
- Historical “trends” are misleading: Tails has a slight edge (31-28 overall through Super Bowl LIX), but that’s random variance, not a pattern. Streaks like heads’ 5 in a row (2009–2013) or tails’ 8 of 9 (1998–2006) even out over time.
- Low value: Unlike props with analyzable stats (e.g., passing yards), this is pure gamble. Plus, toss winners lose the game 57% of the time historically – no correlation to victory.
- Marketing trap: Books promote it as “fun” to draw in casual bettors, but it’s essentially a coin flip with house edge.
That said, for entertainment at your watch party, it’s harmless fun – no real money needed. Just flip a coin among friends and tie it to our printable squares!
Super Bowl Coin Toss Historical Trends
Here are the Super Bowl coin toss historical trends for you to check out.
- Overall record: Tails leads 31-28 through 59 Super Bowls (52.5% tails).
- Recent trends: Heads won 5 of the last 8 (through Super Bowl LIX), but tails has won the last two (LVIII and LIX per some updates – wait for LX!).
- Streaks: Longest tails streak: 4 (three times); heads: 5 (2009–2013).
- Team correlations: Seahawks are 3-0 on tails in Super Bowls; Patriots dynasty often tied to tails wins. Cowboys have the most toss wins (6).
- Game impact: Toss winners win the Super Bowl only 43% of the time – no real advantage.
These “trends” are fun stats, but remember: Each flip is independent. For Super Bowl LX, expect tails calls from both teams (common strategy), with the coin being a special Lombardi Trophy design.
Past Super Bowl Coin Toss Odds Results Table
Here’s a complete historical table from Super Bowl I to LIX (through 2025). Data compiled from reliable sources – tails holds a slim lead, but no predictable pattern. We also include whether or not the coin toss winner won the game or not for you here.
| Super Bowl | Year | Heads/Tails | Toss Winner | Game Winner | Toss Winner Won Game? |
| I | 1967 | Heads | Packers | Packers | Yes |
| II | 1968 | Tails | Raiders | Packers | No |
| III | 1969 | Heads | Jets | Jets | Yes |
| IV | 1970 | Tails | Vikings | Chiefs | No |
| V | 1971 | Tails | Cowboys | Colts | No |
| VI | 1972 | Heads | Dolphins | Cowboys | No |
| VII | 1973 | Heads | Dolphins | Dolphins | Yes |
| VIII | 1974 | Heads | Dolphins | Dolphins | Yes |
| IX | 1975 | Tails | Steelers | Steelers | Yes |
| X | 1976 | Heads | Cowboys | Steelers | No |
| XI | 1977 | Heads | Raiders | Raiders | Yes |
| XII | 1978 | Tails | Cowboys | Cowboys | Yes |
| XIII | 1979 | Tails | Cowboys | Steelers | No |
| XIV | 1980 | Heads | Rams | Steelers | No |
| XV | 1981 | Tails | Eagles | Raiders | No |
| XVI | 1982 | Heads | Bengals | 49ers | No |
| XVII | 1983 | Tails | Dolphins | Redskins | No |
| XVIII | 1984 | Heads | Redskins | Raiders | No |
| XIX | 1985 | Tails | Dolphins | 49ers | No |
| XX | 1986 | Tails | Bears | Bears | Yes |
| XXI | 1987 | Tails | Broncos | Giants | No |
| XXII | 1988 | Heads | Broncos | Redskins | No |
| XXIII | 1989 | Heads | Bengals | 49ers | No |
| XXIV | 1990 | Heads | Broncos | 49ers | No |
| XXV | 1991 | Heads | Bills | Giants | No |
| XXVI | 1992 | Tails | Redskins | Redskins | Yes |
| XXVII | 1993 | Heads | Bills | Cowboys | No |
| XXVIII | 1994 | Tails | Bills | Cowboys | No |
| XXIX | 1995 | Tails | 49ers | 49ers | Yes |
| XXX | 1996 | Tails | Cowboys | Cowboys | Yes |
| XXXI | 1997 | Tails | Patriots | Packers | No |
| XXXII | 1998 | Tails | Packers | Broncos | No |
| XXXIII | 1999 | Tails | Falcons | Broncos | No |
| XXXIV | 2000 | Tails | Rams | Rams | Yes |
| XXXV | 2001 | Heads | Giants | Ravens | No |
| XXXVI | 2002 | Tails | Rams | Patriots | No |
| XXXVII | 2003 | Tails | Buccaneers | Buccaneers | Yes |
| XXXVIII | 2004 | Tails | Panthers | Patriots | No |
| XXXIX | 2005 | Tails | Eagles | Patriots | No |
| XL | 2006 | Tails | Seahawks | Steelers | No |
| XLI | 2007 | Heads | Bears | Colts | No |
| XLII | 2008 | Tails | Giants | Giants | Yes |
| XLIII | 2009 | Heads | Cardinals | Steelers | No |
| XLIV | 2010 | Heads | Saints | Saints | Yes |
| XLV | 2011 | Heads | Packers | Packers | Yes |
| XLVI | 2012 | Heads | Patriots | Giants | No |
| XLVII | 2013 | Heads | Ravens | Ravens | Yes |
| XLVIII | 2014 | Tails | Seahawks | Seahawks | Yes |
| XLIX | 2015 | Tails | Seahawks | Patriots | No |
| 50 | 2016 | Tails | Panthers | Broncos | No |
| LI | 2017 | Heads | Falcons | Patriots | No |
| LII | 2018 | Heads | Eagles | Eagles | Yes |
| LIII | 2019 | Heads | Rams | Patriots | No |
| LIV | 2020 | Tails | 49ers | Chiefs | No |
| LV | 2021 | Heads | Chiefs | Buccaneers | No |
| LVI | 2022 | Heads | Bengals | Rams | No |
| LVII | 2023 | Tails | Eagles | Chiefs | No |
| LVIII | 2024 | Heads | 49ers | Chiefs | No |
| LIX | 2025 | Tails | Chiefs | Chiefs | Yes |
Super Bowl LX Coin Toss Odds & Predictions
For 2026: Odds are +100 for heads/tails at major books (some -105 with juice). Both teams may call tails (common for luck), but history shows no edge. Our pick: Tails for the slight historical lean – but it’s a flip!
Tips for Your Super Bowl Party
Skip real bets on the toss – instead, make it a free game! Flip a coin with friends and tie winners to prizes from our Super Bowl Squares or Bingo Cards. Add it to your printable prop bets sheets for extra fun.
Check out our free tools:
- Super Bowl Squares Generator
- Printable Super Bowl Squares Template
- Super Bowl Bingo Generator
- Printable Patriots Prop Bets Sheet
- Printable Seahawks Prop Bets Sheet
Head to SportsBrackets.net for more Super Bowl LX printables and guides. Enjoy the game – may your coin (and team) land right!
Disclaimer
This article is for entertainment and informational purposes only. All odds and data are approximate and subject to change. SportsBrackets.net does not offer, promote, or facilitate real-money gambling. We encourage responsible participation-if you or someone you know has a gambling problem, seek help from resources like the National Council on Problem Gambling (1-800-GAMBLER) or visit 1800gambler.net. No guarantees on predictions or outcomes. Always verify with licensed sportsbooks in your jurisdiction.
