Super Bowl LX is just days away. Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium, where the Seattle Seahawks (NFC champs) face the New England Patriots (AFC champs) in a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX. Whether you’re hosting a watch party, running an office pool, or joining friends remotely, teaching everyone how to play Super Bowl Squares (aka football squares or box pool) is the perfect low-effort, high-fun game. No deep football knowledge needed. Just luck and a 10×10 grid.
Our free tools make setup easy. Download a blank printable grid PDF or use our interactive generator to customize teams and randomize numbers instantly. Here’s everything you need to run a smooth pool.
What Is Super Bowl Squares?
It’s a 100-square grid game where players buy spots, random numbers (0-9) are assigned to rows/columns (representing the last digit of each team’s score), and winners cash in based on quarter-end and final scores. Pure chance. Great for casual fans. Popular payouts add extra drama to the Seahawks-Pats rematch.
Step-by-Step: How to Play Super Bowl Squares (and Setup)
Follow these steps to get your pool running in minutes for Super Bowl LX.
- Create Your Grid
Start with a 10×10 grid (100 total squares).- Option 1 (Simple & Free): Download our printable Super Bowl Squares template PDF.
Download Free Printable 100-Square Grid PDF Here - Option 2 (Interactive & Custom): Use our free Super Bowl Squares Random Number Generator & Grid Maker. Enter teams (e.g., Seahawks top/horizontal, Patriots side/vertical), fill squares with player names, then randomize. Outputs to PDF for sharing/printing.
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- Option 1 (Simple & Free): Download our printable Super Bowl Squares template PDF.
- Sell or Assign Squares
Decide pricing: $5–$20 per square (common for $500–$2,000 pots). Players pick spots (manually or random quick-pick). Fill names/initials in the boxes. Aim to fill all 100 for max fun (or partial for smaller groups).
Tip: For remote friends, share the PDF or generator link via group chat/email—let them claim digitally. - Randomize the Numbers (The Key Step!)
Wait until all squares are claimed—then assign digits 0-9 randomly to the top row (one team’s scores) and side column (other team’s). This keeps it fair—no one picks “hot” numbers early.- Use our generator’s one-click “Randomize Numbers” button for instant, unbiased assignment.
- Alternatives: Draw slips from a hat, use random.org, or apps. Never reveal numbers until sold!
Historical note: Digits like 0, 1, 3, 4, 7 often hit more due to NFL scoring, but it’s still random luck.
- Track Winners During the Game
At the end of each quarter (Q1, Q2, Q3) and final score (including OT):- Take the last digit of each team’s score.
- Find the intersecting square (e.g., Seahawks 14 → last digit 4; Patriots 7 → last digit 7 → square at row 7 / column 4 wins that period).
Example: Halftime score Seahawks 17 – Patriots 10 → digits 7 and 0 win halftime pot.
Most treat OT as part of the final score; clarify upfront.
- Handle Payouts
Agree on structure before selling squares. Popular options:- Equal Split: $250 per quarter + $250 final ($1,000 total pot).
- Progressive: Q1 $100, Q2 $200, Q3 $200, Final $500 (rewards late-game drama).
- Percentage: 20% Q1, 30% halftime, 20% Q3, 30% final.
- Variations: Extra for biggest margin, re-randomize at halftime, or multiple grids for big groups.
Pay via Venmo/cash/CashApp/etc
Common Variations to Change Things Up
- 25-Square Mini Grid: For smaller parties (5×5).
- Halftime Re-Randomize: Shuffle numbers again at break for extra chances.
- Random Name Placement: Let the generator or app assign squares randomly instead of picking.
- Playoff Extension: Run grids for conference championships too.
Tips for a Smooth Super Bowl Squares Pool
- Set rules early (payouts, OT handling, what if tiebreaker needed).
- Fill early to build hype during the week.
- Share digitally for remote players.
- Avoid peeking at numbers. Being fair and making it fun is more important.
- Add side fun: Pair with our Super Bowl trivia for halftime.
Super Bowl LX Quick Info (Feb 8, 2026)
- Matchup: Seattle Seahawks vs. New England Patriots (rematch of XLIX—Pats won 28-24 on Malcolm Butler’s INT).
- Time: 6:30 PM ET / 3:30 PM PT.
- Venue: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, CA.
- Broadcast: NBC, Peacock, Universo.
- Halftime: Bad Bunny.
- Odds (as of early Feb): Seahawks slight favorites (~ -4.5 spread), O/U ~45.5. Check live lines.
Ready to run your pool? Start here:
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Download Printable Blank Grid PDF
More Super Bowl Resources
- Super Bowl Trivia: 40+ Questions & Answers (/super-bowl-trivia-questions-answers/) – Party brain-teasers.
- Free Parlay Odds Calculator 2026 – Build Multi-Leg Bets for Super Bowl LX & Olympics
- Free Odds Converter – American, Decimal, Fractional & Implied Probability
- Free Printable Super Bowl LX Bingo Cards 2026
- Future NFL Schedules
- Super Bowl LX Prop Bets
