"We've seen everything from underdog upsets, like the Broncos stifling the Panthers in 2016, to the Eagles' dominant cover as a slight underdog in Super Bowl LIX last year. Even when the "Favorite" feels like a sure thing, history has a funny way of flipping the script. Over the last ten years, underdogs haven't just been competitive; they've been remarkably resilient. They've not only covered the spread, but won outright the last three years, and in six of seven games when covering the number."
"From the Philadelphia Eagles' recent dominant cover as underdogs in Super Bowl 59 to the rare "win but no cover" by the Rams in 2022, the spread has often told a more dramatic story than the final result itself. Whether you're a sharp or a casual fan looking to add some extra fun to your Super Bowl LX experience, understanding these historical patterns-and how underdogs have consistently defied the odds-is an important step in making your pick."
The Super Bowl point spread provides a separate competitive narrative from the final winner and often influences how bettors experience the game. Historical data from the last decade shows frequent unpredictability, with underdogs covering the spread regularly and winning outright in recent seasons. Several notable examples include Broncos' upset of the Panthers in 2016 and the Eagles' dominant cover as slight underdogs in Super Bowl LIX. Trends shifted away from an era of favorites like the Patriots dominating, toward greater volatility in outcomes relative to betting lines. Evaluating these patterns can inform wagering decisions and expectations for future championship matchups.
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