Super Bowl point spreads represent the betting line set by oddsmakers, showing the expected margin of victory for the favored team. They vary each year based on team performance leading into the game.

Recent Super Bowl Spreads

Here's a rundown of spreads from the last several Super Bowls, pulled from historical betting data up to Super Bowl LIX (played in early 2025). These tight lines reflect how competitive modern matchups have become—favorites rarely exceed 5 points anymore.

Super Bowl| Matchup| Spread
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LIX| Chiefs vs Eagles| Chiefs -1.5 1
LVIII| Chiefs vs 49ers| 49ers -2.5 1
LVII| Chiefs vs Eagles| Eagles -1.5 1
LVI| Bengals vs Rams| Rams -4.5 1
LV| Chiefs vs Buccaneers| Chiefs -3.5 1

  • Trend Insight : The past 16 Super Bowls averaged under 5-point spreads, down from blowout eras like the 1990s when lines hit double digits often. This shift ties to parity from salary caps and better drafting.
  • Coverage Note : Favorites covered in most recent games, but upsets like Super Bowl LI (Patriots rallying from 28-3) keep bettors hooked.

Record Spreads Across History

The wildest lines tell a story of NFL evolution—from lopsided early games to nail-biters today.

  • Biggest Spread : Super Bowl XXIX (49ers -18.5 vs Chargers)—Niners won 49-26, covering easily as a dynasty peak.
  • Smallest Spreads (all 1 point):
    1. Super Bowl LIV: Chiefs -1 vs 49ers (Chiefs won 31-20).
2. Super Bowl XVI: 49ers -1 vs Bengals (49ers 26-21).

3. Super Bowl VII: Dolphins -1 vs Redskins (Dolphins 14-7).
  • Other notables: Super Bowl III (Colts -18 vs Jets—infamous Jets upset fueled the AFL-NFL merger lore) and Super Bowl XXXVI (Rams -14).

Betting Context & Fan Chatter

Back in the day, spreads like Packers -14 in Super Bowl I mirrored league imbalances; now, they're razor-thin due to analytics and free agency. Forum buzz often debates "what if" scenarios—like could we see a 10+ point line again with a depleted contender? (Unlikely per trends.)

TL;DR : Most recent spreads hover 1-5 points (e.g., Chiefs -1.5 in LIX); all-time extremes hit 18.5 for 49ers in '95.

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