2026 Super Bowl National Anthem Predictions: Will Charlie Puth Go Over or Under?

For the 2026 Super Bowl, multi-platinum artist Charlie Puth has the honor of singing 'The Star-Spangled Banner' before the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks kick off in Santa Clara, Calif., on Sunday. But how long will it take him to belt out that final note? With -110 betting odds for the Over or Under set at 119.5 seconds, it's time to dig into my 2026 Super Bowl national anthem predictions.

If you need a helping hand, our Liam Fox also explained how to bet on the Super Bowl national anthem, while Sean Tomlinson gets you set with his national anthem betting trends.

♪ 2026 Super Bowl national anthem odds & Over/Under prediction

Will Charlie Puth go Over or Under 119.5 seconds via FanDuel Canada? Let's find out.

Here are the lines - let's go with what we know so far. Across the last five Super Bowls, the Over has hit four times. So, it's an easy bet to make, right? Not so fast.

Puth told Ryan Seacrest a couple of weeks ago that he wants his rendition of 'The Star-Spangled Banner' to emulate Whitney Houston's Super Bowl 25 version. Houston set the gold standard at 117 seconds. Of course, that would ultimately cash the Under in this market. So where do we go from here?

My prediction: Well, when you look at Puth's background, he's one of the most meticulous singers of the 21st century. There’s no record of Puth having performed the national anthem at a sporting event before, but his vocal style and musical approach suggest he would likely deliver a fairly timely rendition. Just take a look at this video from five years ago - what do you notice? A fast, quick-paced version of the national anthem. Take the Under, and start your Super Bowl with a W.

💰 Super Bowl national anthem prop bets and predictions

Betting on the length of the national anthem isn't the only national anthem prop you can bet on. Let's dive into some more and make our predictions for each.

Total length of last "Brave" note held by Charlie Puth

And the home ... of the ... braaaAAAAAAAaaaaavveee. Or something like that.

Did I sing this to see how long three seconds really is? Yes. But it was for the love of the game.

If it were me singing, I'd take the Under. However, we're going to try and thread the needle here with an Over (-122) play, because while Whitney Houston ran through her anthem with expertise, she did sing that final note for close to six seconds. If Puth wants to do a rendition like hers, he'll do the same.

First quarterback shown on broadcast during national anthem

This Super Bowl prop is settled according to which quarterback is shown on the broadcast first during the national anthem duration. If no quarterback is shown, bets will be void.

While Darnold is the Super Bowl MVP odds favorite, Drake Maye is a regular-season MVP candidate on top of being the youngest starting quarterback in Super Bowl history. I can just see the camera panning to head coach Mike Vrabel before transitioning to Maye. Let's cash this -160 ticket.

First coach shown on broadcast during national anthem

Settled according to which Coach is shown on broadcast first during the national anthem duration. If no coach is shown, bets will be void.

Speaking of the camera panning to coaches - all paths lead to Vrabel being shown first. NBC loves a full-circle story, too. Vrabel isn't just a coach; he’s a Patriots legend who won three rings as a player under Bill Belichick. This is his first year as the New England head coach, and he's orchestrated one of the greatest one-year turnarounds in NFL history. The production crew will likely want to establish this legacy storyline immediately as the broadcast begins. Take Vrabel.

Will a player or coach cry during the national anthem?

Settled "yes" if a player or coach is shown on broadcast with a tear on their cheek during the national anthem. Must be shown on broadcast.

Vrabel is the primary reason the "Yes" is so heavily juiced. This isn't just a game for him - it's a massive legacy moment. On the other side, Macdonald is in his first Super Bowl as a head coach after turning Seattle into the NFC's top defense. The first-timer nerves often break even the toughest coaches during the flyover. Take "Yes" here even with the short odds. Here's a look at the "criers" in recent years:

❓ Super Bowl national anthem FAQs

Who is singing the Super Bowl national anthem in 2026?

The national anthem singer for Super Bowl 60 on Sunday, will be pop singer Charlie Puth.

What is the Super Bowl national anthem Over/Under?

The Over/Under for the length of the national anthem is 119.5 seconds at FanDuel Canada.

Can I bet on the Super Bowl national anthem?

Legal U.S. sports betting sites are not allowed to offer straight odds on the length of the national anthem itself, though it can be combined with a bet found in the final box score.

Who is the Super Bowl favorite?

The Seattle Seahawks are the Super Bowl betting favorite heading into the Divisional Round, with odds set at +300.

When will the 2026 Super Bowl be played?

Super Bowl 60 will be played on Feb. 8, 2026.

Where will the 2026 Super Bowl be played?

The 2026 Super Bowl will take place at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

How to watch Super Bowl 2026

NBC will broadcast Super Bowl 60 nationally.