Super Bowl National Anthem Odds: Over/Under on Total Duration of The Star Spangled Banner

Betting on the Super Bowl national anthem odds is one of the top novelty wagers each February. You bet on whether the performer will sing for Over or Under a set amount of time. The set time is typically around 2 minutes. We are waiting to see how long the National Anthem by Charlie Puth will be set at in 2026. That line will be released soon with the Super Bowl matchup set between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.

Sportsbooks can time the anthem length differently. Some start their stopwatches as soon as the first note in the song is played from an instrument. Others only start their timer when "Oh say, can you see?" is first belted out. So, how long will Puth's performance of 'The Star Spangled Banner' be on Sunday, Feb. 8 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.? Our Liam Fox also explained how to bet on the Super Bowl national anthem.

📊 Super Bowl national anthem odds

The Over/Under for Jon Batiste's rendition of the national anthem at last year's Super Bowl was set at 120.5 seconds by FanDuel Canada.

🧑‍🎤 Who is singing the Super Bowl national anthem this year?

The singer for the 2026 Super Bowl at Levi's Stadium will be Charlie Puth.

💰 Super Bowl national anthem prop bets

Betting on the length of the national anthem isn't the only prop associated with the pregame song. Here are some other anthem markets that were available this past February.

Will the national anthem be performed with a piano?

Jon Batiste is a talented musician who often breaks out any instrument. A piano was heavily favored to appear.

Will a player or coach cry during the national anthem?

"Yes" was the significant favorite here, likely due to the presence of Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni. He famously bawled during the Super Bowl national anthem two years prior.

The Chiefs also featured an emotional individual, as defensive star Chris Jones typically cries during the anthem. Jones once again shed some tears this past February.

🎤 Length of the final "brave" note in the national anthem

The timing of the national anthem stops when the singer completes the word "brave." This can get tricky, as we've seen artists stretch that word for a good five or six seconds, or even sing the word twice.

🏈 First coach to be shown on broadcast during national anthem

One fresh betting angle to the national anthem is tied to which coach will be shown first on the TV broadcast during the national anthem. Here are what the odds looked like heading into the game this past February.

📜 Super Bowl national anthem history

Here's a look at every national anthem singer dating back to 1990:

Here are some more trends to glean from the above results:

• There's been a lot of parity lately with the national anthem totals. In the last 10 Super Bowls, the Over has hit six times, and the Under has hit four times
• Did Kelly Clarkson know about her Super Bowl national anthem odds? The inaugural American Idol champion hit the number right on the nose. Jon Batiste's version this past February was clocked right at 120.5 by some anthem stopwatches, leading to some controversy
• Only two duos have performed the national anthem, and the performances have averaged 2:13
• Group acts, in general, come in longer than average. Four groups of two-plus singers have performed the Super Bowl national anthem, with the Backstreet Boys (1:49) the quickest

📖 How to read Super Bowl national anthem odds

Reading Super Bowl national anthem odds is straightforward. Odds are usually presented in a format like +500 or -200. Positive odds (e.g., +500) show how much profit you’d make on a $100 bet.

For example, a $100 bet at +500 odds would win you $500, plus your original $100 stake, totaling $600. Negative odds (e.g., -200) indicate how much you need to bet to win $100. So, a $200 bet at -200 odds would win you $100, plus your $200 stake, totaling $300.

These odds also reflect the probability of an outcome related to the Super Bowl national anthem. Lower odds (e.g., +300) suggest a higher likelihood, while higher odds (e.g., +2000) indicate a lower probability. 

❓ Super Bowl national anthem FAQs

Who is singing the Super Bowl national anthem in 2026?

The national anthem singer for Super Bowl 60 on Feb. 8, 2026, 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 typically set around 2 minutes.

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.