Although there are people who strictly bet on sports in attempt to make money, the majority of us are simply trying to make things even more interesting. It’s also the classic example of why so many of us love to bet on the Super Bowl.
All three of those things (the Super Bowl going to OT for the first time, the Patriots covering, and the game going over) led to a great night for most of the betting public and a miserable evening for the bookies. But then New England stormed back to win in overtime, covering the point spread and sending the game over in the process. Under bettors and Falcons backers were probably counting their winnings when Atlanta led 28-3 late in the third quarter.
And what an emotional ride it was for anyone who had some cheddar invested in the outcome! The American Gaming Association estimates that nearly $5 billion was wagered on Super Bowl 51 between the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons. Every year, the number of people who bet on the biggest game in North American professional sports continues to grow, and so does the amount of money that rides on it. So, you want to bet on the Super Bowl? Join the club.
