6 Super Bowl Facts To Know
February 5th, 2025
The Super Bowl is more than just a football game. It’s a cultural phenomenon that captures the attention of millions around the globe. As we gear up for Super Bowl LIX on Sunday, February 9, let’s dive into some fascinating Super Bowl facts to know before the main event!
The first Super Bowl was held on January 15, 1967.
The Super Bowl has a rich history, starting with the first matchup in January 1967 featuring the Green Bay Packers and the Kansas City Chiefs. Played at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and broadcast on two television networks, fans watched the Packers defeat the Chiefs, 35-10.
Since then, it has evolved into one of the most-watched sporting events in the world. With more than 100 million viewers tuning in each year, the Super Bowl has become a major event for more than die-hard fans.
There is only one Super Bowl that doesn’t feature Roman numerals.
Since Super Bowl V in 1971, Roman numerals have been used in the Super Bowl. The idea is credited to Lamar Hunt, who owned the Kansas City Chiefs at the time. The switch to Roman numerals was even reflected retroactively in the first four Super Bowls.
In fact, Super Bowl 50 is the only Super Bowl since 1971 without Roman numerals.
More than 100 footballs will be used during the game.
Each competing team receives 108 footballs, 54 are used for practice and the remaining 54 are for the game. Approximately 120 balls are typically used in a Super Bowl.
The commercials are just as big as the game.
One of the fun Super Bowl facts is how the commercials have become one of the most talked-about aspects of the game.
Companies spend millions on ad spots during the game, creating some of the most memorable and innovative advertisements of the year. From heartwarming tales to hilarious skits, these commercials often become part of pop culture.
To put the commercial craze in perspective, the first Super Bowl commercials that aired in 1967 cost about $40,000, equivalent to about $377,970 today. According to reports, 30-second ads for this year’s event are estimated to be at least $7 million!
The host city for the 2025 Super Bowl is New Orleans.
Super Bowl LIX will be at Caesars Superdome, home to the NFL’s Saints. New Orleans will have hosted the Super Bowl 11 times after this year’s game. This will tie them with Miami as the city to host it the most.
The halftime show comes with high expectations.
In 1993, when Michael Jackson performed, it was a halftime show game-changer. His performance had it all—special effects, pyrotechnics, backup dancers, an elaborate stage and a big name to back it up. Another iconic halftime performance was Super Bowl XLI in 2007. This is when Prince gave an electrifying performance in the rain in Miami.
Joining the long list of talent to appear at a Super Bowl halftime show is Kendrick Lamar. Lamar is performing at this year’s Super Bowl LIX.
Summary
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