15 things casual fans need to know about Super Bowl XLIX

Jan 24, 2015; Phoenix, AZ, USA; George Bradbury (left) and Jessica Bradbury pose with the Lombardi trophy at the NFL Experience at Phoenix Convention Center in advance of Super Bowl XLIX between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

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January 27, 2015 - 1:01 pm

NFL diehards are anticipating an evenly-matched affair between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLIX. Casual fans, meanwhile, may simply be prepping for funny commercials and the halftime show featuring Katy Perry.

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The bettor placed a $100 parlay in May on the Rangers to win the World Series (22-1), the Chiefs to win the Super Bowl (6-1) and a team to win the NBA title at 70-1.

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April 10, 2024 - 6:37 pm

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Super Bowl’s record TV ratings increase after custom survey

By Mick Akers / RJ

February 23, 2024 - 11:59 am

The TV broadcast for Super Bowl 58 at Allegiant Stadium was watched by nearly two-thirds of Americans, according to a custom Nielsen survey commissioned by the NFL.

‘This is what we’re created for’: Commissioners applaud Super Bowl success

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Las Vegas’ Super Bowl success shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone, according to Clark County Commissioners.

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Legendary sports bettor Billy Walters said he was betting on the Chiefs in Super Bowl 58. But some in the gambling world didn’t believe him.

58 best moments from Super Bowl 58 — PHOTOS

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Super Bowl success highlights Las Vegas’ transportation shortcomings

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By the time Las Vegas hosts its next Super Bowl, new infrastructure will help make transportation and accommodation better, but the need for another airport looms large.

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Super Bowl Friday, Saturday brought highest room rates on record

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