DraftKings is known for making big sporting events even bigger with unique contests and, of course, promos. One of the most popular among these is DK Squares which is a twist on the traditional Super Bowl Squares game.
DK Squares combines the classic grid-based format with betting-style elements. It’s quickly becoming a favorite during big games and Super Bowl LIX is no different.
DK Squares is essentially DraftKings' spin on the time-tested Super Bowl Squares format.
Super Bowl Squares typically involve a 10x10 grid, where players buy or are assigned squares like in a pool. Numbers for each row represent one team and numbers for each column represent the other team. Each is assigned randomly after all squares are selected. At the end of each quarter or game, the last digit of each team's score determines the winning square.
DraftKings puts a sportsbook twist on this fundamental concept which makes it more intriguing and fun. With DK Squares, prizes, odds, and payouts incorporate the real-money betting world. This makes it more dynamic than your typical office squares pool, which you might be more familiar with.
The concept is simple and here’s how you play DK Squares.
A 10x10 grid is created, giving 100 squares in total. Each square represents a possible combination of numbers that are 0-9 for each team and matched odds for that combination.
For example, if a square corresponds to 4 for the Chiefs and 7 for the Eagles, you’d win at +700 if the last digit of the scores matched 4 and 7 for each team at a specified point in the game.
You can choose the last digits of the score for each team. You do this by picking 0-9 for the Chiefs and 0-9 for the Eagles. You’ll notice that the odds for your pick change as you change the numbers. These odds correspond with the odds table below your picks. You can make as many picks as you’d like.
The winning square is determined simply by the last digit of each team’s score. Let’s use our previous example for this.
If the score at the end of the first quarter is Chiefs 14, and Eagles 7, the winning square matches to Chiefs 4 and Eagles 7 as you picked.
This process repeats for each quarter, and the final score if you want to pick for the overall game score.
Each pick is loaded onto your bet slip so you can make any number of combinations as you’d like.
DraftKings almost always offers bonuses around big games like the Super Bowl and this year it’s no different.
New customers who sign up with DraftKings can place a simple $5 bet and get $200 in bonus bets instantly. It doesn’t matter if you win or lose, the $200 is yours to use. Of course, this bonus is broken down into 8 $25 bonus tokens that you can use on DK Squares or any other bets you might want to try out.
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While the bonus bets can’t be withdrawn directly any winnings you get from those bets are yours to keep. So, in our example above, if you placed a $25 bonus token on that DK square and it worked out in your favor, the payout would normally be $200, but instead, you’ll receive $175 to use however you want.
The fun doesn’t stop with DK squares, however. You can make other bets, such as Super Bowl moneylines, totals, or even player props. Have you ever tried live betting? You can even use these bonus bets for live, in-game bets as the action unfolds. This dual engagement lets you max out the excitement for the game.
The odds of winning a square really depend on the randomness of the game, however, certain score combinations are historically more common and the odds tend to reflect that.
Scores like 0, 3, 7, and 4 are statistically more likely to occur in football because of how points are scored—
0 is common at the start of the game and sometimes can go on into the later quarters.
3 appears more often due to field goals.
7 and its multiples are common for touchdowns with an extra point.
4 is less frequent however, it can result from safeties or scoring sequences like 14, 24, etc.
The odds are inherently lower for those numbers because DraftKings knows these frequencies as well, but you stand a better chance of walking away with some cash.
It is worth noting that the odds on these numbers are also swayed based on the popularity of certain squares just like the odds for betting outright on a game.
DK Squares brings a unique and fresh twist to the Super Bowl tradition by adding more of a sportsbook element. This not only adds some variety but also gives players more ways to win instead of just placing traditional bets on the big game.
While traditional Super Bowl Squares that you might be more familiar with typically involve fixed payouts, DK Squares offers odds-based payouts that increase your winnings based on the odds of that square. This is the big differentiator.
DraftKings sweetens the deal quite a bit by offering their latest bonus. For a limited time, you can pick 8 squares from the Super Bowl LIX DK Squares board for a simple $5 bet. It’s really that simple.
If you’re planning to watch the big clash between KC and Philadelphia in Super Bowl LIX, DK Squares is an easy and exciting way to add even more fun to the mix. It blends the simplicity of traditional Squares with the thrill of betting with dynamic odds. It offers a chance to win some serious cash for making the right picks.
Whether you’re a seasoned bettor or just in it for the fun, we think that DK Squares is a great way to enjoy the game from start to finish.
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