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Cris Collinsworth Bets on Mentioning Mahomes This Super Bowl

2/6/2026

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Cris Collinsworth, NBC analyst, acknowledged a prop bet on whether he will mention Patrick Mahomes during the Super Bowl broadcast.
As of Thursday, the 55% odds for mentioning Patrick Mahomes reflect Collinsworth's well-known admiration for him.
Collinsworth will be calling the game between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, featuring Drake Maye and Sam Darnold.

History

Historical Context

Super Bowl III, held on January 12, 1969, marked a turning point in NFL history when the New York Jets, led by quarterback Joe Namath, defeated the heavily favored Baltimore Colts 16-7. Namath's bold guarantee of victory captivated a 3.5 million television audience, showcasing the AFL's competitiveness. This upset helped elevate the NFL's profile and set the stage for the league's eventual merger in 1970.

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Story summary

Cris Collinsworth, NBC analyst, acknowledged a prop bet on whether he will mention Patrick Mahomes during the Super Bowl broadcast.
As of Thursday, the 55% odds for mentioning Patrick Mahomes reflect Collinsworth's well-known admiration for him.
Collinsworth will be calling the game between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, featuring Drake Maye and Sam Darnold.

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