Seahawks or Patriots? Guacamole or buffalo dip? Katy Perry or Lenny Kravitz? Regardless of whom you are cheering for on Sunday’s big game, we can all agree that the Super Bowl is one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year. From the commercials to the food, these fun facts are sure to keep you entertained while awaiting kickoff this weekend.
- Approximately 9 million pounds of guacamole and over 14,000 tons of chips are consumed on Super Bowl Sunday. (Hass Avocado Board)
- Super Bowl viewers will consume over 25 billion chicken wings during the game. (National Chicken Council)
- A 30-second commercial aired during the Super Bowl costs at least $4 million. (Forbes)
- More than 50% of the views of Super Bowl ads in 2014 occurred prior to the game (Google)
- Roman numerals are used to count the Super Bowl because the football season falls into two calendar years.
- There are 72 footballs used in the Super Bowl every year. Let’s hope they all have the proper amount of air in them.
- Super Bowl Sunday is the second highest day of food consumption after Thanksgiving.