How to Play Super Bowl Squares 2026: Patriots vs Seahawks Edition

The 2026 Super Bowl is almost here, and whether you’re cheering for the Seattle Seahawks, the New England Patriots, or just tuning in for the commercials and halftime show, adding a Super Bowl Squares game is one of the easiest ways to boost the excitement at your watch party. This updated guide explains exactly how to play Super Bowl Squares for 2026, plus tips for using spreadsheets to manage your pool effortlessly.

What Is a Super Bowl Squares Game?

Super Bowl Squares—also called box pools—is a simple, luck‑based game that keeps everyone engaged from kickoff to the final whistle. Players "buy" squares on a 10×10 grid, and winners are determined by the last digit of each team’s score at the end of each quarter and the final score. With 100 possible score combinations, it makes watching the Big Game that much more exciting!

How to Set Up Your 2026 Super Bowl Squares Game

1. Create the 10×10 Grid

You can draw the grid on paper, but using a spreadsheet makes everything cleaner and easier to manage. Here’s the basic setup:

• Label the top row (0–9) with the last digit of the Seattle Seahawks’ score.
• Label the left column (0–9) with the last digit of the New England Patriots’ score.

Each square represents a unique score pairing.
For example:
Row 3 (Patriots) × Column 7 (Seahawks) = Patriots score ending in 3, Seahawks score ending in 7.

Already want it done for you?

I’ve created spreadsheet templates that automate the entire process:

Super Bowl Squares – 54 Ways to Play

A classic, streamlined version released in 2021.

• Clean layout
• Choose your scoring style
• Click Generate Squares
• The sheet automatically hides/unhides the correct scoring system

Super Bowl Squares Unlimited

For players who want total customization.

• No pre‑built scoring systems
• Macros build your scoring rules dynamically
• Infinite ways to play based on your preference

2. Sell the Squares

Invite friends, family, coworkers—anyone watching the game. Set a price per square (commonly $1, $5, or $10). Participants claim squares by writing their names in the boxes or typing them directly into your spreadsheet. Or make up a point value system instead of using dollars.

3. Assign Numbers Randomly

To keep things fair, wait until all squares are filled before assigning numbers 0–9 to the rows and columns.

If you’re using my spreadsheet templates, just click Generate Random Numbers and the sheet handles everything automatically.

How to Play Super Bowl Squares During the 2026 Seahawks vs. Patriots Game

1. Check the Score at the End of Each Quarter

You’ll record the last digit of each team’s score at:

• End of 1st quarter
• Halftime
• End of 3rd quarter
• Final score

Example:
If the Seahawks lead 17–14, the digits are 7 (Seahawks) and 4 (Patriots).

My spreadsheets also have the option to score every minute or every time the score changes.

2. Find the Winning Square

Locate the square where the Seahawks’ digit (top row) intersects with the Patriots’ digit (left column).
The name in that square wins the prize for that quarter.

3. Distribute the Prize Pool

A common payout structure:

• 1st Quarter: 20%
• Halftime: 20%
• 3rd Quarter: 20%
• Final Score: 40%

You can adjust these percentages however you like. Total should match to 100%.

Why Use a Spreadsheet for Super Bowl Squares?

✔ Better Organization -Names, numbers, payouts, and winners stay clean and error‑free.

✔ Easy Sharing - Perfect for remote participants—share via Google Sheets or email.

✔ Custom Features -Add automatic highlighting, payout formulas, or alternate scoring rules.

✔ Eco‑Friendly -No printing, no paper, no mess.

Tips for Hosting a Great Super Bowl Squares Game

• Keep it lighthearted: It’s a game of chance—make sure everyone knows it’s just for fun.
• Explain the rules early: Share your payout structure before kickoff.
• Include everyone: Even non‑football fans love the suspense of Super Bowl Squares.

Start Playing Super Bowl Squares for the 2026 Seahawks vs. Patriots Super Bowl

A Super Bowl Squares 2026 game is the perfect way to add excitement to your Seahawks vs. Patriots watch party. With a spreadsheet doing the heavy lifting, you can focus on the food, the fun, and every big play.

Set up your grid, gather your players, and get ready to celebrate every touchdown, field goal, and winning square.

Download 2026 Super Bowl Squares here

*If you’re using iOS or cannot enable macros you will not be able to use this sheet, sorry. There is a simple printable PDF in the download and there is a Google sheet.

You also might need to make sure the folder the spreadsheet is downloaded to is a Trusted located in Excel. See this article for how to check.

Let me know in the comments below what version of the squares template you'll be using and what team you're rooting for!