Super Bowl LIX Countdown Begins
With the conference championship games concluded, the anticipation for Super Bowl LIX is in full swing.
Super Bowl LIX kicks off at 3:30 p.m. PST on Sunday (Feb. 9, 2025) at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, home of the Saints.
Here’s everything you need to know, from game details to how to watch, stream, and place bets.
Who’s Playing in Super Bowl LIX?
The Philadelphia Eagles will face off against the Kansas City Chiefs in a highly anticipated rematch. The two teams previously met in Super Bowl LVII, where the Chiefs secured a 38-35 victory in February 2023.
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Kansas City is aiming to become the first team in NFL history to win three consecutive Super Bowls. They advanced after defeating the Buffalo Bills 32-29 in the AFC Championship Game, marking their fifth Super Bowl appearance in six seasons.
Meanwhile, Philadelphia earned their spot by overpowering the Washington Commanders 55-23 in the NFC Championship Game. The Eagles are seeking their first Super Bowl title since defeating the New England Patriots at the end of the 2017 season.
What Time Does the Super Bowl Start?
Super Bowl LIX is scheduled to begin at 3:30 p.m. PST on Sunday. The opening kickoff usually takes place around 3:40 p.m. Pregame festivities, including the national anthem and player introductions, will occur before kickoff.
Where to Watch the Super Bowl
The game will be broadcast live on Fox and streamed on Tubi. Spanish-language coverage will be available on Fox Deportes and Telemundo.
Fox’s lead NFL commentary team, Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady, will call the game, with Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi providing sideline reports.
How to Stream Super Bowl LIX
The game can be streamed on various platforms, including:
How to Listen to the Super Bowl on Radio
Fans can tune in to the Super Bowl LIX broadcast on:
- Westwood One Radio (KLAC-AM 570 in Los Angeles)
- SiriusXM NFL Radio
Where to Buy Super Bowl LIX Tickets
Tickets are available for purchase through:
Super Bowl Halftime Show Performers
Seventeen-time Grammy winner Kendrick Lamar will headline the Super Bowl LIX halftime show, marking his second performance at the event. He previously performed alongside Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Mary J. Blige, and Eminem at SoFi Stadium in 2022.
Joining him on stage will be SZA, with the possibility of additional surprise guests.
Speaking about the performance, Lamar stated:
“Rap music remains the most impactful genre to this day. I’m here to remind the world why. They got the right one.”
This marks the sixth Super Bowl halftime show produced in collaboration with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation.
Who Will Sing the National Anthem?
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Academy and Grammy Award winner Jon Batiste will perform the national anthem ahead of kickoff.
Other pregame performances include:
- Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle performing America the Beautiful
- Ledisi performing Lift Every Voice and Sing
Latest Super Bowl Betting Odds
Here are the latest Super Bowl LIX betting lines and prop bets from top sportsbooks:
NFL Playoff Overtime Rules
The NFL’s playoff overtime rules were updated in 2010, with a key modification made in 2023 to ensure both teams get at least one possession before a winner is determined. The change followed controversy over the Chiefs’ AFC Divisional Playoff win against the Bills in January 2022, where Buffalo never got a chance to possess the ball.
Here’s a breakdown of the current rules:
- A coin flip decides which team receives the opening kickoff.
- Both teams get at least one possession before the game can be decided.
- If the score remains tied after both teams’ first possessions, the next score (touchdown, field goal, or safety) wins the game.
- 15-minute periods continue until a winner is declared.
- No coach challenges are allowed; all reviews are initiated by the replay official.
- Each team gets three timeouts per half (or every two overtime periods).
- If no winner is determined after four overtime periods, another coin toss occurs before play resumes.
Who is Officiating Super Bowl LIX?
Ronald Torbert, an NFL official since 2010, has been named the referee for Super Bowl LIX. This will be his second time officiating a Super Bowl; he previously served as the referee in Super Bowl LVI, when the Rams defeated the Bengals.
His officiating crew includes:
- Boris Cheek (Side Judge)
- Mike Morton (Umpire)
- Max Causey (Line Judge)
- Mark Stewart (Line Judge)
- Mearl Robinson (Field Judge)
- Jonah Moore (Back Judge)
- Kevin Brown (Replay Official)
Super Bowl LIX Ticket Prices
Super Bowl tickets are among the most in-demand in sports, with availability and pricing influenced by the game’s location and the competing teams.
According to ticket marketplace TickPick, the lowest price for entry to Super Bowl LIX is expected to be around $5,550, while the average ticket price sits at $10,474. The most expensive ticket for the event is listed at $56,770.
Ticket distribution is as follows:
- The two participating teams receive 35% of the tickets.
- The host team is allocated 5%.
- The remaining 29 NFL teams each receive about 1%, which they distribute via lotteries among season-ticket holders.
- The NFL holds onto 25% of the tickets for media, business, and community partners, while also giving away 500 tickets.
Super Bowl Advertising Costs
The Super Bowl is one of the most valuable televised events for advertisers, attracting a massive audience and generating significant buzz. While pricing for 2025 has yet to be announced, a 30-second commercial during the 2024 Super Bowl on CBS cost approximately $7 million.
What is the Super Bowl Trophy Called?
The Vince Lombardi Trophy is awarded to the Super Bowl champion each year. Named after legendary NFL Hall of Fame coach Vince Lombardi, the trophy honors the coach who led the Green Bay Packers to victory in the first two Super Bowls.
Has Any Team Won Three Consecutive Super Bowls?
No team has ever won three straight Super Bowls. While multiple teams have achieved back-to-back championships, the Kansas City Chiefs have the opportunity to make history by becoming the first team to win three consecutive Super Bowls.
