Los Angeles (AFP) - Super Bowl 50 punters are picking the Panthers, with an estimated 80 percent of money wagered on the NFL title showcase as of Thursday backing Carolina to beat the Denver Broncos.
The American Gaming Association said Wednesday that Americans will bet $4.2 billion on Super Bowl 50, which will be held February 7 at Levi's Stadium, home of the San Francisco 49ers.
Of that, 80 percent of the "public money" will be wagered in the three days before the game, and Las Vegas sportsbooks and casinos partner to throw extravagant Super Bowl parties.