Big Game 2026

BIG GAME Party Planning

Pizzas Set Parties Spinning

Who doesn’t love pizza?

Feeding a crowd for the big game is easy with a spread of delicious pies.

Order up pizzas with toppings to satisfy varied tastes, from traditional pepperoni and cheese to spicy buffalo macaroni and cheese. Your imagination is the limit when placing a pizza order.

Your local pizza place probably has some specials for game day, and they’ll deliver right to your front door, taking some of the work of food prep off your hands so you can focus more on friends, fun and cheering on your team.

PLAN AHEAD FOR SUCCESS

Pizzerias will be busy on the big day, so get your order in ahead of time to be sure your pies will arrive on time. Ideally you should place your order one to two days before game day.

If any guests have food allergies or sensitivities, you might be able to find a local pizza place that can meet their needs. Gluten-free pizza is increasingly available as diners navigate Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity.

HOW MUCH PIZZA TO BUY

A good rule of thumb is to multiply the number of people times 3/8 (.375), then round up to the nearest whole number. Since a large pizza is typically divided into 8 slices, this rule assumes that, on average, guests will have three slices of pizza.

If the pizzas are thin crust or deep dish, adjust your calculations with this in mind.

MORE THAN PIZZA

While you’re ordering pies, don’t

forget the wings, pasta, salads, calzones, sandwiches and even sodas. Adding these items will help you get

more of your food order handled in one place and delivered all at once. Many pizzerias also offer dessert

pizzas with toppings such as cinnamon sugar, chocolate chips and even fruit, like peaches or blueberry.

The big game isn’t the only thing on TV, believe it or not. There are other options.

While you may keep the game on one or two screens around the party, consider these other options for your Sunday watching.

PUPPY BOWL AND KITTEN BOWL

Watch baby animals play on Sunday, Feb. 8, on Animal Planet and streaming services. These games feature a mock football match played by baby critters. All at once now: Awwwwww.

WINTER OLYMPICS

The Winter Olympics in Italy will run Feb. 6-22. Catch winter events such as curling, hockey, figure skating, skiing and more. The Olympics will be broadcast primarily on NBC and Peacock, which will stream all 116 medal events, including 24/7 live sports channels.

BINGE WATCH

Queue up several seasons of a show you’ve been meaning to watch. Some shows to consider are “The Last of Us” on HBO, “That ‘90s Show” on Netflix or classics such as “The Sopranos,” “Breaking Bad” or “The Wire.”

MOVIE MARATHON

Play a different kind of sport, the movie marathon. Some suggestions that would fit with the game on the main screen: “Friday Night Lights,” “Any

Alternative Viewing

Given Sunday,” “We Are Marshall,” “Varsity Blues,” “Rudy,” “The Blind Side,” “Remember the Titans,” and “Jerry Maguire.”

FOR THE LITTLES

For the kiddos, turn on a Kids Super Bowl event on Twinkl that will include crafts, games and educational

materials. Alternatively, put on some cartoons such as “Bluey,” “SpongeBob Squarepants,” “Peppa Pig” or, for older kids, “Derry Girls,” “Atypical,” “Glee,” or “Awkward.”

TRUE CRIME

Spend a good few hours immersed in the thrills and chills of true crime

documentaries. Try out “Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer,” “Trophy Wife: Murder on Safari,” “Scamanda,” “Happy Face,” “The Serial Killer’s Apprentice,” or “Murder 360.”

HAPPY DAYS

Give your brain a little hit of endorphins with feel-good shows such as “The Great British Baking Show,” a rewatch of “Ted Lasso,” “Abbott Elementary,” “Severance” or “The Good Place.” Or grab a good laugh with shows such as “Platonic,” the “King of the Hill” reboot, “South Park,” or a stand-up comedy special. Look for specials from Marc Maron, Joe DeRosa, Yannis Pappas and David Spade.

So you can’t get Dr. Dre or Janet Jackson or Lady Gaga to show up for your party. That’s OK, you can set up a playlist that will keep the jams coming all night. Here are some suggestions.

• “We are the Champions” by Queen.

• “Eye of the Tiger” by Survivor.

• “Party Rock Anthem” by LMFAO.

• “Industry Baby” by Lil Nas X featuring Jack Harlow.

• “Thunderstruck” by AC/DC.

• “Jump Around” by House of Pain.

• “Livin’ on a Prayer” by Bon Jovi.

• “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers.

• “Crazy in Love” by Beyonce featuring Jay-Z.

• “’Till I Collapse” by Eminem featuring Nate Dogg.

• “Enter Sandman” by Metallica.

• “Crazy Train” by Ozzy Osbourne.

• “Run This Town” by Jay-Z featuring Rihanna and Kanye West.

• “We Will Rock You” by Queen.

• “Baba O’Riley” by The Who.

• “Shake it Off” by Taylor Swift.

• “Beer Can’t Fix” by Thomas Rhett.

• “ Takin’ Care of Business” by Bachman-Turner Overdrive.

• “The Champion” by Carrie Underwood and Ludacris.

• “All I Do is Win” by DJ Khaled, Snoop Dogg and T-Pain.

• “The Greatest” by Sia and Kendrick Lamar.

• “U Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer.

• “Another One Bites the Dust” by Queen.

• “Black Betty” by Ram Jam.

• “Red Solo Cup” by Toby Keith.

• “Walk This Way” by Aerosmith.

• “Can’t Hold Us” Macklemore and Ryan Lewis.

• “The Boys Are Back in Town” by Thin Lizzy.

• “My House” by Flo Rida.

• “Bad to the Bone” by George Thorogood and The Destroyers.

• “Let’s Get it Started” by the Black-Eyed Peas.

• “Chicken Fried” by Zac Brown Band.

• “Hit Me With Your Best Shot” by Pat Benatar.

• “I Feel It Coming” The Weeknd and Daft Punk.

• “Paradise City” by Guns N’ Roses.

• “A Bar Song” by Shaboozey.

• “Hot to Go!” by Chappell Roan.

• “Seven Nation Army” by The White Stripes.

• “Welcome to the Jungle” by Guns N’ Roses.

• “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson featuring Bruno Mars.

• “The Final Countdown” by Europe.

• “Whatever it Takes” by Imagine Dragons.

• “Turn Down for What” by DJ Snake and Lil Jon.

Football Factsfor Party Talk

Football Facts for Party Talk

Football Factsfor Party Talk

So you know next to nothing about football (there’s a ball, maybe?) and you’re invited to a party wherein an entire football game will be viewed. Don’t worry.

So you know next to nothing about football (there’s a ball, maybe?) and you’re invited to a party wherein an entire football game will be viewed. Don’t

worry.

So you know next to nothing about football (there’s a ball, maybe?) and you’re invited to a party wherein an entire football game will be viewed. Don’t worry.

Here are some football facts to get you through the night.

1.American football evolved from soccer and rugby. The first game was played Nov. 6, 1869, between Rutgers and Princeton. Rutgers won the game 6-4.

1. American football evolved from soccer and rugby. The first game was played Nov. 6, 1869, between Rutgers and Princeton. Rutgers won the game 6-4.

2.Football is the most popular sport in the U.S. in terms of broadcast viewership audience. The NFL has the highest average attendance of any sporting league in the world.

2. Football is the most popular sport in the U.S. in terms of broadcast viewership audience. The NFL has the highest average attendance of any sporting league in the world.

3. In 1905, 19 fatalities were recorded from playing football. President Theodore Roosevelt threatened to abolish the game unless changes were made. Sixty-plus colleges and universities met in New York to discuss rule changes, and thus was formed the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

3.In 1905, 19 fatalities were recorded from playing football. President Theodore Roosevelt threatened to abolish the game unless changes were made. Sixty-plus colleges and universities met in New York to discuss rule changes, and thus was formed the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

3. In 1905, 19 fatalities were recorded from playing football. President Theodore Roosevelt threatened to abolish the game unless changes were made. Sixty-plus colleges and universities met in New York to discuss rule changes, and thus was formed the National Collegiate Athletic Association.

4.Six-point touchdowns were instituted in 1912. Previously, they were worth four points.

4. Six-point touchdowns were instituted in 1912. Previously, they were worth four points.

5. The first professional football

5.The first professional football

5. The first professional football

player was Pudge Heffelfinger, who was paid $500 to play a game for the Allegheny Athletic Association against the Pittsburgh Athletic Club in 1892. That’s equivalent to more than $17,000 today.

6. By 1920, the National Football League was formed to end bidding wars over players, prevent the use of college players in professional games, and stop players from being paid to leave for another team.

6.By 1920, the National Football League was formed to end bidding wars over players, prevent the use of college players in professional games, and stop players from being paid to leave for another team.

6. By 1920, the National Football League was formed to end bidding wars over players, prevent the use of college players in professional games, and stop players from being paid to leave for another team.

7.Women are eligible to play in high school, college and professional football. Women have played at every level except the NFL. The NFL does have women as officials. Sarah Thomas became the first female official in

7. Women are eligible to play in high school, college and professional football. Women have played at every level except the NFL. The NFL does have women as officials. Sarah Thomas became the first female official in

2015.

8. Safeties are scored when the ball carrier is tackled in his own end zone. Two points are awarded to the defense.

9. Before the advent of artificial rubber, a pig’s bladder was used to hold the air inside a football.

9. Before the advent of artificial rubber, a pig’s bladder was used to hold the air inside a foot-ball.

10. Even though it’s usually referred to as American football, it is now becoming more popular around the world. In both Canada and Mexico,the game is increasingly popular. It was introduced in Japan in 1934, and now has teams at thehigh school, college and in the X-League. The NFL now plays games abroad every season and it’s growing in popularity in Brazil and in the Arab world.

10. Even though it’s usually referred to as American football, it is now becoming more popular around the world. In both Canada and Mexico, the game is increasingly popular. It was introduced in Japan in 1934, and now has teams at the high school, college and in the X-League. The NFL now plays games abroad every season and it’s growing in popularity in Brazil and in the Arab world.

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