2024 Puppy Bowl Odds & Picks: Team Fluff Favored Over Team Ruff

Archie, left tackles Jax as they play together as Camp Counselor G Haley throws a football for other dogs to chase during the Safari Pet Resort’s Annual Super Puppy Bowl, on Friday, Feb. 11, 2022.3 Safari Pet Resort Puppy BowlOdds are available for the 2024 Puppy Bowl on Super Bowl SundayTeam Fluff is favored over Team Ruff in the odds, with Patrick Mabones the MVP frontrunnerBelow, see our 2024 Puppy Bowl picks, plus learn more about the fun-filled event

The 2024 Puppy Bowl is set to be the cutest competition yet on Super Bowl Sunday. While the adorable adoptable puppies playing on tiny football fields tugs at our heartstrings, sportsbooks are also getting in on the fun by offering wagers.

Bettors can lay money down on traditional bets like which team will win, as well as unique prop bets on aspects of the event itself. Who will be the Puppy Bowl MVP and how many total points will be scored? Will the winning TD scorer be male or female? Sportsbooks have set odds, so viewers can monetize the enjoyment of watching these furry athletes in action.

Let’s get into the 2024 Puppy Bowl odds as we offer you our picks for Sunday’s event.

2024 Puppy Bowl Odds

In the 2024 Puppy Bowl odds, Team Fluff is the -150 favorite over Team Ruff, giving them 60% implied probability to garner victory.

Patrick Mabones (Team Fluff) is the +500 MVP favorite at sportsbooks, while Bark Purdy (Team Ruff) is available as a +3500 longshot at most sportsbooks.

All odds as of Feb. 11, 2024. 

What Is the Puppy Bowl?

The Puppy Bowl is an annual event that airs on Animal Planet and Discovery channels on Super Bowl Sunday. It features adoptable puppies from shelters and rescues playing together on a miniature football field, complete with toys, tunnels, and even a water bowl camera.

The Puppy Bowl was first held in 2005 as counterprogramming to the Super Bowl halftime show. It has grown tremendously in popularity over the years, now drawing millions of viewers. The lighthearted event aims to raise awareness about pet adoption and showcase adorable puppies finding forever homes.

When Is the Puppy Bowl?

Puppy Bowl XX will air on Sunday, February 11, 2024. The one-hour pre-game show starts at 1 pm ET on Animal Planet, giving viewers behind-the-scenes looks at the puppies. Then the Puppy Bowl itself kicks off at 2 pm ET on Animal Planet and Discovery networks, overlapping with Super Bowl LVIII.

This year’s event will be three hours long, the longest Puppy Bowl yet, going until 5 pm ET. Stay tuned afterward for the Kitten Bowl!

 How to Watch the Puppy Bowl

You can watch Puppy Bowl XX on Animal Planet, Discovery Channel, TBS, and TruTV when it airs live on February 11. The event will also stream on Discovery+ and HBO Max.

If you don’t have access to those channels, consider signing up for a free trial of a live TV streaming service such as FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling TV, or YouTube TV. Many services offer temporary free access to watch the big game.

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Puppy Bowl 2024 Picks & Predictions

Team Fluff comes into the game as defending champions, having won the Puppy Bowl the last two years. As a result, most sportsbooks have Team Fluf as slight favorites in 2024. However, Team Ruff has put together a strong roster this year and could pull off an upset victory.

A high-scoring, offensive shootout is expected. With adoptable puppies just playing for fun, total points scored could set a new Puppy Bowl scoring record, exceeding last year’s combined 170 points.

Team Fluff and Team Ruff will go head-to-head this weekend when they’re unleashed for the 2024 Puppy Bowl in a battle for the Lombarky Trophy — and all the dogs are up for adoption! 🐾 pic.twitter.com/zPJwscv9qz

— TODAY (@TODAYshow) February 5, 2024

There is significant size disparity between the teams’ players. Team Ruff boasts 1.7-pound Sweetpea, the smallest puppy ever to compete. Meanwhile, Team Fluff counters with 72-pound Great Dane Levi, the largest puppy to play.

Special needs puppies are predicted to be fan favorites and impact players. Deaf puppies like Moosh and Xinia could show impressive speed, while two-legged puppy Mr. Bean ps to dart upfield quickly.

For Team Fluff, Patrick Mabones is one to watch for MVP consideration. The male Hound mix is described as an energetic athlete likely to put up points.

Finally, several puppies from Iowa animal shelters and rescues will compete, bringing some Midwest spirit and heart to this national event.

Puppy Bowl Picks:

Winner: Team Fluff (-150)Total: Over 165.5 Points (+110)MVP: Patrick Mabones (+500)