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Suspicious Betting Shift on Grunge Super Bowl Prop Bet
Betting favorite for first grunge band played during Super Bowl commercial has changed overnight, raising questions.
Published on Feb. 6, 2026
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A prop bet on which grunge band from Seattle's 'Big 4' (Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Nirvana, Alice in Chains) will be the first played during a Super Bowl commercial has seen a significant shift in betting, with Soundgarden now the favorite after previously being the long shot. Bookmaker BetOnline has characterized the betting change as 'suspicious', suggesting someone may have inside information about the music selection.
Why it matters
Prop bets around the music played during the Super Bowl broadcast are closely watched, as any insider information could provide a significant advantage for bettors. The grunge prop bet is particularly intriguing given the Seattle Seahawks' connection to the '90s grunge scene, raising the possibility of a nod to the city's musical legacy during the game.
The details
According to BetOnline, Pearl Jam was previously the betting favorite at +150 odds, followed by Nirvana (+200), Alice in Chains (+400), and Soundgarden as the long shot at +800. However, the betting action has now heavily shifted to Soundgarden, who are now listed as the -150 favorite. Pearl Jam has moved to +270, Nirvana to +500, and Alice in Chains to +725.
- The betting odds shift was noticed by BetOnline leading into Friday, February 6, 2026.
The players
BetOnline
An online sportsbook that has reported noticing 'suspicious wagering' on a prop bet related to which grunge band from Seattle will be the first played during a Super Bowl commercial.
Seattle Seahawks
The NFC champion team for the 2025 NFL season, hailing from Seattle - the city often considered the ceremonial home of the 1990s grunge music movement.
What’s next
BetOnline will be closely monitoring the grunge prop bet leading up to the Super Bowl to see if any further suspicious betting activity occurs.
The takeaway
This shift in the grunge Super Bowl prop bet odds highlights the intense interest and potential for insider information around the music selections for the big game's broadcast. It underscores how prop bets can provide valuable clues about planned elements of the Super Bowl production that have not been publicly confirmed.
