How Football Squares Make Every NFL Sunday Feel Like the Super Bowl
Want that big game energy every weekend? Football squares adds suspense to every quarter so your living room feels like a Super Bowl watch party.
What makes football squares feel like the Super Bowl every Sunday
- Frequent checkpoints keep everyone engaged.
- Simple last digit matching means anyone can follow along.
- Every drive builds anticipation toward the next winner.
- It works for families, friends, and coworkers watching from anywhere.
Setup in minutes for NFL Sunday
- Open a 10x10 grid and label one axis for each team.
- Let everyone choose their squares.
- Randomize the numbers 0-9 across the top and side.
- Watch the game and mark winners at each checkpoint.
Use PickMySquare.com to make hosting effortless
PickMySquare.com sets up your digital board fast, randomizes the numbers for you, and tracks checkpoint winners automatically. Share the board with a link or QR code, invite your group in seconds, and manage everything from your phone. Start free at https://pickmysquare.com.
How football squares winners are picked
At each checkpoint, take the last digit of the away score and the last digit of the home score. Find where they intersect on the grid. That square is the winner for that checkpoint.
Common checkpoints:
- End of 1st quarter
- Halftime
- End of 3rd quarter
- Final
Easy variations for every NFL game
- Mini board: use a 5x5 grid for small groups.
- Single checkpoint: just track the final to keep it quick.
- Bonus checkpoints: add extra checkpoints after big plays to amp the energy.
- Team-first reveal: assign teams to axes after squares are picked to keep it fair.
Tips to keep Sundays fun and stress free
- Rotate who announces the checkpoint winners.
- Keep instructions short and repeat the last digit rule.
- Post the board on a TV so everyone can see it.
- Celebrate each winner with a cheer or high five.
Football squares FAQ
Do I need football knowledge? No. You just match the last digits of each score.
How long does setup take? Only a few minutes, especially with PickMySquare.com.
Is this kid friendly? Yes. The rules are simple, and checkpoints keep attention high.
The takeaway
Football squares turns any NFL Sunday into an event everyone looks forward to. Keep it simple, enjoy the checkpoints, and let PickMySquare.com handle the details so you can focus on the fun.
Related reading: Read "The Beginner's Guide to Football Squares: How to Play Without Overthinking It" at /blog/the-beginners-guide-to-football-squares-how-to-play-without-overthinking-it and "Why Football Squares Are the Secret Ingredient to Family Game Night" at /blog/why-football-squares-are-the-secret-ingredient-to-family-game-night. Explore more in our categories at /blog/category/guides and /blog/category/use-cases.
