Covers Launches Free $10K Pro Football Survivor Contest Ahead of 2024 Season

Are you ready to put your NFL knowledge to the ultimate test?

Ryan Murphy - Managing Editor at Covers.com
Ryan Murphy • Managing Editor
Sep 6, 2024 • 10:47 ET • 3 min read
Covers $10K Pro Football Survivor contest
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NFL players won’t be the only ones testing the limits of their endurance this season. Football fans can also experience the thrill of outlasting the competition with our Covers $10K Pro Football Survivor contest. 

This brand new competition is completely free to enter and offers a guaranteed grand prize. Simply pick one winning team each week throughout the NFL season. If you get eliminated early, you can join our $2,500 "second chance" mini-game starting in Week 8. Plus, if you make it to Week 12 without being knocked out, you’ll receive an automatic invitation to an exclusive private playoffs contest.

Are you ready to rise to the challenge? Sign up now and claim your place in football’s fiercest showdown! The deadline to enter is Sundays at 12:59 p.m. ET.

What is a survivor contest?

Also known as a "survivor pool" or "last man standing," survivor contests are popular sports betting and fantasy competitions. Participants enter the contest by paying a fee or by joining a free pool, which can take place in person in offices and among family and friends or on online platforms. 

How does a survivor contest work?

Each week during the NFL season, participants must select one team to win its game, but they can only choose each team once throughout the year. If the selected team wins, the participant advances to the following week. If the team loses, the participant is eliminated from the contest. The objective is to be the last man standing.

In cases where multiple participants remain at the end, tiebreakers like total points scored or playoff performance may be used to determine the winner. 

The game’s simplicity is a big part of its popularity, especially among casual fans, as it requires a blend of strategic planning and good 'ol fashioned luck.

See what teams our users are picking

The Cincinnati Bengals were the most popular pick by far in Week 1.

Covers $10K Pro Football Survivor strategies

Winning an NFL survivor contest often involves a combination of careful planning, research, and luck. Keep these tips in mind before signing up for our Covers $10K Pro Football Survivor contest.

Do your research: Stay up to date on team performance, crucial injuries, and NFL matchups, and delve into data from past seasons to see which teams perform well in key situations.

Balance risk: Alternate your picks between heavy favorites and potential upset candidates.

Look ahead: Analyze the schedule to plan your NFL picks. Save top teams for tougher weeks or when you have fewer safe options.

Avoid popular picks: If many participants are picking the same team, choosing a different team can help you gain an advantage if the popular team loses.

Be adaptable: Be prepared to adjust your strategy based on new information, such as last-minute NFL injuries, coaching changes, or significant shifts in team performance.

Save strong teams: Don’t use top teams early unless absolutely necessary. Save them for when they’re truly needed, especially if you anticipate a tough stretch of games later on.

Evaluate your progress: Regularly assess your strategy and adjust it based on how the season is unfolding.

Our Covers $10K Pro Football Survivor contest is open now. Sign up and claim your spot in the most thrilling NFL showdown of the year!

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Ryan Murphy Managing Editor at Covers
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Ryan Murphy began his love affair with sports journalism at the age of nine when he wrote his first article about his little league baseball team. He has since authored his own weekly column for Fox Sports and AskMen and has created successful campaigns for some of the biggest and most trusted brands in the world including Walt Disney, HBO, the WWE, the NHL, and the NFL.

“Murph,” as he’s known to friends, began his journey in sports betting in 2017, and enjoyed a highly rewarding tenure at Churchill Downs, where he oversaw the creation of the TwinSpires Edge and served as the publication’s first editor-in-chief. His nose for news and ability to find and nurture talent helped turn the site into a major player within the online gambling industry.

Although Ryan loves examining odds movement and breaking down matchups, he’s also a prolific creative writer whose critically acclaimed stories have been published in 21 books and have been featured on more than 170 radio stations and 40 newspapers. His latest book, My Life’s a Joke, is a laugh-out-loud memoir about the epic fails that thickened his skin and paved the way for a successful 15-year career as a touring stand-up comedian.

Ryan’s top piece of advice to sports bettors: “Bet with your head, not your heart. It pains me to be pragmatic, but blind loyalty has no place in sports wagering.”

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