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Football pools. They’re not just about flexing your knowledge of the gridiron or bringing out your competitive spirit. They’re also about the banter, the camaraderie, the never-ending series of “I told you so” moments, and that sweet taste of victory when your pick scores the winning touchdown. What’s more, they make every game \u2013 even the ones featuring teams you could care less about \u2013 an event worth watching. So, are you ready to take your football season to the next level? Here’s the ultimate, laid-back guide on how to start a football pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get the Squad Together<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step one is simple: rally the troops. You’re going to need a group of fellow football fanatics who are just as hyped about this idea as you are. Maybe it’s your best buddies from college, your co-workers who never miss a chance to talk about last night’s game, or that crazy uncle of yours who claims he’s a long-lost cousin of Tom Brady. The size of your crew doesn’t matter \u2013 you could have a small huddle or an entire stadium’s worth of people. What does matter is that these folks love football and are committed to sticking with the pool throughout the season. Remember, a pool with consistent participants equals more fun (and potentially more bragging rights!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Decide on the Type of Pool<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Alright, you’ve got your band of merry football enthusiasts. Now it’s time to get down to the nitty-gritty \u2013 what kind of pool are you going to dive into? Your choice will dictate how your football season plays out, so choose wisely. Thankfully, RunYourPool’s got your back with a variety of options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Pick’em Pools<\/a><\/strong>: Think you’ve got what it takes to predict the winner of each game every week? Well, then this is your type of pool. The thrill of Pick’em pools is in the chase \u2013 that intense race for points as you try to outsmart your friends week after week. And that feeling when you’re the one sitting on the most points at the end of the season? Priceless.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Survivor Pools<\/a><\/strong>: If you’re the type of person who enjoys living on the edge, Survivor Pools are your jam. The concept is simple: choose a team you believe will win each week. If they pull through, you live to fight another day. But if they lose, you’re out. It’s a high-stakes game of Russian roulette, football-style, where the last person standing takes the glory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Credits Pools<\/a><\/strong>: Fancy yourself a bit of a football sharp? Then get ready to place your bets in a Credits Pool. Every participant gets a stash of credits at the start of the season, and you decide how to spread those credits across the games each week. The person with the most credits at the end of the season gets the bragging rights!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Margin Pools<\/a><\/strong>: For those of you who love precision and like to flex your predictive prowess, Margin Pools are the way to go. Not only do you pick the winner, but you also predict the margin of victory. Points pile up based on how close your guess was to the actual outcome. It’s not just about knowing your teams, but knowing them down to the last point.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    And the pools don’t stop there. We have ten total types of football pools<\/a> to keep you competing from Week 1 through the Big Game! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Set the Rules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    With your pool type locked in, it’s time to lay down the law. Sure, you want to keep things casual and fun, but a pool without rules is like a game without a referee \u2013 chaotic! Luckily, RunYourPool offers a boatload of customization options for each type of pool, giving you the chance to tailor the experience to your group’s preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Maybe your Pick’em Pool will take point spreads into account when deciding winners, adding an extra layer of strategy and unpredictability to the mix. Or perhaps in your Survivor Pool, you’ll add a twist where participants can’t pick the same team more than once all season, upping the ante and keeping everyone on their toes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Setting the initial amount of credits and the ways to gain or lose them can be a fun discussion with your crew if you’re doing a Credits Pool. Meanwhile, defining the points distribution based on the accuracy of predictions in a Margin Pool will add a layer of tension and excitement to every game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The bottom line is this \u2013 your rules should be as clear as a referee’s whistle and as fair as the two halves of a game. Make sure to communicate these rules to all your mates before the first whistle of the season blows. Trust me; it’ll save you a lot of arguments (and potentially lost friendships) down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Have Fun<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Remember, folks, we’re all here to have a good time. Winning is great, sure, but football pools are about so much more. They’re about the highs and lows of each game, the shared experiences, the trash talks, and the celebration dances. They’re about taking a season of football and turning it into an epic adventure that you and your mates embark on together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    So, whether you’re a rookie or a seasoned veteran when it comes to football pools, always remember the golden rule \u2013 have fun! That’s what football \u2013 and your soon-to-be legendary pool \u2013 is all about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    So there you have it, my fellow football fanatics. Get your squad together, decide on the pool, lay down those rules, and most importantly, have a ball of a time. It’s time to take your love of football to the next level. Game on!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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