2025 National Spelling Bee Odds and Predictions
The Scripps National Spelling Bee turns 100 this year (well, technically 97 competitions thanks to WWII and 2020 covid), and with it comes a full slate of betting markets ranging from the length of the winning word to whether the champion will be wearing braces. It’s incredibly nerdy, it’s intense, it’s high quality entertainment, and, most importantly, it’s bettable. We’re here for all of it. Below, we break down the latest 2025 Spelling Bee odds, make actual picks for each prop bet, and give you the analysis to back it all up. The event kicks off on May 27, 2025, with prelims leading into televised rounds later that week. You can watch the Bee on ION, Bounce TV, or stream