With no official announcement yet for the Super Bowl LXI national anthem performer at SoFi Stadium, trader sentiment reflects a wide-open field where dozens of outcomes trade near even odds and named contenders like Lainey Wilson sit at 34% market-implied probability. Recent country and crossover vocal showcases, combined with the NFL’s pattern of selecting established artists with strong range and stage presence ahead of major events, underpin elevated positioning for Wilson, Josh Groban, Chris Stapleton, and Carrie Underwood. The closely matched probabilities highlight uncertainty around Roc Nation’s preferences and last-minute timing, with an announcement likely still months away before the February 14, 2027, game.