Football Sundays aren’t just a single meal. They’re a marathon that starts with the pregame and powers through until the final whistle. Guests show up on their own schedule - kickoff for some, halftime for others, and some disappear the second a commercial break gives them an excuse.

The thing about hosting a football Sunday crowd: it’s a room full of people who likely won’t agree on anything - except that they’re all hungry.

We know everyone has their own team (we’re a little partial to the Lions around here, but we won’t hold it against you if you’re not). And it really doesn’t matter who’s playing, because there will inevitably be a disagreement about the refs, the fourth down call or whether that was actually a fumble.

But everyone agrees on pizza. It can quiet a room full of people mid-argument, calm pregame nerves and get rival fans to sit at the same table. Here’s how to build the ultimate football Sunday spread that holds up from kickoff until post-game.

A crust for everyone in the room

No two people watch football the same way, and no two people order pizza the same way. That’s exactly why Flavored Crust® options exist. Eight free crust options including classic Butter, Butter Cheese and zesty Ranch, sweet and savory Asiago, Italian Herb, Cajun, Sesame and Garlic Herb. All standard on any pizza at no extra charge.

Something heartier for the diehards

For the guests that show up before pregame coverage starts and stay until the post-game recap ends, we recommend our Detroit-Style or Deep Dish pizzas. These square cut pies offer a heartier bite and have more staying power than the traditional slice.

A pregame snack that doesn’t spoil the main event

The pregame appetizer is crucial to the spread. Everyone’s hungry, but nobody wants to spoil their appetite before the main event. Howie Bread® is built for exactly that moment. Buttered breadsticks with your choice of flavor topping. It’s just enough to satisfy your growling stomach while still leaving room for more.

An option for the lower-carb crowd

To really be the ultimate host, you need something for everyone - including your guests on the keto diet. Our No-Dough Bowls deliver all the same flavor, just without crust. It’s a crustless pizza baked in a bowl with our original pizza sauce, 100% mozzarella cheese and your choice of toppings.

And if all else fails, lean on our Party Planner when the hosting responsibilities start to feel overwhelming. Build an order that matches your headcount, set the lineup and get back to the couch before kickoff.

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