Get ready for the most thrilling weekend of the year, football fans! DraftKings is turning up the heat with their King of the End Zone promotion, and you won’t want to miss a single play. With $3 million in Bonus Bets up for grabs during Wild Card Saturday’s NFL action, this is your chance to score big—literally. But here’s where it gets controversial: only the longest touchdown of the day wins, and passing touchdowns don’t count. Think you can predict the ultimate TD scorer? Let’s dive in.
King of the End Zone is live on DraftKings Sportsbook, and the stakes are higher than ever. Here’s how it works: opt in, place a minimum $5 wager on any single touchdown prop under “TD Scorer,” and if your chosen player scores the longest touchdown of the day, you’ll win a share of that massive $3 million prize pool. The catch? It’s not just about scoring—it’s about scoring big. And this is the part most people miss: the longest touchdown must be a rushing or receiving score, not a pass. Ready to test your football IQ? Check out the full promo details here and track the action live.
Wild Card Saturday kicked off with a bang, as the Rams faced the Panthers at 4:30 p.m. ET. Meanwhile, over at Soldier Field, the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers were locked in a battle of their own. Jordan Love connected with Christian Watson for a seven-yard touchdown, but it wasn’t enough to challenge the early leader, Colby Parkinson, whose 19-yard go-ahead score put the Rams in the driver’s seat. But the drama didn’t stop there.
In a stunning turn of events, the Panthers roared back with a blocked punt and a clutch touchdown from Bryce Young to Jalen Coker. While the seven-yard score didn’t change the contest, it set the stage for a nail-biting finish. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any more intense, Matt Stafford found Kyren Williams for a 13-yard touchdown—so close, yet so far from overtaking the lead. But here’s the real question: Can anyone dethrone Bryce Young, who stormed into the lead with a 16-yard rushing touchdown just before halftime?
The second half was a rollercoaster, with Chuba Hubbard punching in a one-yard score to keep the Panthers alive. Meanwhile, Puka Nacua added to his highlight reel with two touchdowns, though neither was long enough to challenge for the crown. But let’s not forget Hubbard’s redemption story—after battling injuries and losing his starting job, he found the end zone twice when his team needed him most. Is this the year of the underdog, or will the favorites prevail?
As the clock ticked down, the tension only grew. Stafford’s 14-yard strike to Nacua on the Rams’ opening drive set the tone, but it was clear this contest would come down to the wire. With so many players in the mix, one thing’s for sure: this promotion isn’t just about luck—it’s about strategy, intuition, and a deep love of the game. So, who’s your pick for King of the End Zone? And do you think DraftKings’ rules excluding passing touchdowns are fair, or should they change the game? Let us know in the comments—we want to hear your take!
For those still hunting for the perfect bet, check out our top player picks here. And don’t forget to scroll down for the latest updates as the action unfolds. This is football at its finest, folks—don’t miss your chance to be part of the excitement!
