Splash Sports offers a wide variety of Private (Self-Managed) NFL contest formats. These contests allow commissioners to run games using Splash tools while managing entry fees and payouts outside of the platform.
Available NFL Self-Managed Contest Formats
NFL Survivor
Pick one team to win each week — get it right and you survive, get it wrong (or run out of lives) and you're out.
Last one standing takes the season — simple to follow, but every single pick matters.
NFL Pick’em
Pick the winner of every game each week — straight up, no confidence rankings or point spreads required.
The simple, classic format for season-long play — easy to jump into, easy to keep up with all year.
NFL Pick’em Confidence
Rank every pick from most to least confident, then earn points equal to the confidence value when you're right.
Rewards real analysis over just picking winners — your best calls carry the most weight, adding a layer of strategy beyond standard Pick'em.
NFL Squares
Claim squares on a grid, let the numbers draw at kickoff, and win whenever the score lands on your square — no skill required.
A group favorite for weekly games or big playoff matchups, since everyone in the room can grab a square and root along.
NFL Shares
Draft a portfolio of NFL and/or college teams at the start of the season, then sit back — every win, blowout, and playoff run scores points for you all year, no weekly picks required.
Most points at season's end wins — think fantasy stock market for football teams, run as a live auction or snake draft, with optional trades along the way.
Key Reminder
All NFL Self-Managed contests are:
Self-Managed – Commissioners handle payments and payouts externally
Built for flexibility and customization
Designed to support both casual and competitive groups