The Football Eliminator Jim Thomas
Extravaganza
Think you can outlast thousands of football fanatics in the ultimate NFL survivor challenge?
Prove it or lose your buy-in trying!
Pick one team to win each week
Use each team only once per season - or get eliminated trying
Season-long competition from September through the Super Bowl
Eric's Back: Milk Carton Removal
"I know…it's been a hot minute since you've heard from me. The prodigal football junkie returns from his hockey-induced exile to share insights on the upcoming season, the Chiefs (Satan's team), and why this year's JT Eliminator pool will be tougher than ever."
"Here's a thought; the Chiefs can't win a game that is officiated properly. As you can see, a year off has done nothing to squash this little ball of hate inside me..."
24 Years of Excellence
From humble beginnings to the largest football survivor pool in the country
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About the Madness
The Commissioner
Matt Swartz is still carrying the torch passed down from his dad, Eric Swartz. As the commissioner of the Jim Thomas Football Extravaganza pool, Matt ensures fair play and smooth operations across all sports, keeping thousands of players engaged and excited throughout the seasons.
How it All Began
Originally Jim Thomas Football Eliminator from 2000, we've expanded the concept to include multiple sports. What started as a small NFL pool with 91 entrants has grown into a multi-sport extravaganza with thousands of participants and massive prize pools.
Where the Pool is Today
Growing through word-of-mouth and expanding across sports, our pools now feature:
6+
Sports Covered
1000s
Active Players
Year-Round
Pool Seasons
$$$$
Prize Pools
WE HOPE 2025 WILL BE OUR BIGGEST POOL YET!
Football Eliminator Jim Thomas Winner's Circle
Past Champions
Jason Birch
Mike Goyne
Kirk Brancato
Lauren Porter
Chris Friedman
John Emberton
Evan Ridge
Mychal Morris
James Burbridge
Laura Valan
Sean Toohey
Brian Price
Misha Freeman
Dereck Bowlen
Stan Felderman
John (Dad) Nelson
Leo Scholz
(Sorry Leo, we will not forget you again!)
Will your name be next? Join now and compete for glory!
Join the 2025 SeasonWhy Players Love The Extravaganza
Experience football pools like never before with features designed for serious competitors
Multiple Pool Types
Survivor, Pick'em, Confidence, and Playoff pools. Find your perfect challenge.
NFL & College Football
Complete coverage of professional and college games. Never miss the action.
Real-Time Updates
Live scoring, instant eliminations, and up-to-the-minute standings.
Flexible Entry Options
Free pools, coin-based entries, and cash prizes. Play your way.
Secure & Fair
Transparent rules, automated scoring, and secure payment processing.
Season-Long Action
From preseason to Super Bowl, we've got pools running all year.
How It Works
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