Super Bowl Sparks “Super Sick Monday” Wave In New York

Did you hit snooze and send that “not feeling well” text to your boss this morning? If so, you’re not alone; turns out a lot of people across the Empire State either have or are going to call out sick today.

Post-Super Bowl Sick Days Are on the Rise in New York

Monday after the Super Bowl is quickly becoming a tradition for calling out of work. According to research from TopResume, nearly one in five employees across the country admits to skipping work after the big game. In a state famous for loving both football and a good party, New Yorkers are likely playing a big part in this trend. And for some, it’s not a one-time move; over seven percent admit they’ve done it more than once.

Many New Yorkers Plan Their Absence in Advance

If you’ve ever called in sick after the Super Bowl, you’re hardly alone. Every year, nearly a third of those who’ve done it before are already planning to do it again. Another group is still on the fence, waiting to see if their favorite team wins or just how much fun they have on Sunday night. Only about a quarter of past absentees say they’ll definitely show up to work no matter what.

Gen Z in New York Leads the Sick Day Trend

Younger New Yorkers are the driving force behind this movement. More than a quarter of Gen Z workers in the state have called out after the Super Bowl. An impressive number admit they’ve done it more than once, and many are already considering whether they’ll repeat the tradition, depending on how exciting their night gets.

Millennials in New York Join the Post-Game Pause

Millennials aren’t far behind, either. Over one in five have played hooky after the Super Bowl, with almost ten percent saying it’s happened more than once. This year, plenty are still deciding if they’ll make it in the day after the big game, depending on how the celebration unfolds.

Older New Yorkers Are More Likely to Show Up

For Gen X and Baby Boomers, it’s a different story. Only a small portion of these generations have ever called out after the Super Bowl, and even fewer plan to do so this year. Maybe it’s experience, maybe it’s work ethic, or maybe it’s just that they know how to pace themselves during the game.

Men in New York Are More Likely to Skip Work

The numbers show a clear difference between men and women in Super Bowl absences. Men in New York are much more likely than women to call in sick after the big game and are more likely to make it a habit. This year, New York’s men are leading the charge when it comes to considering a Monday off.

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How New York Workplaces Are Adapting to This Trend

So, what does this mean for workplaces across the state? The Monday after the Super Bowl is becoming an unofficial holiday for many New Yorkers. Whether you’re a football fanatic, a halftime show enthusiast, or just in it for the snacks, you’re not the only one who’s opted for a day to recover. Maybe next year, more New York employers will just give everyone the day off. Until then, if you found yourself taking it easy today, you’re definitely not alone in the Empire State.