Saturday, February 5, 2011

Obligatory Super Bowl Post

Super Bowl Sunday is only a couple of days away, and I won't have done my solemn duty to the internet if my take on it isn't available for everyone to see by then.

As a lifelong Bears fan, I feel morally obligated to root against Green Bay (even though they are a damn good team this year and probably deserve to win, especially since they haven't been to the big game in a while and Ben Rapistberger already has a ring). Also, I have a huge man-crush on Troy Polamalu. Okay, maybe that's a bit of an exaggeration, but--wait--nope, it's not. Needless to say, I use Head & Shoulders shampoo and conditioner every single day.

Hair and prejudices aside, I am super excited for this game. It's an excellent matchup this year; each team has a high-profile quarterback, a highly talented and experienced receiving corps, a solid running game, and an absolutely vicious defense, not to mention some of the best coaching in the NFL. A fast-paced, dynamic, bloodthirsty game is all but guaranteed. And as much as I'll probably hope it never ends, I have to give the Steelers the edge.

While it's true that Aaron Rodgers has been the hottest QB in the league recently, he posted a decidedly anemic 55.4 passer rating in an ugly win in the NFC Championship Game. The Steelers' defense is at least as good as Chicago's and probably even better. It's as simple as that. The Pack will probably get away with some big plays--there's really no stopping them completely--but I think Pittsburgh's defense can hold them off long enough. To really seal the deal though, the Steelers will need to establish their running game early and pound away at the clock to keep that explosive Green Bay offense off the field, because given enough chances, they can and will run up the score against anyone... and if it comes down to a shootout, Pittsburgh may not be able to keep up.

Summary: Steelers need to control the clock and keep their defense well-rested to win, and I like their chances.

What are your thoughts? Comment it up folks!!

20 comments:

  1. Green Bay has this! As long as Aaron Rodgers doesn't pull a Favre and choke

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  2. Damn you Adam and all these socialistic views you have! You know those Packers have something to prove, and enough motivation behind them to show up and surprise the Steelers. Although the Steelers have been known to surprise once in awhile themselves.

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  3. Either way I just watch for the ads.lol.

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  4. Looking forward to the big day. Packers all the way.

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  5. As a Brit, I'd have to say the packers to win, only because we don't get to see much NFL screened over here, but I always try to watch when they are playing

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  6. I'm not much of a sports fan. I can't wait for the Super Bowl, though. When it's over, my television programs will stop being interrupted for a bit.

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  7. I've had this nagging feeling the packers are going to win. I can't wait for it tomorrow.

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  8. This is gonna be a close game for sure. My money's on the Steelers, but Green Bay has a ton of weapons at their disposal. I think it'll come down to who has more heart.

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  9. I work during the Super Bowl. In retail. In the deli. It is going to be hell on Earth.

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  10. ive never really been a sports fan but my familys rooting for the steelers

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  11. Honestly I totally agree. Steelers seem way more mentally ready. Lol I had my own post even predicting it.

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  12. its kinda weird cause here in britain we barely notice this stuff but then i go on the internet and SUPERBOWL, SUPERBOWL EVERYWHERE

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  13. Oh man...that was one of the best games i've seen in years. Thank god Steelers didn't win.

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  14. I guess, in the end, the Steelers could have won if they didn't spot the Packers those 3 TDs.

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  15. I kinda was even about both teams winning so its all good

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