Super Bowl XLIV

One might say Super Bowl XLIV is going to be a game for the ages. A game that features two high potent offenses that will burn out the lights on the scoreboard. A game that highlights two prolific quarterbacks -- one you might know, and one you will (hopefully) be acquainted with by the end of tonight. And lastly, a game that one team has almost the entire nation on its' back.

The game: Indianapolis Colts vs. New Orleans Saints.

Obviously, you have been overwhelmed of T.M.I. (Too Much Information) by ESPN, the NFL Network, and the Internet. As always, I will formulate my pick by posting minimal statistics and few blah blah blah rants.

I start with this: All I have heard, and all the Saints have heard, is Peyton Manning this, Peyton Manning that ... I say 'WHO DAT?' All the Saints have heard is how soft their defense is due to Gregg William's (Saint defensive coordinator) schemes. And that there is no possibility of getting pressure on Manning, even though they are the second most blitzing team in the National Football League.

OK. The cat is out-of-the-bag. I am leaning Saints and there are 5 main reasons:

1) The Saints will be able to match up against the Colts offense, whether you believe it or not. I know, "But Jamie Manning is a cerebral quarterback that's not going to make any mistakes." Could not disagree more. He'll throw an interception or two. (A great prop bet for anyone out there.)

2) The Saints will be able to run the football because Saints head coach Sean Payton is not Paris Hilton; he actually has SOME brain cells. Even after he shotguns six beers before every game.

(Note: By the way, is it not obvious that Payton is at least a little buzzed before the game? I would have bet my life on it two weeks ago in the NFC Championship Game. During the National Anthem, Payton looked like he was going to fall over. Although, it might have been a combination of beer and lack of sleep. Who knows? But I guarantee one thing: Living in New Orleans, that guy can probably out-drink just about anyone.)

Speaking of Sean Payton ...

3) Sean Payton. Why? Can we start with the unlimited menu of plays he holds in his hand very week?

The last two are simple.

4) Drew Breeeeeeeeeeeeeeees.

5) .................................. 'WHO DAT!'

Super Bowl XLIV Prediction:

Saints 31

Colts 27

MVP: Drew Brees