16 regular season games — done. Three playoff rounds — done.
It has all come down to this. The Arizona Cardinals and Pittsburgh Steelers have worked their way through 2008 and must fight each other for the right to become World Champions.
Sunday, 4:00 p.m. MST
ARIZONA CARDINALS vs. PITTSBURGH STEELERS
Why You Should Watch:
Aside from the simple fact that it’s the Super Bowl and more people watch it than any other sporting event? Well, this contest features two teams that couldn’t be more different and hopefully that will make for a great game.
In Arizona, we have a squad that has long been looked at as one of the bottom-of-the-barrel teams in the NFL. Well not anymore. Led by gray-haired veteran quarterback Kurt Warner, this Cardinals team has one of the most potent offenses in the league. They have two legitimate No. 1 wide receivers in Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin. Edgerrin James has looked rejuvenated of late. Their defense is playing their best football at just the right time.
Few gave them a chance to beat the Carolina Panthers or Philadelphia Eagles, yet here they are after having dispatched both. They may not have won a league championship since 1947, but it’s never too late to win another one.
The Steelers on the other hand have been a contender for years and years. Their most recent Super Bowl victory in 2005 was their fifth. Under center is young Ben Roethlisberger, a 26-year old who already has his first ring. They have been known mostly through the years for their power running game, though that has suffered this season. It hasn’t mattered since they have one of the nastiest defenses in the NFL. With James Harrison and perennial Pro Bowler Troy Polamalu, it’s easy to see where the threat lies when you’re facing the Steelers.
And if you’re one of the few who don’t care to watch the Cardinal’s fourth-ranked offense take on the Steeler’s top-ranked defense, you can always watch the commercials.
Keep An Eye On:
Larry Fitzgerald, WR, Arizona Cardinals - There might not be a better big play receiver in the league, and if the Cardinals are going to have success, a lot depends on him. If he can find holes in the vaunted Steeler defense and the Arizona offensive line gives Warner enough time to throw, it could be a long day for the Pittsburgh defensive backs.
James Harrison, LB, Pittsburgh Steelers - After notching 101 tackles, 16 sacks, seven forced fumbles and an interception in 2008, Harrison won AP Defensive Player of the Year honors. No one has made more plays for the Pittsburgh defense than No. 92, and if he is able to hassle Warner, it will go a long way in improving the Steelers’ odds of getting a second Super Bowl title in four years.
-Adam Zinser, DenverBronocos.com
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NO ONE CARES. Let’s talk about Free Agency! Please the compine is right around the corner and I want to know what direction Coach McDaniels is going.
I hope the Cardinals kick the heck out of the over rated steelers. Go Broncos.
they wont tell who they are looking at for sure its all a game to make the other teams infront of you not take your guy just cause we are aka the raiders, they will snake our guy so we cant get em thats what teams do, they are scandlous
That does’nt mean we can’t talk about what to do and who’s availlable.
Cardinals 24
Steelers 17
The way I look at it, fellow denizens of Bronco Country, there are two teams in the Mountain Time Zone (yes, Arizona is in Mountain Time, trust me I was a Mormon missionary down there) and one of them is playing for the Super Bowl. Next year, it will be us of course, but this is an opportunity to avenge Shannon’s screw job at the HOF presser Saturday. Here’s what I’m saying: the Cardinals, a team in the isolated West, can beat the tar out of a team from the overrated East. Therefore, I say Go Cardinals and I think the final will be 33-24.
Stealers by 4, I said 3. I wanted AZ to win but Pitt is to much. Mike Tomlin did say something of interest though, He said “If they were going to score that’s how they wanted them to score, fast. He said “Throw the flashy scores out the window, were here for 60min.” That’s because this TEAM control’s the ball, the TIME OF POSSESSION, and the game then play’s Great D. That’s the way I want The Denver Broncos to play with CONTROL.
I’m glad it’s over and we can start paying attention to what The Broncos are going to do. Next subject please… Who is available in Free agency that The Broncos might be looking at, or what kind of trades will The Broncos look to make?
TIME OF POSSESSION ! ! !
GO BRONCOS ! ! !