NFL Super Bowl XLIV Preview

The biggest weekend in sports is set to go down, and there is only one question you need ask yourself: Do I have the correct hot sauce to ranch ratio?

The two teams heading bettors are evaluating on the Super Bowl 2010 odds couldn’t be more different – the Colts come into this game off a which saw not only Peyton Manning but the entire team rise to the occasion on a consistent basis. The Saints on the other hand are a remarkable comeback story – one which parallels that of the city they represent. While the Saints may be the sentimental favorite, it is certainly not that way with the bookmakers, as Indianapolis is coming in as a -5.5 favorite.

Because the Colts aren’t known for running the ball, expect New Orleans to focus on the pass – something that should work to the underdogs’ advantage. While its obvious the Saints are going to have to pressure Peyton Manning, they’re going to have to get physical to do it – no easy feat given the Colts’ offensive line. The Saints are also going to have to constantly be on the lookout for every opportunity. You have to believe Gregg Williams will continue his emphasis on exploiting any opportunity to turn the play around.

Indianapolis, however, has to stop the Saints offence –
New Orleans has dangerous accuracy when it comes to throwing the ball, and the
Colts can’t give them an inch. Making sure that Brees doesn’t have the physical
space to get his throws off is critical and will ensure the Colts stave off the
upset.

The bottom line? Without a serious defense to stop him, Peyton Manning will run game on the New Orleans Saints, capturing himself and the Colts another championship title. Look for Indianapolis to slowly pull away from a close contest in the first half of the game to put a stamp on things in the 3rd and particularly 4th quarters.

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