Weekend open thread – Super Bowl predictions

I’m in the midst of doing some site maintenance and looking at some things to add to it that will make it more functional for you as well as yours truly, so unless there’s a hot topic that pops up this weekend I may not be blogging much the next couple of days.

In the meantime, let’s hear your Super Bowl predictions – who do you think will win, and what will the score be?

17 Responses to "Weekend open thread – Super Bowl predictions"

Mwalimu Daudi says:

February 2, 2007 at 10:26 pm

Prediction 1: Colts 23, Bears 16

Prediction 2: MVP will be Peyton Manning

Prediction 3: This Super Bowl will have some of the worst viewer ratings in history.

Prediction 4: No wardrobe malfunction at halftime.

Prediction 5: Bears’ offense malfunctions.

Prediction 6: Unable to capture the MSM’s attention any other way, Rep. Loretta Sanchez changes her story and claims that it was actually VP Cheney who called her a “whore”.

ST: You didn’t think I was going to post without at least one snarky comment about the MSM and their Democrat pets, now did you? That would be uncivilized!
sanity says:

February 3, 2007 at 12:14 am

I predict that I will be working and if I have problems, I predict I won’t be able to get a hold of my boss or next level of support because they will be too busy watching the game…..

There, there is my prediction.
geezer says:

February 3, 2007 at 12:27 am

With all due respect to M. Daudi, the Colts’ year is next year. PM has John Elway written all over him.

Walter Payton and I converse quite a bit these days, so if you’ve got a few bucks to burn, put them on the Bears. Just don’t go more than 3. The vibe from the spirits is something in the 20s for both teams, yet still produces an incredibly good, good game. Ratings? C’mon, we’re talking Chicago vs. Manning here. It’ll come in the top 10, easy. Hate Prince all you want, that half-time show will be something.

Then again, I only picked both AFC and NFC winners, so what the heck would I know?
Mwalimu Daudi says:

February 3, 2007 at 2:09 am

geezer, the only thing that can save the ratings of this dog-of-a-Super-Bowl is for BeyoncÃ© Knowles, Halle Berry, Angela Bassett, Christina Aguilera, Britney Spears, Thandie Newton, Vanessa Williams, Kimberly Elise, Nichelle Nichols (my favorite), the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and a few hundred girls from various “Hooters” restaurants to undergo an apocalyptic wardrobe malfunction while performing at halftime.

It won’t be the game that will raise the ol’ blood pressure. Thrill to the aerial exploits of Rex “Wrong Way” Grossman? How ’bout the stout Colts’ run defense – making mediocre running backs look like Hall of Fame material? The crummy commercials? Be still my beating heart.

Thank God we were spared the spectacle of T.O. (Team Obliterator) dropping passes in the Super Bowl and getting pelted by pain-reliever pills thrown by frisky fans. Although come to think of it, this might have boosted ratings more than the aforementioned wardrobe malfunction.

Another Prediction: Cowboys make Norv Turner their next head coach. Team Obliterator runs him off within two years.

WARNING WILL ROBINSON!! If you go to church this Sunday, avert your eyes from any TVs you might see. The NFL is on the warpath.
Mwalimu Daudi says:

February 3, 2007 at 2:19 am

I just had a thought, geezer. Walter Payton is, shall we say, a tad out of shape these days, but I’ll bet that even in his present condition he could top 100 yards rushing against this Colts defense. And Rex needs the help. What say ye?
Marshall Art says:

February 3, 2007 at 3:07 am

Grossman has been the proverbial Jekyl/Hyde personality. The question is simply which Grossman shows up. Will it be Rex or Wrecks? If it’s Rex, Bears win hands down. If it’s Wrecks, well, the rest of the team has picked up the slack before…It could be a historic game with the Bears winning without an offensive touchdown. More importantly, is it “a” historic game or “an” historic game? In any case, to dismiss Grossman is folly, as he’s posted several high QB ratings this year along with the pathetic ones. But! because he’s Grossman, I offer no score predictions. I never bet on the Bears.
geezer says:

February 3, 2007 at 3:10 am

Sorry, Em Dee, I had to go away to pay some bills. Popped in some Soundgarden, and sure as heck, Sweet Walter P. spoke to me again. Mind you, I’m a Giants guy 1st, Vikes 2nd, Chargers 3rd and when all else fails, it’s over to the Dolphins. Got no Chicago axe to sharpen here, much less a rational clue when it comes to the NFL (as opposed to MLB this is all vibe talking.

Oh, and Walter says “Hi,” and wants you to know he’s been working it hard lately. He actually wanted me to use the phrase “gettin’ low wid’ it”, but understood how queasy such crap would make me (and others) feel, and thankfully relented.

Sunday will be swell. Trust us.
Tom TB says:

February 3, 2007 at 9:30 am

Predictions…drink beer, no shots or champagne, no dog in this fight…see what the Artist Currently Known as Prince looks like these days…eat the usual fare…no myocardial infarctions no matter who wins…how about Giants and Jets in ’08?
Dana says:

February 3, 2007 at 11:20 am

My prediction? Oakland Raiders 27, Philadelphia Eagles 7.
Dana says:

February 3, 2007 at 11:24 am

Mr Daudi predicted:

Cowboys make Norv Turner their next head coach. Team Obliterator runs him off within two years.

If the Cowboys repeat Al Davis’ mistake by hiring Norv Turner as head coach, you can count on the Cowboys winning at least five games next year.

Mr Turner stank up the joint in Washington, when he had a lot of talent with which to work, and he stank up the joint in Oakland, when he didn’t. The man is a great offensive coordinator, but that’s it, he’s Peter Principled beyond that level; he’s simply not a head coach.
Dana says:

February 3, 2007 at 11:26 am

I’m still rooting for Tom Brady to win another Super Bowl — and have Peyton Manning join Dan Marino on the list of “greatest quarterbacks who never won a championship.”
Chuck says:

February 3, 2007 at 11:42 am

For starters, I’m not a big sports enthusiast, but being a Tampa native, It’s great to see Dungy finally make it. I’ve always admired him for his coaching style and his faith. That being said my gut tells me that Bears are gonna pull it off. My prediction: Bears-27, Colts-17. Of course I’m probably way off on that prediction.
Mwalimu Daudi says:

February 3, 2007 at 2:18 pm

Condi Rice picks the Colts.
Mwalimu Daudi says:

February 3, 2007 at 3:12 pm

Michael Irvin, Thurman Thomas, Bruce Matthews, and Roger Wehrli were selected to the pro football Hall of Fame today, along with two nominees of the veterans’ committee – tight end Charlie Sanders and guard Gene Hickerson.
benning says:

February 3, 2007 at 6:56 pm

Colts: 31 – 24

MVP: Manning

Number of beers consumed by benning: 2

Super Bowl Meal for benning: Pork Ribs and Sauerkraut, Mashed Potatoes, Salad.

Halftime Highlights: Abdolutely none – this Halftime Extravaganza will continue the tradition of overblown, boring crap masquerading as entertainment.
geezer says:

February 3, 2007 at 10:55 pm

I’m still wondering how that stupid smily face attached itself to an MLB reference in my previous comment. ST, is this your sly way of showing disdain for America’s first love? Hmmmm….

MD, Condi would still make a decent prez; as such, she could root for the Colts, Broncos, Bills or even (gag, choke, old-man-hacking-cough) Raiders to her heart’s content and I’d still support her.

benning + anybody else: an unofficial, unscientific, mostly hilarious and ultimately worthless poll I conducted today working at WalMart was quite telling. Since the conference games, you couldn’t get a Bears pick from customers or associates even if you pointed a loaded .357 at their children. Today? Heh-heh-heh… Literally the last guy I talked to said Prince’s halftime gig will be awesome. And Chicago by 3 or less.

Final prediction: benning is tempted to crack open a third beer in the last 5 minutes of the 4th quarter.

Walter, God comfort your sweet soul, I’ve done all I can. The rest is in Da Bears’ hands now.
benning says:

February 4, 2007 at 5:46 pm

Darn you, geezer! I’ve had one, have dinner slowly cooking in the oven, and am mighty tempted to crack number two! Darn you!

As for Wal-Mart, where I work, most of the jerseys sported today have been for the Bears. Oddly, a few strange looking women – I could describe ’em, but … yech! – sported blue streaks in their hair. I suppose that means they are Colts fans.

*shrug*

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