With less than two hours to go until the Super Bowl, I still don’t have a preview up. It’s almost as if the game has lost its luster since the Eagles’ defeat two years ago.
The Bears will need to get the running game going to win. I think everyone’s expecting the wheels to finally come off of Grossman’s playoff performance, and Jones and Benson will be key. The problem is the Colts have been playing great defense in the playoffs and have been great against the run. They’ve stopped three very good running attacks in the AFC playoffs and look to have a lot of momentum.
Rex Grossman has to protect the football. The Colts have a lot of great athletes and speed, and they can close on a Quarterback as quickly as any team in the league. When guys like Mathis and Freeney are flying into the backfield, there’s a great chance of losing some fumbles, so Grossman needs to get rid of the ball fast and make good decisions.
Peyton Manning obviously hasn’t played his best football this postseason, and he has another tough matchup very soon. The Bears can get after the QB and create turnovers, which has spelled trouble for Peyton in the past. They’re an aggressive defense and he’ll need to make sure he’s calling for good protection schemes to make the throws he needs to make. The Bears’ front four killed Brees and prevented the Saints’ offense from getting anything done.
Joseph Addai is going to be important. The Bears have been weak against the run at some points in the season, and Addai will have to help wear them down. Sometimes, the Bears’ tackles lose focus and their technique becomes poor. If the interior of the Colts’ line can open up holes, the Colts are going to have a lot of success.
I think the Colts finally have what it takes. No one would’ve believed it a month ago with the way they were playing, but it’s finally Peyton’s time, and I’m going to be happy for him. The Colts will win Super Bowl XLI 24-14.
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