Throwdown in Tampa

[Calisniper13]

Two weeks from today, the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers will face off for the Lombardi Trophy. No one in their right mind would have had Arizona in the Super Bowl with a 9-7 regular season record. They shut up their doubters with three really good wins in the NFC Playoffs, getting to their first Super Bowl in history. Vegas still has them as a 7 point dog. Vegas is usually very good in picking games. The Steelers were expected to be here, and they are, their 7th appearance in a Super Bowl and second in the last four years. Let's see the matchup:

Arizona Cardinals:
They have offense. No doubt about it. A three-headed monster in the receiving corps with Fitzgerald, Boldin, and Breaston. A Hall of Fame QB in Warner, and a rejuvenated running game with James and the rookie Hightower. Their defense has stepped up in the playoffs, shutting down three really good running teams.

Key to victory: O-Line
If their O-line can give Warner some time to scan the field, he can easily pick apart the Steelers D. They stepped up against the Blitz happy Eagles, and held them in check for most of the game. Can they repeat their performance on the biggest stage against the #1 Defense in the league?

Player to watch: Kurt Warner
Obviously, the QB is always the guy to watch, but Warner is a special case. Preseason talks had many Cardinal fans calling for Leinart to start the season. I guarantee that would have been a 7 win season at best for the Cards. If Warner gets hot early, it's gonna be a long day for the Steelers secondary.

Pittsburgh Steelers:
The #1 defense in the league has not faced an offense as dynamic as the Cardinals. They can pressure the QB like no other team though, just as Joe Flacco. They stuff the run and can cause turnovers at will. Roethlisberger has led the Steelers to a Super Bowl in just his second season as a starter. He rarely makes mistakes, and can manage a game like no other. Their running game is decent, and if Willie Parker can get going, there is no stopping him.

Key to Victory: Secondary
They must execute perfectly. A single mistake can turn a 8-yard completion into a 80-yard catch and run with this offense. If they have single-coverage, they better not get beaten, or this game can get out of hand quickly. They haven't faced a three-headed monster like Fitzgerald, Boldin, and Breaston, and I don't think they have the depth needed to cover them all.

Player to Watch: Troy Polamalu
A leader in the secondary. He will probably be used to help in covering Fitzgerald, so he will have to be at the top of his game. Fitzgerald has already broken Jerry Rice's record of yardage in the playoffs, so stopping him will be a tough task. He and whichever CB have the task of trying to slow him down will have their hands full all day.

My Pick: Arizona Cardinals
I have to admit to being a Cardinal fan. I became a fan mainly because of Larry Fitzgerald and when they drafted Matt Leinart. Being a USC Fan, I was glad Arizona picked up Leinart, but now I don't know how good he's gonna be <.<

Anyway...

I like the Cardinal offense to be able to throw the ball at will on February 1, throwing in the run when necessary. Their defense will play better than expected, and will hassle Roethlisberger, who has been under pressure all season long. I don't expect a blowout, because Pittsburgh is too good to get blown out, but it will be pretty high in scores. Fitzgerald should be named MVP, but I don't think he will get it if the Cardinals actually pull it off.

Final Score:
Arizona:27
Pittsburgh:24

We have two weeks to pile up any bets the Steeler fanbase has against me. Let's get it on shall we?

Bets against me:
TehOutlaw:100 Credits
Patriotsrock:75 Credits

[TheCriminaL]

GO cardinals... They also have Bolden so yea.. they are guna win.

[avatar3]

GO cardinals... They also have Bolden so yea.. they are guna win.

Boldin didnt do anything last game. He wants out of Arizona, so I am gonna say Kurt is gonna go back to his old self and start throwing those INT's. Personally i don't like EITHER team, but Steelers win it 30-28

[TheCriminaL]

Boldin didnt do anything last game. He wants out of Arizona, so I am gonna say Kurt is gonna go back to his old self and start throwing those INT's. Personally i don't like EITHER team, but Steelers win it 30-28

Yea but imagine if he does something.... and he did he scored one of the touchdowns on wildcard weekend.. and then got injured.. but if he does play well they will definitely win.

[avatar3]

Yea but imagine if he does something.... and he did he scored one of the touchdowns on wildcard weekend.. and then got injured.. but if he does play well they will definitely win.

I think if Breaston gets open, then thats game. Boldin and Warner don't like each other. So the more that goes on, then the less we will be seeing Boldin.

[TheCriminaL]

I think if Breaston gets open, then thats game. Boldin and Warner don't like each other. So the more that goes on, then the less we will be seeing Boldin.

Yea i saw Boldin arguing with the offensive coordinator last game..

[avatar3]

Yea i saw Boldin arguing with the offensive coordinator last game..

Yup, and he was the 1st person to exit the field AND game w/o celebrating the victory.

[TheCriminaL]

Yup, and he was the 1st person to exit the field AND game w/o celebrating the victory.

Lol i am starting to agree with you..

[outlaw]

As much as I want Arizona to win, I think Pittsburgh is at an advantage.

[Calisniper13]

as much as i want arizona to win, i think pittsburgh is at an advantage.

bets nao or gtfo

[outlaw]

bets nao or gtfo

no u ferst.

[Calisniper13]

no u ferst.

Bet nao n00bcaik!

[Omni]

Arizona still has no fricken right to be in the playoffs
You put 1 just ONE AFC team in their division and they would of been gone.
So go black and gold!

[TheCriminaL]

Arizona still has no fricken right to be in the playoffs
You put 1 just ONE AFC team in their division and they would of been gone.
So go black and gold!


Ha just watch Arizona win.

[Omni]

Ha just watch Arizona win.
ok lets put a bet down....
Steelers win and you give me half your credits.
Cards win and i'll give you every credit i earn from now on....
(That means I would have to come out of retirement)

[TheCriminaL]

ok lets put a bet down....
Steelers win and you give me half your credits.
Cards win and i'll give you every credit i earn from now on....
(That means I would have to come out of retirement)


Who does this benefit?

[Omni]

Who does this benefit?
If I win i get half the credits(me)
If you win, you will gain another 10k credits or more because all my credits will go to you due to me playing more(you)

[TheCriminaL]

If I win i get half the credits(me)
If you win, you will gain another 10k credits or more because all my credits will go to you due to me playing more(you)

I will think about it....

[outlaw]

100 credits that Pittsburgh will win.

[PawnGameForum]

Since i am a NFC fan i would want the cardinals to win, but they don't leave us with much hope of over 50 years of not winning a super bowl (Second longest drought in sport history besides the Chicago Cubs). So i believe the Steelers will win since they won in the past years and have more experienced players on their team. So i am rooting for those Arizona Cardinals to win but my best guess is that Pittsburg will win the Super Bowl.

[Calisniper13]

ok lets put a bet down....
Steelers win and you give me half your credits.
Cards win and i'll give you every credit i earn from now on....
(That means I would have to come out of retirement)

How about WE bet 200?
100 credits that Pittsburgh will win.

Winrar.

[Dax]

xD, I want the cards to win buttt could be hard.

[avatar3]

Steelers win regardless.

[patriotsrock]

ill bet you 50 credits that the steelers will win,
Good offense vs good defense =)

[TheCriminaL]

ill bet you 50 credits that the steelers will win,
Good offense vs good defense =)

Well.. your user name team FAils.. so i think the team your rooting for FAils too

[Calisniper13]

Steelers win regardless.
Put credits down or GTFO >:O

ill bet you 50 credits that the steelers will win,
Good offense vs good defense =)

:D Win.

[avatar3]

Put credits down or GTFO >:O



:D Win.

When i get them, 50.

[XxXAGurlXxX]

500 credits that either the cardinals or the steelers will win... WHAT NOW BISH

[TheCriminaL]

500 credits that either the cardinals or the steelers will win... WHAT NOW BISH

LOL i will take that bet and if i win u also have to give me something else.

[XxXAGurlXxX]

orly? i think that is like a lolfail

[TheCriminaL]

orly? i think that is like a lolfail

YA rly and i think you know what you will owe me.

[xXBiOhAzOrDXx]

1st off...Eagles beat NY(superbowl champs)....A cardinals beat Eagles(which who beat super bowl champs)...Cardinals have played the best...And will rise to the top.. and will Win it...I live in Tampa bay area(aka Tampon)...and i will be at the super bowl...I bet 100 credits cardinals will win....

[TheCriminaL]

1st off...Eagles beat NY(superbowl champs)....A cardinals beat Eagles(which who beat super bowl champs)...Cardinals have played the best...And will rise to the top.. and will Win it...I live in Tampa(aka Tampon)...and i will be at the super bowl...I bet 100 credits cardinals will win....

It is my home town :( i miss it and YEA cardinals will win.

[xXBiOhAzOrDXx]

it is my home town :( i miss it and yea cardinals will win.

fail!!!!!!!!

[acejunior]

GO STEELERS, cardinals are my second pick..

[avatar3]

u guys just look at it as the Cardinals, plz look at each individual performance and how each player is feeling -.- ...Steelers have more experience and i have a feeling the Cardinals secondary are gonna slip up on a play action and end up watching Santonio Holmes burn them all. Check Holmes for yards after catch ;)

[TheCriminaL]

u guys just look at it as the Cardinals, plz look at each individual performance and how each player is feeling -.- ...Steelers have more experience and i have a feeling the Cardinals secondary are gonna slip up on a play action and end up watching Santonio Holmes burn them all. Check Holmes for yards after catch ;)

Kurt Warner is as much experience as they need.

[XxXAGurlXxX]

nerds :(

i have liek no clue what your talking about.... liek i said... 500 that either the cardinals or steelers win -_-

[Calisniper13]

u guys just look at it as the Cardinals, plz look at each individual performance and how each player is feeling -.- ...Steelers have more experience and i have a feeling the Cardinals secondary are gonna slip up on a play action and end up watching Santonio Holmes burn them all. Check Holmes for yards after catch ;)

Can't stop all the Cardinal weapons. Their defense has been on fire, much like the Giants last year. :O

[TheCriminaL]

nerds :(

i have liek no clue what your talking about.... liek i said... 500 that either the cardinals or steelers win -_-

We are not nerds. We are football fans.

[Ashavedballoon]

I got 200 on the Arizona

[avatar3]

Their on fire BUT the secondary has been getting a little slower and hurting more as of late. If their defensive line and linebackers are 100% then it should be a challenge. Also big Ben has just about the same amount of exp as Kurt Warner. Kurt has a simple flaw that big Ben doesn't have. HE THROWS INTS! Kurt Warner stats for a game 400 yds, 3 TD's, 4INT's! those look good for fantasy football, but in a game if those INT's are returned thats game over.

[imawinner]

WELL GUESS WHO IS GOING TO THE SUPERBOWL!!! ME AND MY BROTHER NATE(IMALOSER) :D HAHAHA muhahaha so just letting you know i'll let u guys know how the up close seats are. :P

[patriotsrock]

Well.. your user name team FAils.. so i think the team your rooting for FAils too

Team doesn't "fail" 11-5 is that bad? I dont think so.
Also stay on topic.
come on peoples bet, only 2 lols

[Calisniper13]

Yes place more bets STEELER FANS

[patriotsrock]

Yes place more bets STEELER FANS
They key stats and things you said sounded like a espn analysis. =)
You'll still lose.

[Calisniper13]

<_< ESPN Analyst eh? Eh...they were totally wrong in the playoffs >_>


You shall eat your words. So bring the salsa :P

[coolestkings]

the cards will win cuz COOLESTKINGS said so

[avatar3]

They key stats and things you said sounded like a espn analysis. =)
You'll still lose.

<_< ESPN Analyst eh? Eh...they were totally wrong in the playoffs >_>


You shall eat your words. So bring the salsa :P

agreed, ESPN ppl have failed this yr in the playoffs. Read Bill Simmons on ESPN.com on Page 2. He went 0-4 on 1 of the weekends >.< ...a reader said "if u werent so funny, no1 would be reading this column for football." lol.

[BTM4444]

the cardinals defense is good but far from the skill of the steelers im not going to bet but i belive the steelers r going to win (not being cocky though)

[Calisniper13]

the cardinals defense is good but far from the skill of the steelers im not going to bet but i belive the steelers r going to win (not being cocky though)

bets or GTFO

[patriotsrock]

bets or GTFO

Everyone is to scared to bet, >.>

[Calisniper13]

They fear me :O :O :O :O

[patriotsrock]

They fear me :O :O :O :O

Not much to fear though =P

[TheCriminaL]

Im just not a gambler. Im also not so sure who will win.

[Calisniper13]

Not much to fear though =P

No u ferst.

[BTM4444]

bets or GTFO

calm down dude and no im not going to bet im trying to save my creds

[avatar3]

calm down dude and no im not going to bet im trying to save my creds

hes trying to buy smex from some noobs :) ...Next weekend is gonna be tight tho >;D

[patriotsrock]

Im just not a gambler. Im also not so sure who will win.

No one knows who is going to win, thats the point of betting.

[Calisniper13]

calm down dude and no im not going to bet im trying to save my creds

Boo Boo Boo Fail Fail Fail

[BTM4444]

Boo Boo Boo Fail Fail Fail

idc dude say what u want

[Calisniper13]

Bet bet bet RAWRARWAWRAWR DO ET

[patriotsrock]

Bet bet bet RAWRARWAWRAWR DO ET
you'll maybe get 1 more bet if your lucky.
These people are penny pinchers.

[Calisniper13]

People sauck. MOAR BETS!

[GuMonster]

Steelers gonna win no doubt

[Calisniper13]

Put credits where your mouth is

[patriotsrock]

Put credits where your mouth is
Say they will lose and what not, try to mess with there minds >.>

[xNinjaManx]

i hope the cards will win.....ih8 the steelers......but i think they will win do to their dominating offense :D

[patriotsrock]

i hope the cards will win.....ih8 the steelers......but i think they will win do to their dominating offense :D

Bet then if you think so.

[Calisniper13]

The lack of bets makes me sadface

[patriotsrock]

The lack of bets makes me sadface
=o Bet peoples,
Here ill add 25 credits to my bet.

[VarsityPwner]

Two weeks from today, the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers will face off for the Lombardi Trophy. No one in their right mind would have had Arizona in the Super Bowl with a 9-7 regular season record. They shut up their doubters with three really good wins in the NFC Playoffs, getting to their first Super Bowl in history. Vegas still has them as a 7 point dog. Vegas is usually very good in picking games. The Steelers were expected to be here, and they are, their 7th appearance in a Super Bowl and second in the last four years. Let's see the matchup:

Arizona Cardinals:
They have offense. No doubt about it. A three-headed monster in the receiving corps with Fitzgerald, Boldin, and Breaston. A Hall of Fame QB in Warner, and a rejuvenated running game with James and the rookie Hightower. Their defense has stepped up in the playoffs, shutting down three really good running teams.

Key to victory: O-Line
If their O-line can give Warner some time to scan the field, he can easily pick apart the Steelers D. They stepped up against the Blitz happy Eagles, and held them in check for most of the game. Can they repeat their performance on the biggest stage against the #1 Defense in the league?

Player to watch: Kurt Warner
Obviously, the QB is always the guy to watch, but Warner is a special case. Preseason talks had many Cardinal fans calling for Leinart to start the season. I guarantee that would have been a 7 win season at best for the Cards. If Warner gets hot early, it's gonna be a long day for the Steelers secondary.

Pittsburgh Steelers:
The #1 defense in the league has not faced an offense as dynamic as the Cardinals. They can pressure the QB like no other team though, just as Joe Flacco. They stuff the run and can cause turnovers at will. Roethlisberger has led the Steelers to a Super Bowl in just his second season as a starter. He rarely makes mistakes, and can manage a game like no other. Their running game is decent, and if Willie Parker can get going, there is no stopping him.

Key to Victory: Secondary
They must execute perfectly. A single mistake can turn a 8-yard completion into a 80-yard catch and run with this offense. If they have single-coverage, they better not get beaten, or this game can get out of hand quickly. They haven't faced a three-headed monster like Fitzgerald, Boldin, and Breaston, and I don't think they have the depth needed to cover them all.

Player to Watch: Troy Polamalu
A leader in the secondary. He will probably be used to help in covering Fitzgerald, so he will have to be at the top of his game. Fitzgerald has already broken Jerry Rice's record of yardage in the playoffs, so stopping him will be a tough task. He and whichever CB have the task of trying to slow him down will have their hands full all day.

My Pick: Arizona Cardinals
I have to admit to being a Cardinal fan. I became a fan mainly because of Larry Fitzgerald and when they drafted Matt Leinart. Being a USC Fan, I was glad Arizona picked up Leinart, but now I don't know how good he's gonna be <.<

Anyway...

I like the Cardinal offense to be able to throw the ball at will on February 1, throwing in the run when necessary. Their defense will play better than expected, and will hassle Roethlisberger, who has been under pressure all season long. I don't expect a blowout, because Pittsburgh is too good to get blown out, but it will be pretty high in scores. Fitzgerald should be named MVP, but I don't think he will get it if the Cardinals actually pull it off.

Final Score:
Arizona:27
Pittsburgh:24

We have two weeks to pile up any bets the Steeler fanbase has against me. Let's get it on shall we?

Bets against me:
TehOutlaw:100 Credits
Patriotsrock:50 Credits
Cards cant beat Steels i bet 5 creds when i get it

[avatar3]

ok im upping my bet from 25-100 after Bill Simmons just picked them on ESPN.com.

[Calisniper13]

Who'd you take?

>_>

[niceguyeddie]

lol @ that arse on espn talking about dreaming of getting "a sack" on Roth. I hope he gets embarrassed when we drop the steel curtain on those idiots.

[Calisniper13]

lol @ that arse on espn talking about dreaming of getting "a sack" on Roth. I hope he gets embarrassed when we drop the steel curtain on those idiots.

The return of the Steel Curtain will never happen. Not even close.

[SnoopDaWhoop]

As much as I want Arizona to win, I think Pittsburgh is at an advantage.

pfft, Arizona will win all the way no doubt.

[Calisniper13]

The lack of bets has made me sad in the pants.

I expected Dax to put something down, since he has all through the playoffs with me :(

[avatar3]

i took Pit.

[Calisniper13]

i took Pit.

How much? <_< Tell me!!!

[avatar3]

How much? <_< Tell me!!!

....i said 100...BLIND MORE!?!?!???! lol.

[shadowolf]

go cards!!!!!!!!!!!! yeah!!!

[Omni]

steelers win it all! Haha yes!!!

[WolfHowlz]

I wanted the cardinals :[

[Omni]

I wanted the cardinals :[
Over-rated and shouldnt of even been in the playoffs let alone in the superbowl. So many penalties not called in the Az-Atl game that should of had the Falcons win. And how the heck does and 8-8 team get in the playoffs anyways...The NFC west is a pathetic division that should be removed lol

[WolfHowlz]

Over-rated and shouldnt of even been in the playoffs let alone in the superbowl. So many penalties not called in the Az-Atl game that should of had the Falcons win. And how the heck does and 8-8 team get in the playoffs anyways...The NFC west is a pathetic division that should be removed lol
Cardinals=west=win :[

[Calisniper13]

Over-rated and shouldnt of even been in the playoffs let alone in the superbowl. So many penalties not called in the Az-Atl game that should of had the Falcons win. And how the heck does and 8-8 team get in the playoffs anyways...The NFC west is a pathetic division that should be removed lol

9-7 j00 fr00b :P

[BTM4444]

i knew it!!!! i should of bet u cali go steelers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[avatar3]

lol got my creds :)