Super Bowl - Who're You Picking, Who're You Partying With?
Mates,
Super Bowl LI is tomorrow and our own Tom Terrific and his NE Patriots play the dangerous Atlanta Falcons. The Patriots are 3 point favorites, though I think the line was 2 points when the game first was set. Both teams have done well against the spread, 15-3, 12-6 for NE and Atl, respectively.
Also, many folks will make time to attend or host a gathering to watch the game. If you are like our house, our ladies spoil us with so many hors d' ouvres that we never even make it to any type of main course for dinner. We all enjoy watching the game, and I suppose like most people, we want an exciting game, not a one-sided blow out.
So, the 2 questions are these:
1. Who are you picking to win the game, and extra points for 'why'?
2. If you're going to be watching it, what's on the menu and where/with whom will you watch?
Have a great weekend,
XM
February 4th, 2017 at 6:43 AM ^
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February 4th, 2017 at 7:32 AM ^
Patriots 34 - Falcons 23 (with Atlanta making it closer than it really was in last 4-6 mins). Brady wins MVP. On a side note I was given 50-1 odds back in October that Patriots win SB, Brady game MVP, and then he would retire. I took the bet because who doesn't like 50-1 odds???? So here's hoping that Brady plays his best game ever and then decides that it's time to enjoy the rest of his life and allows Patriots to turn the reigns over to Garoppolo who needs to be signed long term.
February 4th, 2017 at 7:46 AM ^
the part where you say, 'and then he becomes the michigan QB coach, later the OC, and then the head coach when JH retires'.
February 4th, 2017 at 11:50 AM ^
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February 4th, 2017 at 7:52 AM ^
February 4th, 2017 at 8:06 AM ^
but if you make it we would have a boatload of food for you and your family. we might even be able to find some adult beverages to share.
February 4th, 2017 at 10:47 AM ^
Free trees at xmas and SB invites! ExtraM gives with both hands! If I weren't in Tampa, I might take you up on it!
I have Brady and Co taking this one. The only thing that beats Bill/Brady is super nasty D-Lines. Good offenses aren't going to cut it.
I'm watching with a coworker and his family. Never met his wife or twin 13 yo's, but he is super fun and there are right down the street, so should be a good time. Trying to decide what to bring - its just my wife and I and his fam, so thinking like some guac or something.
February 4th, 2017 at 11:45 AM ^
February 4th, 2017 at 8:02 AM ^
February 4th, 2017 at 8:10 AM ^
Everyone in the media is now talking about how Atlanta's offense cannot be stopped and is #1 in the NFL. That only wets the appetite of Belichek to show that he can take mostly average players and dominate everyone else. Also...TB12 is the most focused, determined QB who is never fully satiated in his appetite for rings.
2. Watching at my house with friends from church. Going to enjoy some sausage/cream cheese bites, southern caviar, and ham and cheese sliders with a combination of Yeungling, Coors light, and Founders Dirty Bastard... then I may call in sick on Monday
February 4th, 2017 at 8:11 AM ^
He has given no indication he wants to hang up the cleats at season's end. In fact, the opposite is true. He says he wants to play well into his forties. I'm sure though, like Peyton, once he sees his skills decline, and for those types, it seems to be rapid, simply because they possessed so much more than the average qb, he will not embarrass himself by pulling a "Favre" type decions(s)
With that said, I have never picked against, and I won't start now as to going against the GOAT.
I think your women do a wise thing by a steady supply of hors d'ovures. I think if they asked you all to take time out for a full meal, it would spoint the flow.
I will choose a local bar - although the Super Bowl is big down here - unless one of the gringos or Canadians host a SB party, its more fun toi watch with a mix of expats and the locals. They are all aware of the biggest stars in any U.S. sport so Tom will, more-than-likely be the man most are pulling for.
February 4th, 2017 at 8:33 AM ^
at a buddy's ranch. satellite was a big deal then as we were way off the grid. the lions were as usual the worst team on the planet and the broncos were having a very good year. the lions of course did what only the lions could do: against all odds they beat the broncos like a rented mule. the locals enjoyed the game and were a pleasure to hang out with. i think they were glad there was someone to translate the broadcast, too.
February 4th, 2017 at 8:12 AM ^
The NFL should consider moving this game to Saturday to accommodate us working folks.
February 4th, 2017 at 9:56 PM ^
....it will be better than the food at the party I'm attending.
Just been informed that we will be enjoying a "Kosher/vegetarian/dairy" menu.
#facepalm
February 4th, 2017 at 8:14 AM ^
February 4th, 2017 at 8:24 AM ^
as to the game itself i can easily see how atlanta could win it, and though we will be pulling for NE/Brady, i wouldn't be surprised to see ATL pull it off.
February 4th, 2017 at 11:49 AM ^
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February 4th, 2017 at 1:24 PM ^
what did you do, cue, to earn your vacation spot.
February 4th, 2017 at 3:00 PM ^
February 4th, 2017 at 8:40 AM ^
I am in two pools, both with horrible numbers, so there's that - I do have a straight bet with my mom on the Falcons though, only because I made the foolish mistake of letting her choose the team she wanted to put money on first this time.
I'll be making a stew and settling in with a generous helping of wine tomorrow - there's not really a whole lot to a Super Bowl celebration when you're still trying to deal with a new puppy and the rest of your family isn't interested.
February 4th, 2017 at 8:46 AM ^
February 4th, 2017 at 8:50 AM ^
I think Atlanta races out to an early lead and their defense gets to Brady early in the game. Atlanta goes into the half up by 10-14 or so. But in the second half, Belichek does what he does best. He makes adjustments, and Brady starts getting the offense going. Atlanta's offense isn't stopped, but they're slowed down enough for Brady to chip away at their lead throughout the second half.
Ryan throws a costly pick in the final minutes of the game to give Brady the ball back with a chance to win. He does what he does best: marches down the field and throws the game winning TD with under 10 seconds to go. Ryan heaves up a Hail Mary to Julio, but its batted down.
Brady gets his fifth ring and the personal satisfaction of facing Goodell and snatching the Lombardi Trophy out of his hands.
February 4th, 2017 at 9:03 AM ^
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February 4th, 2017 at 8:52 AM ^
Because Bill and Tom of course. I think it will not be as close as everyone expects and Pats pull away for a 38-21 victory. All arguements are crushed as to who THE GOAT is and Tom finally gets one for his thumb. Watching with the girlfriend and probably do some wings(for her) and some crablegs. Really looking forward to the silence of some smack talking co-workers this past week, as for what they will be eating...a long steady diet of salty crow!
Go Patriots!
Go Tom!
Go Blue!
February 4th, 2017 at 8:58 AM ^
- I'm picking Tom to win another one
- Normally we go to a buddy of mines big Super Bowl shindig but this year I think we're just going to stay home and watch it with the family. An 8 week old little peanut probably doesn't need to go to a Super Bowl party.
The peanut in question
February 4th, 2017 at 9:15 AM ^
Congrats fellow mgoblogger.
February 4th, 2017 at 9:16 AM ^
must take after darker blue himself.
February 4th, 2017 at 9:24 AM ^
She definitely has dad's hair.
February 4th, 2017 at 10:49 AM ^
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February 4th, 2017 at 9:04 AM ^
Do know about the food menu yet.
February 4th, 2017 at 9:20 AM ^
Could we not add to the list all the other NFL teams and not just single out Atlanta because...The Patriots and Tom Brady
February 4th, 2017 at 9:26 AM ^
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February 4th, 2017 at 9:40 AM ^
I'm partying with Gronk.
He invited me personally.
February 4th, 2017 at 10:48 AM ^
February 4th, 2017 at 6:23 PM ^
That was a solid low percentage but great joke. Have an upvote
February 4th, 2017 at 9:41 AM ^
February 4th, 2017 at 10:10 AM ^
This is a Back to the Future game for the Patriots. Think Indy in 03-06, who you going to stop: Wayne, Clark, any of the RB's, and Harrison? Who won most of those games, the Patriots.
Yes, Atlanta has looked good, but GB had no RB or DB's. Seattle was vastly overrated. Might hang for a bit, but once it gets rolling, the young D will collapse, Blount will blast through, and the Pats win 34-17. Will be interesting to see how Atlanta responds to getting into the ring with the Champ, taking that first shot in the mouth and realize this is a different game.
Brady gets #5 and then sends his dad to the PC on Monday to pick up the MVP from pig vomit Goodell.
Next year the Pats have $60 Mil in cap space, plus the biggest trading chip in the offseason, Jimmy G. Then Brady will quote one of his favorite people "the next one!"
February 4th, 2017 at 10:55 AM ^
but i guess that is as it should be. actually, good analysis but i would say that as good as the pats are, it's not like they went undefeated or were never tested. i also think atlanta has momentum on their side. i still like the pats for the win, but i'm thinking it will be a great, close game.
February 4th, 2017 at 10:12 AM ^
I'll be rooting for Brady but my head says Atlanta is the better team. They have been very impressive the last two weeks in all three phases, so I'm giving the edge in this one to the Falcons.
The line opening up at NE -3 tells me Vegas thinks highly of Atlanta. They will favor NE as the public always like NE. Another reason I like Atlanta is that more public action has come in on NE and more sharp money has come in on Atlanta.
February 4th, 2017 at 10:31 AM ^
Defense wins championships. Brady GOAT. Alan Branch is a beast. Rooting for the Pats and cannot imagine eating anything other than a Dipiazza's Pizza. No gathering, just the family.