All This and Dwight Freeney’s ankle-thingy…

Happy Super Bowl Sunday, guys! I took a bit of a sabbatical last week to do my real job as a teacher. Last weekend was Prom weekend at my school. To say prom is a big deal is an understatement at our school…It is like Super Bowl weekend for Juniors and Seniors. Too bad, no one told me in college that being a prom sponsor would call for such talents as coaching, counseling, cattle wrangling, chasing, construction, catering, party planning, and the ability to make questionable decisions at hours long past a decent bed time. Sorry, I digressed…

We are down now to the final two… The AFC Champion Indianapolis Colts versus The NFC Champion New Orleans Saints. It has been over 15 years since the NFL has had two number ones in the Super Bowl, but clearly that is not the most important thing happening in Miami this week. Let’s take a look back. . .Dwight Freeney rolled his ankle during the AFC Championship game, and this third degree sprain may prevent him from playing in the Super Bowl…Chad Ocho Cinco, in his quest to be the most talked about football player that ever lived, launched the OCNN, which debuted at media day. Peyton accidentally called Darren Sharper (Hey dimples!) “Jamie” during an interview, to which, Darren countered by calling Peyton, “Eli.” Zinger…In breaking News, Dwight Freeney’s ankle has been up graded to a 3^rd degree sprain, and he might not play…Shawne Merriman and Tony Gonzalez were in Miami for interviews, parties, and what not...The Pro Bowl was the highest rated all star game in years, even though the Super Bowl teams players were not allowed to play, and it was up against the Grammys, which is like the Pro Bowl for singers with the more talented singers opting out of the event…A Kansas City Chief finally won an award, Brian Waters will be named the Walter Payton man of the Year award winner…This just in, Dwight Freeney’s ankle is still a 3^rd degree sprain, and he might not play…Michael Irvin was sued by a woman who claimed he assaulted her last year; he countersued…Warren Sapp was arrested for domestic abuse…

Now, for a PSA…Girls, if you ever find yourself in the Super Bowl city, have your own damn room. I’m not justifying what Warren Sapp did, but honey, why the hell didn’t you go to your own room, if you were tired? I have not, nor will I ever, ask for the room key of a man who is not A) my boyfriend, B) my fiancé, or C) my husband. Period, end of discussion. It never ends well, and if dude asks you to leave, then just leave. Why are you arguing? You didn’t pay for the room. Now, to you Warren, why offer her the room? We know you didn’t do it out of the “kindness of your heart,” and we know that you probably got a better offer. If you wanted her to leave, call security…You don’t go to jail, and she leaves. Done and done. When will they ever learn…SMH…Oh, we interrupt this PSA to tell you about Dwight Freeney’s, sigh, I think you got the picture.

Well, we have been hearing the stories all week, New Orleans favorite son, Peyton Manning playing against his father’s former team the Saints. Drew Brees, adopted son, has become one of the faces of New Orleans. Then, there is Darren Sharper…I just wanted to say his name *blush.* We have already covered the title topic, and at last check, Freeny was going to play, even though he hasn’t practiced all week. *shrug* Let’s take a look at the two teams…

The Indianapolis Colts: Peyton Manning-He is ranked 2^nd in passing yards (4500), tied for second in passing touchdowns (33), and he was only sacked 10 times this year…Plus, he’s Peyton Manning, you know 6’ 5” 230 pounds, laser rocket arm…Team wise: The Colts were ranked 4^th in total offense, 3^rd in passing, 9^th in rushing. On Defense: The Colts were ranked 5^th in total defense, 7^th in passing, and 4^th in rushing. Not bad.

The New Orleans Saints: Drew Brees-He is ranked 6^th in passing yards (4388), first in passing touchdowns (34), and Drew Brees has been sacked 9 times for loss of 61 yards in 2009. Now let's look at the team. On offense: The Saints were ranked 7th in total offense, 7th in passing, 7th in rushing (Well, they are consistent, but I'm not liking all of those 7s...). On defense: The Saints were ranked 9th in total defense, 10th in passing, 7th in rushing.Numbers don’t mean anything to me (I’m an English major, remember)…Colts were 14-2 and the Saints were 13-3. Blah-Blah-Blah…So, here’s my pick…*Fresh Prince voice* Drums Please…Laissez le bontemps roulez, New Orleans! I’m picking the Saints.

That’s it, Y’all!! Even if the Saints don’t win, it’s Mardi Gras season…They are gonna party in the French Quarter regardless. Until next week… “Experience is the name everyone gives to their mistakes.” Oscar Wilde