Tag Archives: Super Bowl XLII
Eli Manning to agree to six-year extension
Multiple media outlets are reporting that Eli Manning will become one of the richest player in the NFL. Manning and the New York Giants have reportedly agreed on a six-year, $97.5 million contract extension. $35 million will be guaranteed. The 28-year old quarterback was entering the final year of his rookie contract from 2004 and [...]
Arizona stages big comeback, but Pittsburgh rallies late to win Super Bowl XLIII
Two last-minute comebacks in the last two Super Bowls. How’s that for putting the focus on the action on the field and less on the entertainment side of the game? Arizona didn’t wilt after getting down, and I didn’t think they would. But, you’ve got to give credit where credit is due, and Pittsburgh turned [...]
Giants’ Super Bowl hero fighting for roster spot
David Tyree made one of the greatest catches in Super Bowl history in helping the New York Giants end New England’s pursuit of history, but while he’s assured of a lasting place in Super Bowl lore, he’s not assured of a place on the Giants’ roster, says Matt Severance.
Top 10 Moments of the 2007 NFL Season: 1-5.
We revealed moments 6-10 of our Top 10 yesterday, and because we don’t want to make you wait too long, here’s moments 5-1.
From Oxford to Arizona: The Maturation of Eli Manning.
Let’s take a stroll down memory lane. The date? November 22, 2003. The site? Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, Oxford, Mississippi. #15 Ole Miss faced #3 LSU with the SEC Western Division title and a trip to the SEC title game in the balance.
New York 17, New England 14 – Party at Mercury Morris’ house!
The Giants win the pennant! The Giants win the pennant! Well, these gridiron Giants actually did the 1951 baseball Giants one better, as Eli Manning and his merry band of G-Men struck down the Patriots’ hopes of a 19-0 season, claiming Super Bowl XLII with a thrilling 17-14 win.
Seven Giant Steps for Super Success
The Giants, two-touchdown underdogs as they may be, are the only obstacle left in the way of a 19-0 season for New England. What do the G-Men have to do to give themselves a fighting chance to culminate their unlikely playoff run by toppling the Pats to claim the Lombardi Trophy?
Staff Super Bowl Picks & Contest Update.
Here’s how the staff (and this week’s guest contributor John Cyr, from the Evil Patriots Blog) see Sunday’s showdown playing out. Don’t forget to get your picks in for the Pick ‘Em/Prediction Contest before kickoff on Sunday. You can leave a comment in this post, or you can send your predictions (both winner and score) [...]
Staff Super Bowl Picks & Contest Update.
Here’s how the staff (and this week’s guest contributor John Cyr, from the Evil Patriots Blog) see Sunday’s showdown playing out. Don’t forget to get your picks in for the Pick ‘Em/Prediction Contest before kickoff on Sunday. You can leave a comment in this post, or you can send your predictions (both winner and score) [...]
Do’s and Don’ts for a Successful Super Sunday Bash.
Super Bowl Sunday, without a doubt, is one of the biggest days for parties and social gatherings. And, as with any party, there are always some things that can make or break your big-game bash. Brian Walzel gives some suggestions on what can help make your Super Sunday get-together really super.
