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As the season nears its end, the inevitable arrival of Sunday approaches. It could be a day consumed by the passion of soccer or hockey, where the heart finds its true joy. Alternatively, the excitement of music or painting might surpass all else. On the contrary, for some, any sport can ignite a deep-seated resentment and frustration, regardless of the ball, puck, or equipment involved.
No matter the cause, we empathize with those who don’t have a heart shaped like a football.
The excitement of Super Bowl Sunday can be overwhelming for those who are not interested or familiar with the game. They often find themselves obligated to attend parties for the big event, despite having ignored every game leading up to it. Engaging in small talk, which is usually annoying, suddenly becomes incomprehensible, subjecting the anti-fan to over three hours of unintelligible chatter.
Our purpose is to assist you.
If you’re not a fan of the game, our Super Bowl LVI Party Survival Guide is here to help. While it won’t make you an expert, it will give you enough information to navigate the football conversations at this year’s championship clash.
The Super Bowl has been concluding the National Football League season since 1966. It serves as the ultimate showdown between the top teams from the National Football Conference and American Football Conference in the championship game.
Teams used to participate in the NFL Championship Game before that particular year. Under the guidance of head coach Vince Lombardi, the Green Bay Packers emerged victorious in the first two Super Bowls against the Kansas City Chiefs (with a score of 35-10) and the Oakland Raiders (with a score of 33-14). In honor of Lombardi’s remarkable leadership, the Lombardi Trophy is now awarded to the winners of the Super Bowl.
Who is playing this Super Bowl? How can people watch?
The matchup: Cincinnati Bengals vs. Los Angeles Rams.
Date and time: February 13th at 6:30 p.m.
Location: SoFi Stadium is situated in Inglewood, California.
Television channels: NBC, Telemundo
Streaming service: Peacock
The announcer lineup consists of Al Michaels for play-by-play, Cris Collinsworth for analysis, Michele Tafoya as the sideline reporter, Kathryn Tappen also as a sideline reporter, and Terry McAuly joining as the rules analyst.
Do these teams play in the big game often?
This Sunday, the Cincinnati Bengals will be participating in their third Super Bowl, while the L.A. Rams will be making their fifth appearance. The Bengals, who became a part of the league in 1967, first competed in the Super Bowl forty years ago at the Pontiac Silverdome, which used to be the home stadium of the Detroit Lions. Unfortunately, Cincinnati was defeated by the San Francisco 49ers with a score of 26-21 in Super Bowl XVI. They had a chance to redeem themselves in a rematch during Super Bowl XXIII, but the Niners emerged victorious once again with a score of 20-16. It’s worth noting that until this season, the Bengals had not secured a playoff victory since 1991.
The Rams have achieved greater success, securing one Super Bowl victory against the Tennessee Titans, with a score of 23-16 in Super Bowl XXXIV. At the time of this triumph, the franchise was still based in St. Louis. Originally established in Cleveland, Ohio, the Rams’ franchise operated from 1937 to 1945. Following this, they relocated to Los Angeles from 1946 to 1994, before moving again to St. Louis from 1995 to 2015. Since 2016, the team has returned to Los Angeles.
The Rams’ fifth appearance in the Super Bowl, Super Bowl LIII, ended in a 13-3 loss to the New England Patriots, making it the lowest-scoring game ever in Super Bowl history.
Awesome! So who coaches these teams?
One narrative that will be discussed is the presence of young coaches. In 2017, at the age of 30, Sean McVay made history as the youngest coach ever hired in the modern NFL. Since then, he has continued to break records, becoming the youngest coach to secure a playoff victory and make an appearance in a Super Bowl.
Zac Taylor, the head coach of the Bengals, is only 38 years old. He previously served as the quarterbacks coach for the Rams during their defeat against the Patriots in Super Bowl LIII.
Tell me about the quarterbacks
Joe Burrow, the 2020 No. 1 overall draft pick for the Bengals, and Matthew Stafford, the 1999 No. 1 overall draft pick for the Rams, have both experienced being at the top of their game in their respective times. As this game concludes Stafford’s thirteenth season and Burrow’s second, it is worth noting that Burrow’s initial rookie season was tragically curtailed by a severe knee injury, which involved torn ACL and MCL.
Stafford’s first 12 seasons in the Honolulu Blue marked his season, and now the Detroit Lions hold the longest playoff-win drought after the Bengals’ recent victory. Throughout Stafford’s era, the Lions faced three postseason losses. Have you discussed this while watching games? If you want to add some excitement to the conversation, simply mention to the speaker or the group, “Yeah, but the Lions really let Stafford down.” Their response will likely involve agreement or a passionate discussion about Stafford’s statistics or Lions games that unfortunately didn’t result in victories.
It’s uncertain who is correct in this situation. However, it is a fact that Stafford achieved a 3-0 record in the playoffs during his inaugural season with the Rams.
I don’t smoke but my friend’s Uncle Gary keeps trying to sell me a square?
When it comes to “betting” on the Super Bowl, squares offer the simplest option, with victory depending solely on luck. To participate, individuals procure a grid containing empty squares, which are available for purchase. While some buyers select their desired squares, others leave the decision up to the seller.
After completing the grid, numbers ranging from 0 to 9 are assigned to each team along the two sides. These numbers represent the last digit of each team’s score at the conclusion of each quarter. Assuming you are associated with the Bengals (0) and the Rams (1), and the score at the end of the first quarter is Bengals 10, Rams 21.
Congratulations! You are the victor! Certain squares bring excitement by rewarding a reverse outcome. This implies that even if someone had 0 for the Rams and 1 for the Bengals in the previous situation, they would also emerge as winners, albeit typically receiving a smaller prize.
If you find this too effortless, feel free to immerse yourself in the realm of online gambling. In case terms like moneyline or parlay seem bewildering, we provide a convenient guide here.
Have the Lions won any Super Bowls?
Oh, it seems like you’re opting for a more aggressive approach. Just kidding. Believe it or not, Detroit has actually achieved championship victories in the league, although they occurred prior to the existence of the Super Bowl. The franchise we now recognize as the Detroit Lions initially originated in Portsmouth, Ohio, under the name Spartans, from 1930 to 1933. Following their rebranding as the Lions in 1934, the team went on to secure league championships in 1935, 1952, 1953, and 1957.
In the 1954 title game, the Lions faced defeat against the Cleveland Browns. Notably, two prominent figures from the 1950s, quarterback Bobby Layne and halfback Doak Walker, both hailed from Highland Park High School in Texas, the same alma mater as Stafford. Interestingly, when Highland Park is mentioned during the broadcast, it’s highly probable that they will highlight the renowned L.A. Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw, who also happened to be a former student there.
What do I do at halftime?
While some engage in pointless debates about the game and fantasize about becoming coaches in the league, you have the privilege of indulging in an exceptional halftime show featuring renowned artists such as Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Mary J. Blige, and Eminem. The accomplishments of these musicians are more extensive than a lengthy CVS receipt.
Any other storylines I can talk about?
The lack of diversity in the NFL, particularly in head coaching and front-office positions, is a significant problem, particularly when it comes to the underrepresentation of Black men. The physical and mental toll that men endure for the sake of sport, solely for the entertainment of fans, is concerning. It is crucial that we consume sports with mindful consideration and engage in open and honest discussions about these issues.
OK, there’s still a whole quarter left. What else can I possibly talk about?
What are your thoughts on Tom Brady’s legacy?
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