Originally Posted by
jimnyc
Scary thing is, they have a history of big wins when pissed. When they rightfully got busted for cheating the last time, they went on to go 18-0 before losing the big one. Belichick likes to run up the score. But this is Seattle this time with a superb defense. If Seattle wins 24-20 or 31-21, I wouldn't be surprised. If NE wins this 48-24 or 55-10, I also wouldn't be surprised (no offense, Darin!). I wouldn't bet on this game.
But they have NO history of big Superbowl wins. And I really don't account for years-ago...
Look since week 12, the Patriots allowed opposing QBs to average a rating of 77. In the same timeframe the Seahawks Defense allowed opposing QB's to average only 62.1.
Defense wins. Every day and twice(in a row) on SuperBowl Sundays.
As an example: QB with rating of 62: 24 for 41, 232yards, 1TD 2 INT
“… the greatest detractor from high performance is fear: fear that you are not prepared, fear that you are in over your head, fear that you are not worthy, and ultimately, fear of failure. If you can eliminate that fear—not through arrogance or just wishing difficulties away, but through hard work and preparation—you will put yourself in an incredibly powerful position to take on the challenges you face" - Pete Carroll.