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It's a tradition unlike any other in sports -- hundreds of newspaper, radio and TV "reporters" from all over the world descend upon both Super Bowl teams to compete for who can ask the stupidest questions. Page 2's Bill Simmons was there ... and we are proud to say that he did his part. He is, after all, a professional. SIMMONS: SUPER SILLY




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You've heard plenty about his days as a grocery clerk, his career in the Arena League and his unlikely transformation into the NFL MVP. You've seen plenty of his wife and those annoying soup commercials. But do you know what really makes Kurt Warner tick? Page 2 goes inside the head of the Rams QB as he prepares for his second Super Bowl.

Win, Lose or Draw What's Hot, What's Not
The oddsmakers don't give the Pats much of a chance in Super Bowl, but New England does have the masterful mind of Bill Belichick on it side. Page 2 cartoonist Larry Johnson looks at the storylines for Super Sunday, including Belichick's secret scheme to "Silence the Rams."
Going to a Super Bowl party? Of course, you are ... after all, you're an American citizen. And one thing you don't want to do, while chowin' down on copious nachos and brewskis, is look uncool. Our recommendation? Memorize Page 2's list of What's Hot for Super Bowl XXXVI.


You've already checked out Page 2's list of the Top 10 commercials introduced during a Super Bowl, so now it's your turn. We've compiled your top 10 along with a poll to crown the No. 1 Super Bowl commercial of all-time.
10]  Budweiser: "Cedric" (2001)
Actually a public service announcement: Never, ever dance with a bottle in your hand.
9]  McDonald's: "Showdown" (1993)
The off-the-scoreboard, off-the-expressway shots are amusing, but the ad works because they're almost believable.
8]  Pepsi: "Security Camera" (1996)
Another in the series of Coke-Pepsi rivalry commercials.
7]   Monster.com: "When I Grow Up" (1999)
The kids look smart and ironic while the rest of us come off like dopes.
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SUPER BOWL FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Sunday Rams 14 Patriots 53
NBA FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Tonight Sixers 2½ T-Wolves 189½
Tonight Lakers 4 Magic 201
MEN'S HOOPS FAVORITE LINE UNDERDOG O/U
Tonight Memphis 10; Louisville 155
Tonight N.C. State 3 Wake Forest 141
All Times ET -- Bold indicates home team
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BETTER HALVES
When an NFL coach is fired, a part of the story is untold. Page 2's Chris McKendry talked with a few coaches' wives.

THE SPORTS GUY
The party in New Orleans is threatening to get out of control, and Page 2's Bill Simmons is a bit scared.

FROM A TO Z
If you're sick of the hype, check out Eric Neel's primer on what you really need to know about the Super Bowl.

HEY, RUBE
Conjuring images of big beasts, Richard Nixon and Nazis, the Good Doctor's getting psyched for a big win on the Big Game.
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All right, we admit it: We don't see this match at all. But sometimes Page 2 must bend to the will of the people, and we've received more than 120 requests for the duo of Pats QB Tom Brady, left, and actor Matt Damon. Maybe Boston heroes just start to blend together for New Englanders. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo for Page 2.

Men's hoops: Wake Forest at N.C. State
7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN2
No. 19 Demon Deacons visit Wolfpack.
 
Lakers at Magic
8 p.m. ET, TNT
Kobe and Shaq vs. T-Mac.
 
Blues at Capitals
8 p.m. ET, ESPN
After recent firings, Caps' Wilson must be sweating.
 
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