Giants vs. Patriots Predictions: Guaranteed Stat Leaders for Super Bowl XLVI

Super Bowl XLVI between the New England Patriots and New York Giants features plenty of great talent, and they will all put up great numbers in the big game. 

Some, of course, will fare better than others, as it is with every NFL game. Given the history between the teams, Sunday is expected to be a phenomenal game. 

Look for great plays and and even better finish on Super Bowl Sunday, and don't be surprised if a lesser-known player steals the show. 

That being said, these players will be the stat leaders when all is said and done. 

Passing – Tom Brady 

The Patriots star QB outshined Eli Manning in their Week 9 matchup, and he'll do it again this Sunday. Sure, Manning got the victory that week, but things will be much different this time around. 

Everybody knows that the Patriots secondary has been atrocious all season long, but during these playoffs they've fared far better. 

New England was dead last in the defense for most of the year, so many believe it will be Manning that dominates on Sunday. While he will have a great game, he won't be as good as Brady. 

Having lost to the Giants this season and the last time he played in the Super Bowl, Brady is out for revenge against New York. It's personal, and because of that, Brady will elevate his game to new heights and put on heck of a performance. 

Prediction: 322 passing yards, 3 TDs, 1 INT

Rushing – Brandon Jacobs 

Ahmad Bradshaw is probable, but he should able to contribute. Still though, I think Jacobs is the guy that steps up the most to prove his worth to the team. 

New York desperately needs its run game to be on point against New England. If it is, it will open up the passing game for Manning, which will be huge. 

Jacobs had to carry the load against the Patriots earlier this year, and even though he'll have Bradshaw's help this time around, he'll make the most of each of his carries to lead everyone in rushing. 

He's been criticized in the past, as Bradshaw has looked better at times. However, in the Super Bowl, Jacobs will return to form. 

Prediction: 13 carries, 69 yards, 1 TD 

Receiving – Wes Welker 

With the health status of Rob Gronkowski uncertain, look for Welker to put the receivers group on his back and dominate. 

Despite being listed as questionable, Welker will forget about any pain and press forward to have a standout performance in Super Bowl XLVI. 

His team needs him big-time and Welker will come through when it matters most. He may be smaller than other receivers, but he gets plenty of looks and he will not let his team down. 

Welker led in receiving in the Week 9 contest against New York, and he'll do it again on Sunday. 

Prediction: 10 receptions, 121 yards, 2 TDs