Preview: Arizona Cardinals at Pittsburgh Steelers

There has been a lot of talk in the last month about the "rematch" of Super Bowl XLIII. The reality is, the only thing that this game has to do with Super Bowl XLIII is the teams playing.

The excitement comes from the beginning of the new season. Even though a month from now, we are all going to be saying how boring these preseason games are, they are better than nothing.

There is not a lot to learn about either the Steelers or Cardinals that we are going to learn tonight. These are two teams that have had very little change this offseason.

Bryant McFadden has changed uniforms, and will be playing from the visitor's sidelines.

Ken Whisenhunt and Russ Grimm make their first trip to Pittsburgh since leaving for Arizona.

But the big questions will be, how long will the starters be in the game?

How will McFadden play opposite of Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie?

Will McFadden be matched up against Limas Sweed?

How will William Gay do against Fitzgerald and Boldin?

Is Lawrence Timmons ready to replace Larry Foote?

Will Rashard Mendenhall or Willie Parker play better?

What about the Steelers offensive line?

With Edge gone, Arizona does not have a running back on the roster with more than two years experience, who will replace him?

Not all these questions will be answered, but there is one statement I can make: The Steelers and Cardinals offseason is officially over.

It is time to lace up the cleats, and buckle the chin straps. Are you ready for some football? I AM!