The Super Prediction Of Super Bowl XXXXIV

Madden NFL popped into headlines today, not about who will be on the next cover of Madden, but who will be the winner of Super Bowl XXXIV.

Every year, Electronic Arts runs a Super Bowl simulation within their video game, Madden NFL.

And five out of the last six years, the game's results have predicted the Super Bowl winner correctly. The simulation's only miss was the Giants' Super Bowl XLII victory over the Patriots, and even Nostradamus couldn't have seen that one coming.

This year, Madden NFL predicts a close Saints victory , with a final score of 35-31 over the Colts.

According to the game, Drew Brees will be named the MVP after passing for 299 yards and three touchdowns. Reggie Bush will account for two more touchdowns, one rushing, and one on a punt return.

On the other side of the football, Colts' QB Peyton Manning will throw for 322 yards and three touchdowns in a great-but-not-good-enough performance.

But before Saints fans start celebrating and Colts fans fall into the cold Indianapolis mist, it's important to note that the Madden simulation only takes into account the perceived skill levels of each player on the field, not intangibles such as nerves and inexperience.

According to this G4 video of the simulation , Dwight Freeney's questionable ankle will be fine as the Colts' defensive superstar can clearly be seen running and jumping down the tunnel at the head of his team before the game.

But whether he plays in the real Super Bowl or not, Madden NFL sees the Colts limping home on Sunday, and all of New Orleans jumping for joy.

This article was inspired by Joe Dodson.