'Dem Apples: NFC Regains Super Supremacy

Back in 1998, the Denver Broncos ended the NFC's long reign as Super Bowl Champions.

Since "The Drive, Part Two," only one NFC team had won the Super Bowl. 

Last night, "The Drive" once again returned—this time, to shatter the dream of Bostonians everywhere.

Another young SEC quarterback became a thorn in Michigan's side last night, as Ole Miss's Eli Manning led the New York Giants to arguably the biggest upset in Super Bowl history.

On a play we've dubbed "The Drive, Part Three," Manning led the Giants down the field and into the end zone, for a 17-14 victory over the undefeated, heavily favored, enshrined before and booed last night New England Patriots, and their unbreakable quarterback Tom Brady.

It made me frown not to see New England win last night, just because the Dolphins of 1972 will be drinking champagne for another year. However, it made me smile after a barrage of booze to see the NFC get back to supremacy once more. 

I have to admit that I loved the look on Tom Brady's face when what he thought was going to happen didn't. In fact, there are a few people I would have loved to see after last night's events.

Tiki Barber

The man who lit the fire before the season even started has to be kicking himself in the ass.

Yeah, Tiki, you may have had a hall of fame career and a trip to the Super Bowl, but you got spanked by Baltimore in your one encounter with the Big Game.

You told the world that New York would be worthless without you.

You spent the entire season bashing the Giants when they won—and when they lost.

So Tiki, how does it feel to know that you were wrong? How does it feel to be the butt of everyone's jokes? How does it feel to know that the city of New York has another trophy to add to their collection, and you're not included in the celebration?

Tiki Barber, the Giants are Super Bowl Champions—and the only thing you did was give them the motivation to win when it mattered. They won without you, and shocked the world.

Tiki Barber, how do you like 'dem apples?

Ron Johnson

Yes, I am including myself in this one.

All through the postseason, I picked against the Giants. But every time I picked against them, it was almost like they were reading my columns. Everyone here was bashing me for knocking the Giants, but at the same time didn't say much after the Cowboys game.

Even after stopping a member of the future QB Club, Tony Romo, I still envisioned a showdown between Brady and Favre. I was wrong. Somehow, even after all the mistakes that Lawrence Tynes made, Brett Favre made more mistakes. The Giants left the Green Bay crowd stunned and became the fan favorite all over the country.

Last night, I found myself staying on the sidelines, only drinking beer and enjoying some good grub while everyone went crazy around me. Though I went on a rant for about an hour after it was over, I was glad that the NFC proved that it was back. So for the second time this football season, I ask myself the question:

The Giants won the Super Bowl, Mr. Johnson. So how do you like 'dem apples?

Roger Goodell Castro

Now normally I would applaud the boss of the league for delivering the best Super Bowl in memory, but this guy did something during Super Bowl week to show that he is an idiot.

Castro wasn't happy with the Super Bowl because he wanted ratings. He wanted to get rid of Brett Favre on the grandest stage. He wanted to show that he had power. But at this moment, Tom Coughlin's balls are bigger than his.

To make matters even worse for Castro, the legend known as Derrick Thomas was denied once again access to the Hall of Fame. This man is the reason why quarterbacks fear the linebackers, and he still isn't in the HOF? WTF?

Mr. Castro, the Patriots didn't win the Super Bowl. Brett Favre may retire or he may not. One thing is for sure. Your master plan to make the Patriots the most loved team this season failed. They were booed all night, something they haven't heard in a long time. Spy Gate was worthless. Moss's personal life was moot. And the G-Men are Giants of the NFL this season.

Mr. Castro, how do you like 'dem apples?

So with the NFL season unofficially over, Eli Manning has solidified his name among the greats. He has proven that he is for real. He led his team to their biggest victory of their careers. So if Michael Strahan retires, he has the ring to go with it. Eli has made it to the top of the mountain, and the Giants have shattered another team's dream of the perfect season with the perfect drive.

The 1998 Broncos were laughing their asses off last night I'm sure.

Congratulations to the Giants. You have made an ass out of me and made me proud at the same time. Maybe next season, I'll pick you a lot more. But then again, where's the fun in that.

Perfect finish to a perfect season. Now how do we like 'dem apples?