It's the most wonderful time of the year!

I've already informed the guys I'm watching the game with tonight that I'll probably cry when the Super Bowl XLI banner is raised.

"You saw just how energetic and exciting that is," Colts coach Tony Dungy said, mindful of the task that follows such big celebrations. "It gave us the feeling in New England that we wanted to do that. I think it brings a sense of pride in everything, but I believe our guys will understand that's last year."

Coach Dungy is a better man than I am. I'd totally forgotten the 2004 banner ceremony, but I'm sure I bitched about it all summer.

I do remember going for a walk along the Cedar River instead of watching the Super Bowl. Twice.