The big game is just three days away, and I am going to make quite a few predictions when it comes to the game. In fact, I will predict how each quarter goes, who will be the MVP, even what happens at the halftime show. Some of these predictions might be a bit out there, but others will be spot on.
Pregame
Alicia Keys has stated she will not sing the traditional version and instead perform it as it were "a brand new song". This will cause many fans in the Superdome to boo her, mainly those 30 and older. She won't forget the lyrics, but she will be criticized for her runs and her notes she holds way too long.
Coin Toss
The Ravens are the away team and will call Tails, as ravens have tails. It will be tails. Why? Because I voted for Tails at Papajohns.com. If I'm right, I win a free pizza. Who doesn't want free pizza? Oh, and the Ravens will receive the ball to start the game.
First Quarter
The game will get off to a slow start, scoring wise. San Francisco has shown in these playoffs to be a team that takes a while to get warmed up. Neither team will score on its first possession, but Baltimore will get a field goal to make it 3-0.
After 1 Quarter: 3-0 Ravens
Second Quarter
The most exciting play of the first half will happen with an Ed Reed pick six off of Colin Kaepernick, about midway through the 2nd quarter. However, just before the half, the 49ers drive for a last-second field goal that David Akers does not shank, surprisingly.
After 2 Quarters: 10-3 Ravens
Halftime
Beyonce will perform, obviously. Midway through her performance, her husband, rapper Jay-Z, will come on stage and perform. They will kiss on stage, which will cause a bit of backlash after the game from some pretentious mothers who say the kiss scarred their child.
Third Quarter
The 49ers receive the ball and drive down the field, but again have to settle for a field goal. The Ravens score another touchdown after Flacco hooks up with Torrey Smith for a 30-something yard touchdown.
After 3 Quarters: 17-6, Ravens
Fourth Quarter
With the ball and driving, Colin Kaepernick takes off on a run but gets decked by a Raven (possibly Ray Lewis... my vision is a little cloudy). He is helped off the field and has to leave the game. Alex Smith comes into the game, and hooks up with Vernon Davis for a touchdown. After a back-and-forth possession swing, the 49ers get the ball with 3 minutes left and Alex Smith leads them to a game-winning touchdown (although Gore will score it), proving to be the hero. The Ravens do get the ball back with less than a minute left, down by 3, but Justin Tucker's 64 yard field goal attempt to tie falls short.
Final Score: 20-17, 49ers
Super Bowl MVP: Frank Gore, 49ers
Even if Alex Smith takes over, I don't think playing for less than a quarter qualifies for MVP. Frank Gore will have a decent game and take home MVP honors. I'll say 105 yards, 1 touchdown.
Postgame
There are 30+ cameras rolling on the Harbaughs as they shake hands and embrace at midfield. Jim, the 49ers coach, will finally take off his stupid sharpie necklace and toss it aside, poking Ray Lewis in the eye as he is giving a tearful interview.
So there you have it. 20-17 49ers is my prediction. Ray Lewis does not get to retire on a high note, and the 49ers remain perfect in the Super Bowls, getting their 6th ring in their famed history.
