Reported By: Atdao Natividad 

This year’s Super Bowl LVI had the Los Angeles Rams competing against the Cincinnati Bengals for a shot at the Lombard trophy. Hard work and training were displayed by both teams in preparation for the game. Both teams had a somewhat successful last week of the regular season.  

The Rams were sitting at the top of their division with a record of 7-2, while on the other hand, the Bengals had a record of 10-7 to finish the regular season. When discussing a strategic offense, the Rams come to mind with their powerhouse of offensive players.  

Matthew Stafford was a vital key for winning the Super Bowl as he read the defense play by play and was able to execute offensive plays. Aaron Donald on the defense was breaking through the line giving the Bengals a hard time  gaining yardage. Although the Rams’ head coach, Sean McVay, was mainly calling run plays, Stafford was still able to make big plays by getting the ball in the air. 

Many experts asked if Joe Burrows could handle the pressures of the Super Bowl. Maxon William, a communications major, stated, “ Stafford probably has more pressure on him as he has been in the game longer, but I believe Joe Burrows works better under pressure.” The Rams’ offensive line has Brian Allen, Andrew Whitworth, and Tremayne Anchrum Jr., who give Stafford enough time to get the ball out. Odell Beckham Jr. and Cooper Kupp worked well together, but sadly Beckham tore his ACL late in the second quarter, which had him benched for the rest of the game. 

Roland San Nicholas, a UOG librarian, stated, “Cooper Kupp is the best wide receiver in the NFL, hands down. He won the triple crown of WRs with the most catches, yards, and TDs. He will be almost impossible to cover if Matt Stafford is on.” San Nicholas predicted that the score would be Rams, 30-27, but the final score ended with 23-20, Rams.