Ep. 71: Super Bowl Stats of Note, Possible Heroes, and Keys to Victory With Mike Lombardi

The Ringer's Robert Mays and Danny Kelly preview the Super Bowl and discuss the use of running backs in the passing game (3:15), the importance of play-action in the Falcons offense (12:20), Dan Quinn's history against the Pats (18:20), and a surprising possible MVP (26:30). Then, Mike Lombardi joins the show to discuss Belichick's likely initial game plan (28:45), stopping Julio Jones (34:00), and how the teams' roster usage and formational flexibility will be a key to victory (47:20). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices