In My Super Bowl Era: My Top Five Most Memorable Super Bowl Moments

Marcelo Unda • February 7, 2024

We've finally reached the end of the football season. We are just days away from the Super Bowl Big Game.  I find it funny that content creators with shows are not allowed to say SB because the NFL has trademark the name and can easily draw up a lawsuit, like it's 22 Power, run up the gut and on top of your desk. The playoffs were very exciting on both sides. We saw drama. We had heartbreak. We witness greatness. It's a sad to see the season end, but I am feeling excited to see this year's matchup between the San Fransisco 49ers vs Kansas City Chiefs.


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Super Bowl Moments

I was happy to see this come across my timeline this morning. Every year I tried to go back and watch the Saints Super Bowl go on to win the game vs the Colts in between the 2 week break period prior to the Super Bowl Big Game. Some great memories when this happen. I think every fan remembers where they were, and that feeling of jubilation when it was finished. 

I was a Junior at Southern Mississippi, and two of my friends from home were with me to watch the game at a Super Bowl party my fraternity was hosting. I had just turned 21 few months before. My two buddies were only 20, and excited to see what the Saints will do in this game. After the confetti fell & Drew Brees was announced the MVP. EVERYONE in Hattiesburg celebrated. in 2009, the place to be was at Mugshots ( of course before the original Mugshots burned down. obviously for insurance money so they could build a bigger and more family friendly location off of Hardy Rd to soon begin their franchise expansion).

I remember getting my hometown buddies in with me along with everyone who was at USM pack out the place while the DJ blared Stand Up and Get Crunk the entire night. Once you are in we couldn't just be standing there like schmucks with no celebratory beers, but at this time I was broke and still planning on deciding on what I want to do when I grow up (still thinking about to this day). I will never forget my two friends telling me to use my parents credit card to start a bar tab for the three of us. In my head, No Way. I couldn't do that to my parents. They always trusted me to never use this credit card carelessly, and I was always responsible with it. My best friend, my best man in my wedding, put his hand on my shoulder and looked me straight in my eyes and told me. Just tell them the Saints won the Super Bowl. (i am not crossing this one out Goodell! This was a quote and you shouldn't be allowed to come after me for this one. Im also not a lawyer so I just assume I am right). 

That line right there was enough for me to swipe the Bucket o' Beers and $2 shots for a bar tab who at the time thought was extremely high, but likely was completely nothing. Listen me and my friends did stupid and dumb stuff all the time. Those stories I will not share on this here today. lol, but we all have those times in our life we did what our friends told us to do.  . I still remember telling my dad when he asked why: Because the Saints won! Him smile and laugh and we still share that to this day.



My Top 5 Super Bowl Moments in my Football Era

In fun with all the festivities going on this week leading up to the Big Game. I wanted to go back and think of my favorite Super Bowl Moments since I started watching football.

I decided I will not include the pick-6 by the Saints as i've already discuss and don't want to by bias (it's probably number 1 to be honest. The first Super Bowl match I remember was between the Cowboys and Steelers that happen on January 28, 1996. This will be the timeline I will be using for my list. So let's begin:

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5. Devin Hester's Opening Kickoff Hester had been doing this all year, and the Colts were stupid enough to kick it to him. Shoutout to Devin Hester. He's currenlty a finalist for the Pro Footbal Hall of Fame, and should get in this year. 4. Malcolm Butler's interception at the goalline. An instant classic. Jaw dropping, what the hell just happen moment that everyone shared at the same time. A giant, What If...?, in Russell Wilson's career. 3. Ben Rothleisberger's Final Drive. Go back and watch this Super Bowl again. Filled with incredible highlights. This was a back and forth heavyweight title fight. The Cardinals had the lead but just gave too much time for the Steelers to get down the field. Santonio Holmes toe tap in the endzone, in my opinion, does not get enough love as a moment in football history. 2. David Tyree Helmet Catch The Giants playing spoiler to the 17-0 Patriots. Showing no quit and Eli Manning having the poise to deliver this ball to David Tyree who was not a household name, but will remain legendary for this moment in Giant and NFL history. 1. Brady Comeback 28-3 The GOAT conversation was cemented. The world was in Aww. We witness greatness. An unbelievable achievement. Tom Brady secures his 5th Super Bowl. Honorable Mentions: this could have honestly been 5, but I didn't want to be bias. 9 year old me from MS watching Brett Favre from MS in New Orleans throw a Super Bowl pass and him taking off his helmet running around goes down as one of my favorites. John Elway upsets the Packers to win his first Super Bowl. Risking it all! it's what this game is all about. Philly Special. Such a great play design. Cooler Name. Get to do that with your backup QB and win vs Tom Brady.

There you have my favorite Super Bowl Moments. Feel free to share your favorite moments during your NFL fandom.


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Why Peyton "Pop" Houston Could Play a Major Role in LSU's Pursuit of Easton RoyalWhy Peyton "Pop" Houston Could Play a Major Role in LSU's Pursuit of Easton Royal

By Auston Taylor • July 8, 2026
๏ปฟ LSU has made it clear that five-star wide receiver Easton Royal remains one of its top priorities in the 2027 recruiting class. Although Royal is currently committed to Texas, LSU has continued to recruit him aggressively. Based on recent recruiting events and public reporting, one factor that could strengthen the Tigers' position is the presence of quarterback commit Peyton "Pop" Houston. While no outcome is guaranteed in recruiting, Houston's relationship with Royal has become one of the more intriguing storylines surrounding LSU's 2027 class. According to recruiting coverage from The Opening and reports from And The Valley Shook, Houston and Royal showcased noticeable chemistry while competing together on the national stage. Houston also drew attention by winning the event's longest throw competition with a reported 67-yard throw, further reinforcing why many evaluators consider him one of the premier quarterback prospects in the 2027 class. In my view, Houston has the potential to become much more than another highly rated offensive commitment. Elite quarterbacks often become magnets for other top recruits, and early signs suggest Houston could have that kind of influence on LSU's 2027 recruiting class. Why Houston Matters in Royal's Recruitment Quarterback and wide receiver relationships have become one of the most influential factors in modern recruiting. Elite receivers aren't simply choosing a school—they're choosing an offense, a coaching staff, and perhaps most importantly, the quarterback who will help maximize their abilities. If Royal ultimately views Houston as LSU's quarterback of the future, it gives the Tigers another compelling selling point. Rather than asking Royal to imagine what the offense could become, LSU can point to chemistry that has already been displayed during national recruiting events. That doesn't guarantee a commitment flip, but it does provide LSU with something tangible that few recruiting pitches can offer: an established connection between two elite prospects. LSU's History Shows Why This Matters LSU's greatest offensive seasons have consistently featured elite quarterbacks throwing to elite receivers. During the Tigers' historic 2019 National Championship season, Joe Burrow captured the Heisman Trophy while throwing to arguably the greatest receiving corps in college football history—Ja'Marr Chase, Justin Jefferson, and Terrace Marshall Jr. That offense rewrote NCAA record books and remains the standard for modern college football offenses. A few years later, history repeated itself. Jayden Daniels won the 2023 Heisman Trophy while benefiting from one of the nation's most explosive receiving duos in Malik Nabers and Brian Thomas Jr. Daniels' remarkable development was certainly his own, but LSU's elite receiving talent allowed the offense to reach another level. The lesson is clear: great quarterbacks elevate receivers, but elite receivers also help quarterbacks reach championship-level production. That history gives LSU a compelling message for recruits considering Baton Rouge. Peyton "Pop" Houston's Development Houston's rise as one of Louisiana's premier quarterback prospects is backed by more than recruiting rankings. Evaluators consistently praise his arm strength, touch, ability to extend plays outside the pocket, and willingness to attack defenses vertically. His continued development at Evangel Christian Academy has made him one of the foundation pieces of LSU's 2027 recruiting class. The Bigger Picture If LSU eventually pairs Peyton Houston with Easton Royal, it would represent much more than another recruiting victory. It would signal that LSU landed a quarterback capable of attracting elite talent around him while adding a receiver willing to build alongside that vision. Programs that consistently compete for championships often see recruiting momentum build this way. Elite quarterbacks attract receivers. Elite receivers attract additional offensive talent. Once that cycle begins, recruiting classes can quickly become special. None of this guarantees that Easton Royal will flip his commitment. Texas remains in a strong position, and recruiting decisions can change for countless reasons. However, Houston's emergence gives LSU something every elite program hopes to have: a quarterback capable of becoming the centerpiece of an entire recruiting class. LSU has already witnessed what happens when championship-caliber quarterbacks are paired with elite receivers. Joe Burrow won the Heisman Trophy. Jayden Daniels won the Heisman Trophy. If Peyton "Pop" Houston eventually helps bring Easton Royal to Baton Rouge, it could become one of the defining recruiting stories of LSU's 2027 class—and perhaps the first step toward building another explosive Tiger offense.

Tight End Room Outlook: Revamped and Ready To Roll

By Kaden Arkeder • July 4, 2026
The tight end room has some fresh blood and they look poised to be more impactful heading into next season. With the new arrivals of Noah Fant and third round draft pick Oscar Delp the offense will have the ability to play more in multiple tight end sets to create mismatches for the defense. Multiple tight end sets should allow the Saints to improve the run game and conversely the play action game. Playing in tight end heavy sets was something they were unable to do more of last year due to injuries and lack of talent at the tight end position. Mainstay and the only returning starting caliber player is Juwan Johnson. Johnson had a good year last year as one of the few reliable targets in the passing game aside from Chris Olave. Johnson is looking to build on a solid year where he had 77 receptions for 889 receiving yards with 3 touchdowns. He was a security blanket when Rattler was starting and had quite a few big plays when Shough took over as the starting quarterback. With Shough coming into the season as the presumed starter I expect their connection to be even better next season. Someone hoping to have a better connection with a new QB is Noah Fant. Fant was a first round pick back in 2019 with the Broncos but has never quite lived up to his draft status. Fant will be playing on his third team in three years as he seeks to be a quality rotational piece in the offense and find stability for his career here in New Orleans. Fant should be utilized more in the passing game than in the running game but should be able to hold his own when called upon to do his part on run downs. Fant has been on a statistical decline since his time with Denver as his best receiving season came in at 68/670/4 back in 2021. Although his stats have been declining Fant still has plenty to offer with his athleticism and should produce more given a better opportunity. After Fant in the depth chart should be Oscar Delp who could be the x-factor of the tight end room after being selected in the third round of the draft this year. Delp brings a versatile option to the offense as he can lineup in various spots and handle the rigors of blocking in the run game. Delp’s calling card in college was his elite athleticism which jumps off the screen when you watch his tape. He has the ability to turn a five yard catch into an explosive play with how quickly he can get to top speed. Delp is an adequate, willing blocker where like most new tight ends in the league has room to improve in the blocking area of his game. With his versatility and athleticism I believe Delp will play a pivotal role in the offense this upcoming season. With Delp presumed to round out the depth chart at tight end the remaining tight ends will be competing for spots on the practice squad or spots on another team. This group includes Cody Hardy, Treyton Welch, Moliki Matavao, and Zaire Mitchell-Paden. We’ve seen Welch and Matavao from last season fill in admirably after some injuries but are best served as bench options at this point in time in their development. This group of roster hopefuls should hopefully provide some good competition from one another as we progress through training camp and preseason here shortly. Overall this group has a lot more promise heading into this season as it did last year. By getting younger and more athletic the tight ends will play a more prominent role in Kellen Moore’s offense. Whether it’s Juwan building on last season or Fant having a bounce back year or Delp proving to be revelation, the team is going to have plenty of options to choose from to attack the defense. Exactly what this team needed after not having enough last season.
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