While there were some great performances in this year’s Super Bowl when the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Arizona Cardinals clashed, there were also a few disappointments. Here’s a look at the 2009 Super Bowl disappointments:
QB Ben Roethlisberger, Pittsburgh Steelers
Prior to his last touchdown drive, Ben Roethlisberger was a fantasy football disappointment. Even after getting his first touchdown pass of the game on his final throw, he still didn’t produce at the level many expected out of him, especially fantasy-wise.
RB Tim Hightower, Arizona Cardinals
During the regular season, Tim Hightower led the Cardinals in rushing touchdowns. By the end of the season, …read more

QB Kurt Warner, Arizona Cardinals
Although the Cardinals lost the Super Bowl, it wasn’t Kurt Warner’s fault. He had a very good game, especially in the fantasy football world. He finished the Super Bowl with three touchdowns, one interception and 377 passing yards.
RB Willie Parker, Pittsburgh Steelers
No running back in the Super Bowl had much of an impact. Willie Parker was the best but he didn’t help out too much. In 19 rushes, Parker picked up 53 yards. The Steelers had a rushing touchdown but it came courtesy of backup RB Gary Russell.
WR Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona Cardinals
Early on, it looked …read more

Although the Pittsburgh Steelers are favored, this Super Bowl will undoubtedly be a well fought game. Here are our predictions on how it will play out and the resulting fantasy football stats for the Super Bowl.
Final Score
Pittsburgh Steelers – 24
Arizona Cardinals – 21
Quarterbacks
Kurt Warner – 301 yards, three touchdowns, two interceptions
Ben Roethlisberger – 215 yards, one touchdown, one interception
Running Backs
Willie Parker – 125 yards, two touchdowns
Edgerrin James – 45 yards
Tim Hightower – 25 yards
Wide Receivers
Larry Fitzgerald – 109 yards, two touchdowns
Anquan Boldin – 90 yards, one touchdown
Hines Ward – 77 yards, one touchdown
Santonio Holmes – 90 yards

Even before the start of the NFL offseason, there are still some rumblings about possible offseason transactions. One such transaction that is now a rumor is Anquan Boldin of the Arizona Cardinals ending up with the New York Giants.
Even though Boldin and the Cardinals are about to play in the Super Bowl, Boldin hasn’t been a happy camper as of late. After the Cardinals advanced to the Super Bowl, instead of celebrating with his teammates, Boldin slipped out the back door because he was angry about not playing enough. Throughout the season, Boldin has expressed displeasure regarding his current contract.
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Heading into this year’s Super Bowl, perhaps the most explosive fantasy football player on the field will be a familiar face. Kurt Warner, who has helped countless fantasy teams win championships over the years, has a chance to be a fantasy stud during the Super Bowl.
Although the former NFL MVP and NFL Super Bowl champion with the St. Louis Rams has been extremely hot as of late, it’s easy to forget how cold he was not too long ago. Between Week 11 and Week 16, he had more than one touchdown in a game just one time. During that stretch, …read more

RB JJ Arrington, Arizona Cardinals
In the fantasy football world, JJ Arrington is best known for being a bust of a fantasy draft pick. Coming into the league as a rookie, fantasy owners were under the impression that he would have a big rookie season. While that was off base, Arrington gets some time at running back for the Cardinals and is a threat in the open field.
RB Carey Davis, Pittsburgh Steelers
Most fullbacks aren’t startable in the fantasy football world but with Carey Davis of the Steelers, you can be confident that he’ll at least get a couple touches. In …read more

RB Edgerrin James, Arizona Cardinals
Not too long ago, there were rumors that Edgerrin James would be released. Now, not only is he still with the Cardinals, he’s an important part of the team. In a pressure packed game such as the Super Bowl, expect James to play well.
RB Mewelde Moore, Pittsburgh Steelers
When Willie Parker was injured earlier in the season, Mewelde Moore came up huge and led the Steelers to a number of victories. Although his role is now reduced, he definitely has big play potential as a runner, receiving and a returner.
WR Steve Breaston, Arizona Cardinals
With Anquan Boldin still …read more

QB Kurt Warner, Arizona Cardinals
Not only is he playing very well, Kurt Warner knows his way around a Super Bowl. He’s not going to be afraid of the stage and has a chance to have a huge game.
RB Willie Parker, Pittsburgh Steelers
Speaking of knowing about Super Bowls, Willie Parker has fond memories of his lone Super Bowl appearance. He was big in that game and could come up huge again for Pittsburgh.
WR Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona Cardinals
The most talented player in the Super Bowl has to be Larry Fitzgerald. He’s living up to his potential and is showing why he …read more

QB Eli Manning, New York Giants
Six weeks ago, there were questions whether Eli Manning was a good enough quarterback to be considered the New York Giants’ quarterback of the future. Now Manning sits as the Super Bowl MVP and the guy who single-handedly beat the unbeatable New England Patriots. His numbers don’t blow you away but his poise and big play ability were off the charts. Amazing game and amazing playoff run for Manning.
RB Ahmad Bradshaw, New York Giants
Ahmad Bradshaw came off the bench and again provided a spark for the Giants. On nine carries, Bradshaw led the Giants with …read more

QB Tom Brady, New England Patriots
After all the records and all the wins, Tom Brady and the Patriots couldn’t finish off their run. 18-1 is usually a good season, but not when the one loss comes in the Super Bowl. In Brady’s defense, he was rushed and harassed all night and couldn’t get into any sort of rhythm. He finished 29-for-48 with 266 yards and one touchdown. Good numbers but not the numbers you’d hope for coming into the game if you were a Patriots fan.
Brady last week scoffing at the idea the Pats might only score 17 …

RB Laurence …read more