As all of you know, the Super Bowl will be played today between the New England Patriots and the New York Giants. Whether you’re rooting for the Patriots or Giants, looking forward to Madonna at halftime, or just tuning in to watch the commercials, the Super Bowl is bound to have something for you. And since, at least for now, you’re here instead of NBC or ESPN, some of the Spectator senior sports staff have assembled their pick for the game and a bold prediction (à la the NFL Network) to help you get ready for tonight.

Be sure to leave your picks and predictions in the comments!

Jeremiah Sharf, Sports Editor:

Giants 31-24

“Victor Cruz will have over 100 yards receiving and two touchdowns.”

Jim Pagels, Former Sports Editor:

Patriots 24-20

“Peyton will leave a pipe bomb waiting in his locker for Tom Either Rob Gronkowski or Aaron Hernandez will be named MVP.”

Mrinal Mohanka, Former Sports Editor:

Giants 31-24

“Eli will throw as many touchdowns as times Ms. Bundchen (Tom Brady’s wife) appears on television during the game.”

Trevor Cohen, Sports Print Deputy:

Giants 2-0

“Giants safety wins it in double overtime. 0 passer ratings all around. Jets 2013.”

Myles Simmons, Sports Spectrum Deputy:

Giants 24-21

“Late Patriots turnover will force OT and allow Lawrence Tynes to kick a game winning field goal.”

Victoria Jones, Columnist and Football beat writer:

Patriots 31-24

“I make it in time to see kickoff.”

Ronnie Shaban, Columnist:

Patriots 27-19

“There will be at least one field goal blocked in the game.”

Michael Shapiro, Columnist:

Patriots 24-20

“Brady will throw for 300+ yards and be named MVP.”

Ryan Young, Columnist:

Giants 31-27

“Victor Cruz will have two touchdown receptions and be named MVP.”