MVP Candidates for Super Bowl XLI

Author:
SI Staff
Publish date:
May 8, 2007

MVP Candidates for Super Bowl XLI

Nathan Vasher

Vasher was all over the field in the Bears' win over the Saints and could have a big game against the Colts. Peyton Manning has thrown six picks in three playoff games. If Vasher gets a couple of interceptions, he'll have a good shot at MVP honors.

Marvin Harrison

Harrison has not had a great postseason career, but he's still a key component of Indy's offense. If the Bears focus on WR Reggie Wayne and TE Dallas Clark, Harrison could do a lot of damage.

Rex Grossman

Grossman has drawn a lot of criticism, but he is capable of big plays. A few long touchdowns and he'll be the hero of the game.

Bob Sanders

Many credit Sanders for helping turn around the Colts' run defense. Since he came back from knee surgery, Indy is a much tougher team. The 5-foot-8 sparkplug could have a big game Sunday.

Devin Hester

Desmond Howard is the only returner to win a Super Bowl MVP. Hester, who set the NFL record with six return TDs this season, faces a weak Indy special teams unit.

Adam Vinatieri

No one is cooler on the Super Bowl stage than Vinatieri and he's been perfect throughout the playoffs. If the game is close at the end, keep an eye on No. 4.

Thomas Jones

Jones had 123 yards and two touchdowns in the Bears' win over the Saints. Indy's rushing defense has toughened up of late but Chicago will look to get Jones room to run.

Joseph Addai

Addai is an explosive weapon, both as a rusher and receiver. The Bears have shown vulnerability against the run and Addai, the NFL's leading rookie rusher, could make them pay.

Brian Urlacher

Urlacher is the face of the Bears' defense and if that unit carries Chicago to a championship, the star linebacker is a strong candidate to win the game MVP.

Peyton Manning

After struggling in his first two games this postseason, Manning got it together in the AFC Championship. His ability to handle blitzes gives him a good shot to have a great game against the Bears.