Footnote to the prior comment: That day the Saints were a better team, but in my humble opinion, if they played 10 times, the Saints would win 6 of those games! Two very close matched teams talent wise! Both teams have great QB“s, both teams have a great defense, but the Saints have an edge on the offensive line. Also, talent wise the wide receivers and running backs are equal in talent. Just think the Saints have the best offensive line. The Saint’s defensive line put more pressue on Peyton than I’ve seen all year.
And, one other thing, if Dwight Feeney had been healthy, the edge on defense would go to the Colts. With a healthy Feeney, if they played 10 games, it would be a draw. Of all the teams I’ve seen play in the Super Bowl, and I’ve seen every Super Bowl, these were the two most evenly matched teams ever.