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NFL Broadcaster Pat Summerall Dies At 82

Brian Russel — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 21:30:40 +0000

Pat Summerall passed away today (April 16) at the age of 82. The legendary broadcaster worked a record 16 Super Bowls in a network career that began in 1962 and ended in 2002. In the 21 seasons Summerall worked alongside John Madden, they grew into America’s most popular sports broadcast team. Their work for CBS [...]

Buffalo Loves Football — 10 'Super' Instagrams [PICTURES]

Rebecca Bratek — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 17:47:15 +0000

Another week, another bunch of people who think their iPhones make them professional photographers. This week, we’re rounding up your all-around best shots. Sunday was Beyonce Bo…I mean, the Super Bowl. The Ravens played the 49ers, Harbaugh against Harbaugh, and the game wasn’t the only exciting part. Beyonce wowed the crowd at halftime and even surprised the [...]

Beyonce's Half Time Performance — What Did You Think?

Heather Davis — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 14:45:51 +0000

There were lots of rumors as to who Beyonce would or wouldn’t have with her for her Super Bowl performance. I want to know what you think of the performance? Also, there were a lot of comments on Facebook last night about the outfit that Beyonce wore. Do you think it was ok?

Chicken Wing Shortage?!

Brian Russel — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 20:56:13 +0000

Say it isn’t so. With one of the biggest chicken wing eating weekends coming up, could there be a shortage of wings? You wouldn’t think it’s possible, but we American’s eat 1.23 billion chicken wings the weekend of the big game! The National Chicken Council (yes there is such a thing) released a [...]

Alicia Keys To Sing Anthem

Brian Russel — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 21:52:02 +0000

Alicia Keys will perform the National Anthem at Super Bowl XLVIII. The Super Bowl teams will be determined this Sunday, when the San Francisco 49ers play the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC championship game, and the Baltimore Ravens face the New England Patriots in the AFC championship game. Beyonce will be the star of the halftime show. She sang the national anthem [...]

Beyonce Set to Perform at Super Bowl XLVII

Amy Sciarretto — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 17:11:58 +0000

Beyonce is proving that girls really do run the world, even in a male-dominated event like football. Rumor is the singer, designer, superstar and mother of Blue Ivy will perform at the Super Bowl halftime show in February 2013, taking the baton from Madonna, who performed last year and received rave reviews for her efforts.

New York Giant Greg Jones Proposed to His Girlfriend at the Super Bowl

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:00:52 +0000

Greg Jones will have no problem remembering the day he proposed to his girlfriend. Neither will New York Giants’ fans. That’s because the rookie linebacker dropped to one knee and asked Mandy Piechowski to be his wife during the on-field celebration of his team’s 21 to 17 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl [...]

The Adorable M&M Commercial.. Super Bowl Fun [Video]

Alexis — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:58:39 +0000

I am such a big fan of the m&m’s. It is not possible for me to visit Las Vegas without going to the m&m store. I am like a 5’9 kid in 5 inch heels in a candy store. I have been asked to” please stop sampling the candies”. In response I quickly put them in [...]

Will Ferrell's Super Secret Super Bowl Commercial [VIDEO]

Cheryl Hagen — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:58:47 +0000

One would expect a Will Ferrell Super Bowl Commercial to be talked about for weeks in advance, or at least be in the running for best ad after the game. Nope. Nobody knew about this spot except the folks in North Platte, Nebraska. Ferrell signed up with Old Milwaukee to deliver a very low key [...]

Top Five Super Bowl Ads As Per USA Today's Ad Meter [VIDEOS]

Cheryl Hagen — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:31:40 +0000

USA Today’s Ad Meter on Super Bowl commercials has been tallying online votes on its website all night. As of this morning the Doritos slingshot baby was leading the pack, but a few other spots were not far behind. What was your favorite? “Doritos: Sling Baby” was number on USA Today’s Ad Meter this morning. “Doritos: [...]

Girls Gone Wild Versus Madonna!?!

Pete Hausmann — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:31:02 +0000

Joe Francis, the brains(?) behind “Girls gone Wild” is threatening to sue Madonna. He has sent her a cease and desist letter stating that he’ll take legal action if she sings her new song “Girls Gone Wild” at the Super Bowl. According to TMZ, a letter that Francis has sent to Madonna and her “co-conspirators”, threatens [...]

A Super Bowl Commercial Hockey Fans Will Cheer [VIDEO]

Cheryl Hagen — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:21:45 +0000

Leave it to Budweiser to come up with a Super Bowl commercial about hockey! Budweiser is out with its latest “Big Game” TV spot centered around a couple of men’s recreational league hockey teams. True hockey fans may get a little emotional with this one! Budweiser apparently told both of these Ontario teams they were [...]

Madonna Hangs With Cheerleaders Nicki Minaj + M.I.A. in 'Give Me All Your Luvin" Video Preview

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:24:09 +0000

Madonna previewed about a minute of the video for her brand-new single ‘Give Me All Your Luvin” during ‘American Idol‘ tonight (Feb. 2.) The whole shebang drops tomorrow (Feb. 3) via her YouTube channel, but this blink-and-you’ll-miss it clip set the stage and gave us an idea of what to expect. It involves dancing and football — there’s lots of both.

Five Things Your Super Bowl Party Needs So It Doesn't End Miserably

Cheryl Hagen — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:42:10 +0000

Super Bowl Sunday is know for big parties, lots of great food and drink and just an entertaining time all around. For many folks, it’s an annual event planned out well ahead. If you’re a novice as throwing a party for the big game, there are a few things you should know! 1. Don’t even [...]

"Super" Easy and Tasty Calzones For The Big Game!

Cheryl Hagen — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 14:02:30 +0000

Super Bowl food often includes pizza, wings, chips and dips, and so much more. Why not try something a little different this year? How about homemade calzones stuffed with meatballs and cheese or maybe peppers, onions, jalapenos and cheese? There are so many options! We’ve been making calzones at home from everything and anything we [...]

Snooki Is Not Pregnant… So She Says!

Joy FM Staff — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:20:17 +0000

After rumors began swirling in the tabloid magazines, Jersey Shore star Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi announced today that she is NOT PREGNANT! Snooki told photographers in New York City that she is not pregnant (dispite tabloid reports stating that only her family and close friends know), but would like to have kids someday, when she get [...]

Kelly Clarkson Has Been Confirmed To Perform The National Anthem

Joy FM Staff — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:05:26 +0000

After several rumors and hints dropped by the songbird herself, the NFL has finally confirmed that Kelly Clarkson will perform the National Anthem at Super Bowl 46. It’s sure to be a star studded line-up as the New York Giants take on New England Patriots this Sunday… In addition to Kelly Clarkson performing, it was [...]

Ferris Bueller's Day At The Super Bowl? [VIDEO]

Cheryl Hagen — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:38:38 +0000

Will Ferris Bueller make an appearance at the Super Bowl? There’s a video circulating online that suggests Matthew Broderick may reprise his role at the school skipping teen. The video was posted on YouTube a few days ago with few clues about what’s to come. Broderick mutters a familiar line after pulling back curtains to [...]

Are You Ready For The Puppy Bowl?

Pete Hausmann — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:53:00 +0000

While many of us are asking “are you ready for some football”, some of us couldn’t be bothered. If you fit into group number two, then get ready for some puppies. Puppy Bowl VIII, which will air on Super Bowl Sunday on Animal Planet, is the cutest bowl you ever did see. During the Puppy Bowl, you’ll [...]

Sneak Peak At 2012 Super Bowl Commercials [VIDEO]

Cheryl Hagen — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:44:43 +0000

There appears to be a trend developing in regards to Super Bowl ads online. Many companies are releasing Super Bowl commercials on YouTube before the big game this year. Do you think this spoils the fun of watching the game? Go Daddy is the latest company out with its Super Bowl ads on YouTube. Here’s [...]