Storied Franchises Can Build On Super Legacy -- Packers, Steelers Share Winning Tradition, Strong Fan Bases

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ARLINGTON, Texas - NFL commissioners can't root, so Roger Goodell will just sit back and smile as he watches this Super Bowl.

A season that saw pro football claim boffo TV ratings and reach new heights of popularity - even as it dealt with a stream of off- field woes - will end today with two classic, hard-nosed teams clashing in its championship game.

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Storied Franchises Can Build On Super Legacy -- Packers, Steelers Share Winning Tradition, Strong Fan Bases

"When you look at this matchup," Goodell said, "and you say Pittsburgh Steelers and Green Bay Packers - that's football."

"This isn't just about fans in western Pennsylvania or Wisconsin. They have national followings. And I think that is wha...

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