Your Super Bowl guide This Sunday the New England Patriots and New York Giants will take to the field of Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana to play in Super Bowl XLVI. NBC, the network carrying the game, is planning more than 18 hours of coverage before and after the game. Super Sunday has essentially become a holiday in this country; an entire nation will go to work on Monday feeling the effects of too much chip, dip and other party favors, but we will all cross that bridge when we come to it. Here is a guide for you to get maximum enjoyment out of your game viewing experience. This year's game is unique, as unique as a rematch between two teams that played in this same game four years ago, and have already played twice this season (once in the pre-season) can be. With a dog in the fight, your plan to watch the game has to change. To truly enjoy, it comes down to the three Ss: Sound I am acting under the assumption you will be watching from a house party as opposed to a restaurant or bar - and when it comes to sound, a house party is the way to go. At a bar you miss too much. The commercials have become nearly as important as the game; in fact, in most years the commercials outdo what actually happens on the field. From the summer movie ads to the typical Doritos and Bud Light barrage, I love it all - and you've got to be in a position to hear it all. That doesn't even touch on what the announcers have to say. This year you get Al Michaels and Cris Collinsworth, arguably the best tandem currently doing games. Don't do yourself a disservice and not be able to hear what's going on in and around the game. Which leads me to the next S... Seating In this unique year, seating is paramount. Invites to the party you're throwing go to VIPs only. This is not a year for acquaintances and "friends from work". Let them fend for themselves. You need to have a good seat for the entire game that is not going to be in jeopardy when you make a move to the kitchen. Your typical living room seats maybe 6-10 people comfortably; throw in bean bag or a folding chair of some sort and you probably add a few spots. VIPs also understand what's happening on the field. They do not ask questions. They make statements breaking down the game. Throw in the occasion decibel-raising "Come on!" and you've got yourself a good guest. Good guests don't feel bad for Billy Cundiff after he shanks a game-tying field goal. They laugh at him and revel in his pain. Too far? Maybe. But that's what it takes on Super Sunday. Snacks By now you've probably got this covered. But just in case, get organized. Facebook is a good place for this to happen. Write what you plan to bring so you don't end up with 7 million meatballs. Variety is key as well. Don't overdo the salty snacks. I don't base that on any dietary reasoning, I am merely looking out for your best interests. Be the person that buys the veggie platter or a fruit salad and watch how fast it goes. Don't be scared to take chances. Dare to be great. That's it. Stick to those rules and you are sure to enjoy your Super Sunday viewing. My prediction: 34-31 Patriots!