Bodog Beat

Everyone is well aware that the Pittsburgh Steelers hang their hat on their stingy defense. (Wikimedia Images)

But for them to beat the Arizona Cardinals and win the Super Bowl, they are likely going to need something magical out of Ben Roethlisberger.

The Cards know how banged up Big Ben is and will be gunning for the Steelers QB. Fans may not like the long break before the big game but for Pittsburgh and Roethlisberger it is a blessing. It will provide extra time to heal all the bumps and bruises, in particular Roethlisberger's back.

This will have a huge impact on how mobile Ben is and how well he avoids a hungry Cards defense. Roethlisberger was not nearly as effective running the ball this past season, only rushing 34 times for 101 yards in 2008.

Big Ben is listed at -180 to throw a touchdown first as opposed to tossing an interception (+150).