Underdog to Undefeated

Since Adam Vinatieri kicked the game winning field goal in the 2002 Super Bowl, the momentum has been building to this moment.

Back then, the New England Patriots were the lovable underdogs who beat the St. Louis Rams in one of the biggest upsets in football history.

Now, in Super Bowl 42, the undefeated Pats are heavy favorites against the New York Giants. And if you're not a New England fan, the Patriots aren't so lovable anymore. WBUR's Gabe O'Connor has this report.