In my last post, I discussed Urban Legends Guide David Emery's debunking of the Avocado myth listed below. And after poking around in some of his stuff, I found there are some interesting facts and really crazy legends attached to the Super Bowl.

One involves the collapsing of sewer systems in major cities because of all the simultaneous flushing done at halftime. And when you think about it, it seems like a legitimate concern. After all, there must be somewhat of an increase in the flow of waste during that time. But is it true?

Another claim is that there are more pizza deliveries made during Super Bowl Sunday than on any other day of the year. And that Disneyland becomes a veritable ghost town on the day of the Super Bowl because everyone is watching the game. Some of these legends are unfounded, some have some truth to them, while others are simply exaggerations.

And have you ever wondered what became of that guy who use to hold up the John 3:16 signs at televised football games? You won't believe it! Read more...