Even if the Saints mop the floor with the 49ers in the second half in the same way they did the Lions, I do feel vindicated in defending the 49ers throughout the season. This is a tough, very tough football team and they have been able to move the ball all game, stalling at key moments. The Saints have their work cut out for them, but if they can get a few big plays and cut into the 49ers' confidence, they can see some daylight.
In the unlikely event of a Giants/49ers championship, I would be stunned if the Giants moved the ball all game. Eli would get eaten alive by this team without his running game. Rodgers, I think, would do OK because he simply does not fuck up.