Talked with a friend who went to the game and I heard others on the radio about something I haven't seen too much on.
The noise during that first snap was so loud, louder than anyone ever heard during a Giants or Jets game. Although there didn't seem to be too many Seahawk fans. It looked like more Denver fans just from seeing the colors, but I'll guess most people don't have team color winter coats. Plus this is a neutral field.
But the roar at that first snap (and continuing) took Denver completely by surprise. The 49ers expected it in Seattle, but who knew the 12th man effect would be in Jersey? Denver's Offense never recovered.
The Denver defense did well to hold Seattle to field goals in the first Q. It could have been 16-0. They only gave up 1 touchdown in the first half, yet trailed 22-0.
After the special teams allowed that kickoff return at the start of the third, they were deflated. 28-0.
Oh, well. I saw a quick cut to Eli during the second half. I'll bet he was thanking whoever for his success in his 2 games, cause it coulda went bad for him twice!