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Though individuals express anticipation for the game itself once it begins—energy that invariably engulfs fans when the kickoff is approaching—there are underlying frustrations that mar the overall experience. Reports of a decrease in the quality of play, a perception that games feel scripted, and a general sense of magnitude lost in promotional antics weigh heavily on fans' minds. Super Bowl Sunday, once revered as a holiday, now faces scrutiny.