The gist of the theory is this: the colors used in the logo offer clues to which teams will be in the game. For a long time, the NFL used a classic silver logo showcasing the Lombardi Trophy, but that's no longer the case with a logo that's revealed typically a year in advance.

But if you'd like to understand what everyone around you is talking about, here's a quick primer. What is the Super Bowl? The Super Bowl is the biggest American football game and television event of the year.