John checks in from the Madden Cruiser in Texas, where he’s planning a busy Super Bowl week.

With the game preparations pretty much complete, John says the most successful teams learn to accept and enjoy the week’s activities and not let them become a distraction. 

Madden also weighs in on the NFL’s sale of $200 tickets to watch the Super Bowl on a big screen outside the stadium. Does the free scarf make it a better deal? (7:40)