The Super Bowl and the Code

So, why did the Patriots win?  Was it: 1. Because Tom Brady is a great quarterback who led his team to victory? 2. Because Matt Ryan, this year’s MVP, was only able to lead the offense to three points in the second half?  3. Because the Patriots’ defense shut down the Falcons’ offense in the second half?  4. Because the Falcons’ defense was unable to stop the Patriots in the second half?   While one can argue all are true, if you had to pick one reason, what would it be?  What does the Code say about all of this?  The Code talks about giving your best effort, about playing by the rules, and about putting team goals first… were any of these tenets critically important?  Finally, what is the most important lesson that you learn from this game?