While it's popular to say "The ads were better than the game," they collectively weren't.

While it's popular to say "The ads were better than the game," they collectively weren't.

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Who scored and who wasted their money on Super Bowl ads

Crafting memorable Super Bowl advertising remains a formidable challenge, as companies try to navigate the complicated waters of celebrity endorsements, corporate branding, hot-button issues and commercials designed to pitch products.