At least that’s what Nick Lowe sang in his 1976 song, “So It Goes.”

“Security is so tight tonight,
“Oh, they are ready for a tussle.
“Better keep your backstage passes,
“Cause the promoter has the muscle.”

With Super Bowl XLVI just days away, the NFL is keeping things tight with regard to security and the protection of fans and players at the game.

According to the league and national and local enforcement agencies, security at Lucas Oil Stadium will be “unprecedented” and screening processes for entering the venue “significantly heightened for the Super Bowl.”

Though not due to any specific threats or warnings, the league and other authorities involved want to make certain that the only action is on the field between the New York Giants and New England Patriots.

“We have no specific or credible threats against Super Bowl 46,” U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano said at a news conference in Indianapolis on Feb. 1 that included members of federal, state and local law enforcement. “[But] if you see something, say something. We have seen time and time again that the public itself is our best protection.”

As part of the Department’s “If You See Something, Say Something” partnership with Super Bowl XLVI, campaign graphics will appear on the videoboard and TVs throughout Lucas Oil Stadium on game day. Safety messaging will also be printed in game programs and fan guides for staff, players, and volunteers. Indiana and the City of Indianapolis have continued to expand and support the campaign over the past year since initially partnering with the Dept. of Homeland Security.

In addition, “If You See Something, Say Something” ads have plastered Indianapolis at airport, hotels, restaurants, bars, and on buses, magazines and visitor guides.

“Our partnership with the NFL on the ‘If You See Something, Say Something’ public awareness campaign during the Super Bowl is a critical part of our efforts to ensure the safety of every employee, player and fan,” said Napolitano.

Federal and state law enforcement resources and the U.S. military support area law enforcement, fire, emergency management and public health entities have been part of the security operation. In addition, private security companies hired by the NFL also contribute to the high level of security applied to the Super Bowl.

As an indication as to how large in scope security is at Super Bowl XLVI, also at the media conference were Jeffrey Miller, Vice President/Chief Security Officer, NFL; Frank Staub, Director of Public Safety, City of Indianapolis; David Kane, Federal Coordinator, Department of Homeland Security; Robert Holley, FBI – Special Agent in Charge; and Superintendent Paul Whitesell, Indiana State Police

The NFL said that “everyone entering the stadium on Super Bowl Sunday will be subject to security screenings, including metal detectors, pat-downs, and other special security checks. Spectators choosing not to consent to the NFL’s security requirements will be refused admission.”

Temporary flight restrictions will be in place on Super Bowl Sunday “that will prohibit private aircraft from operating in a large radius around the sports complex. No blimps or other aircraft will be allowed to circle the premises.”

NFL teams implemented a Fan Code of Conduct policy in 2008. The NFL said the Fan Code of Conduct would be enforced during the Super Bowl. According to the NFL, “guests” are required to refrain from the following:

• Behavior that is unruly, disruptive, or illegal in nature
• Intoxication or other signs of alcohol impairment that results in
irresponsible behavior
• Foul or abusive language or obscene gestures
• Interference with the progress of the game (including throwing
objects on the field)
• Failing to follow instruction of stadium personnel
• Verbal or physical harassment of opposing team fans

During the game, the league said that people who are “subjected to unruly fans, or witness violations” of the Fan Code of Conduct, can quickly receive assistance by calling a special telephone number or sending a text to anonymously report fan conduct violations. These phone and text lines will be visibly posted in the stadium during the game.

The league also issued an extensive list of items prohibited in Lucas Oil Stadium for Super Bowl XLVI. They include, but are not limited to: backpacks, banners, beach balls, bottles, cans, camera cases and binocular cases/tripods, camcorders, containers of any type, coolers of any size, fireworks,  hairspray, horns, Frisbees, poles, sticks, Laser lights/pointers, mace/pepper spray, noisemakers, strollers, umbrellas and weapons of any kind.

“At a major national event like the Super Bowl, security is a shared responsibility and everybody has a role to play in identifying and reporting suspicious activities and threats,” said Napolitano.

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