Low Marketing Budget, Lack of Consumer Spending Leading to the Recession Bowl

I just thought it was interesting that NBC still had two commercial spots available for the Superbowl up until the night prior to the big game. Yes, spots were being sold for 2.4-3 million dollars for a 30-second spot, but were talking about the world's largest stage. 100+ Million viewers and open spots? This is a sign of the economic downturn. Severely limited budgets on the business end and a lack of spending on the consumer end leaves a bad taste with both parties.