SUPER BOWL XXXII

January 25, 1998
Qualcomm Stadium
San Diego, CA
   
GREEN BAY PACKERS DENVER BRONCOS
   
24 31
   
Super Bowl MVP: Terrell Davis

 

 

 

 

Super Bowl XXXII, held on January 25, 1998, was an exciting matchup between the Denver Broncos and Green Bay Packers. The game took place at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. The Broncos, led by their quarterback John Elway, faced the Packers, led by their legendary quarterback Brett Favre.

The game was highly anticipated, as the Broncos were considered underdogs against the Packers, who were the defending champions and had a dominant season. The Packers took an early lead with a touchdown pass from Favre to wide receiver Antonio Freeman. However, the Broncos responded with a touchdown run by running back Terrell Davis.

The game remained closely contested throughout, with both teams battling hard. Davis had a standout performance, rushing for 157 yards and scoring three touchdowns. Despite suffering from migraine headaches during the game, Davis persevered and became the game's MVP. 

 

 

In a critical moment known as "The Helicopter Play," John Elway scrambled and dove headfirst to gain a crucial first down, sacrificing his body in an effort to secure victory for the Broncos. This play became one of the most iconic moments in Super Bowl history.

Ultimately, the Denver Broncos emerged as the victors, winning their first-ever Super Bowl title with a final score of 31-24. It was a historic moment for the franchise, as well as for Elway, who had lost three Super Bowls before finally breaking through in this game.

The Broncos' Super Bowl record now stood at 1-4 and they handed the Packers their first loss in the Super Bowl (3-1).

 

 

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