Who was MVP of Super Bowl XXXI?

Who was MVP of Super Bowl XXXI?

Desmond Howard
The Patriots were within 6 points (27-21) in the 3rd quarter, but Green Bay’s 4 interceptions and a kickoff return for a touchdown helped the Packers to victory. Green Bay’s Desmond Howard became the first special teams player to be awarded the Super Bowl MVP trophy.

When did the Cowboys win the Super Bowl?

January 28, 1996
The Cowboys defeated the Steelers by the score of 27–17. The game was played on January 28, 1996, at Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona, the first time the Super Bowl was played in the Phoenix metropolitan area.

Who did Brett Favre lose the Superbowl to?

After being heavily favored by 11 points, the Packers lost to the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXXII by the score of 31–24 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, ending the NFC’s 13-year Super Bowl-winning streak. Denver defeating Green Bay was one of the biggest upsets in NFL history.

What Superbowl did the Packers beat the Patriots?

The Packers defeated the Patriots by the score of 35–21, earning their third overall Super Bowl victory, and their first since Super Bowl II….Super Bowl XXXI.

Date January 26, 1997
Stadium Louisiana Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana
MVP Desmond Howard, return specialist
Favorite Packers by 14
Current/Future Hall of Famers

What was the score of the Super Bowl?

The Packers defeated the Patriots by the score of 35–21, earning their third overall Super Bowl victory, and their first since Super Bowl II. The Packers also extended their league record for the most overall NFL championships to 12.

When did the Green Bay Packers win the Super Bowl?

Green Bay Packers defensive end Reggie White (92) celebrates with the Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl XXXI game against the New England Patriots on January 26, 1997, in New Orleans. The Packers defeated the Patriots 35-21. (AP Photo/Kevin Terrell)

Where was the Super Bowl played in 1997?

The game was played on January 26, 1997, at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. This Super Bowl featured two clubs that were considered losing teams for much of the late 1980s. The Packers’ fortunes turned after head coach Mike Holmgren and quarterback Brett Favre joined the team in 1992.

Where was the last Super Bowl played in New Orleans?

It was also the last in a run of 13 straight Super Bowl victories by the NFC over the AFC. The game was played on January 26, 1997 at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana . This Super Bowl featured two clubs that had recently returned to competitiveness.