Super Bowl III (1969): Jets vs Colts – Joe Namath Upset Victory Recap
Super Bowl III
Super Bowl III was played on January 12, 1969, at the Miami Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida. The New York Jets defeated the Baltimore Colts 16–7, producing one of the biggest upsets in American football history and securing the first AFL victory over the NFL in a Super Bowl.
A few key details from the game:
- Jets quarterback Joe Namath famously guaranteed a Jets victory before the game and delivered on the promise.
- The Jets’ win marked the first time an AFL team defeated an NFL team in a Super Bowl.
- New York controlled the game with strong defense, limiting the Colts to just one touchdown.
- Joe Namath was named Super Bowl MVP despite not throwing a touchdown pass.