Super Bowl VII (1973): Miami Dolphins Defeat Washington Redskins 14-7
Super Bowl VII
Super Bowl VII was played on January 14, 1973, at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, California. The Miami Dolphins defeated the Washington Redskins 14–7, completing the only perfect season in NFL history with a flawless 17-0 record.
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A few key details from the game:
- The Dolphins entered the game undefeated and became the first team to finish a season without a loss.
- Miami built a 14-0 lead behind touchdown runs from Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick.
- Safety Jake Scott intercepted two passes and was named Super Bowl MVP for his outstanding defensive performance.
- The game is remembered for the “Garo’s Gaffe,” when kicker Garo Yepremian’s blocked field goal attempt led to a Redskins touchdown.
- Washington scored its only touchdown late in the fourth quarter but could not complete a comeback.
- Miami’s victory cemented the 1972 Dolphins as one of the greatest teams in NFL history.