Super Bowl XXII 1988 | Washington Redskins 42–10 Denver Broncos – Full Game Summary
Super Bowl XXII (1988): Washington Redskins 42–10 Denver Broncos – Historic Blowout Victory
Super Bowl XXII, played in 1988 in San Diego, became one of the most iconic championship performances in NFL history. After falling behind early, the Washington Redskins erupted with an explosive second-quarter surge to defeat the Denver Broncos 42–10.
- Event: Super Bowl XXII (1988)
- Winner: Washington Redskins
- Runner-up: Denver Broncos
- Final score: 42–10
- Location: San Diego, California
- MVP: Doug Williams (Quarterback)
- Historic note: First Black quarterback to win Super Bowl MVP
- Key moment: 35 unanswered points scored by Washington in the second quarter
Denver started strongly, taking a 10–0 lead in the opening minutes and appearing in control early on. However, Washington’s offense, led by quarterback Doug Williams, completely shifted the momentum with a record-breaking second quarter. Williams threw four touchdown passes in the quarter alone, dismantling the Broncos’ defense.
The Redskins scored 35 points in the second quarter, a Super Bowl record at the time, and never looked back. Their dominant aerial attack and disciplined defense turned the game into a historic blowout, sealing Washington’s second Super Bowl title in franchise history.