Ep 32. 1998 Super Bowl XXXII: Denver Broncos Vs. Green Bay Packers
- January 25, 1998
In this episode of Super Bowl Highlights season 1, episode 32, viewers will be taken back to the 1998 Super Bowl XXXII where the Denver Broncos faced off against the Green Bay Packers. The game, which took place on January 25th, 1998, was played at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California.
The Denver Broncos, who were making their fifth Super Bowl appearance, were led by quarterback John Elway, who was playing in his second consecutive Super Bowl. The Packers, who were also making their fifth Super Bowl appearance, were led by quarterback Brett Favre, who was also playing in his second consecutive Super Bowl.
The game was expected to be a close one, with both teams having strong offenses and defenses. However, things didn't start off well for the Broncos, as they fell behind early in the game. The Packers scored the first touchdown of the game in the first quarter, when Favre threw a 22-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Antonio Freeman.
The Broncos quickly responded with a touchdown of their own, when running back Terrell Davis ran for a one-yard touchdown in the first quarter. The score remained tied at 7-7 until the second quarter.
In the second quarter, the Packers took the lead again when Favre threw a 13-yard touchdown pass to tight end Mark Chmura. The Broncos responded with another touchdown of their own, when Elway threw a one-yard touchdown pass to tight end Howard Griffith, tying the game again at 14-14.
The game remained tied until the end of the first half, but the Broncos started to take control in the second half. In the third quarter, the Broncos took the lead for the first time in the game when Davis ran for another one-yard touchdown, putting the Broncos up 21-14.
The Packers tried to fight back, but the Broncos defense was too much for them. The Broncos extended their lead in the fourth quarter, when Elway threw a 17-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Rod Smith, putting the Broncos up 28-17.
The Packers scored one more touchdown in the fourth quarter, when Favre threw a 13-yard touchdown pass to Freeman, but it wasn't enough. The Broncos held on to win the game 31-24, giving them their first Super Bowl victory.
Throughout the game, both Elway and Davis had standout performances. Elway finished the game with 336 passing yards, one touchdown pass, and one rushing touchdown. Davis rushed for 157 yards and three touchdowns, earning him the Super Bowl MVP award.
This episode of Super Bowl Highlights season 1, episode 32, is a must-watch for any football fan, especially those who love classic Super Bowl games. The 1998 Super Bowl XXXII was a thrilling game from start to finish, and it's a game that will be remembered for years to come.