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When Underdogs Shocked the World: The Most Jaw-Dropping Super Bowl Upsets Ever

When Underdogs Shocked the World: The Most Jaw-Dropping Super Bowl Upsets Ever

“Broadway” Joe was named the game’s MVP, going 17 of 28 for 206 yards, although he didn’t account for a touchdown as the Jets’ scoring came on Jim Turner’s three field goals and a Matt Snell 4-yard run.

The Jets defense forced five turnovers, including three interceptions of starter Earl Morrall and one off Johnny Unitas, and the Colts didn’t score against coach Weeb Ewbank’s surprising champions until the final four minutes.

New York Jets running back Bill Mathis, far right, takes a handoff from quarterback Joe Namath during Super Bowl III on Jan. 12, 1969 in Miami. (AP Photo/Harold Valentine, File)

2. 14 Points – Super Bowl XXXVI: Patriots 20, Rams 17 (Feb. 3, 2002 at New Orleans)

The first of the New England Patriots’ record-tying six Super Bowl wins under coach Bill Belichick started with a shocker. They were up against “The Greatest Show on Turf” as the St. Louis Rams, who featured quarterback Kurt Warner, running back Marshall Faulk, and wide receivers Isaac Bruce and Torry Holt, appeared destined to claim a second NFL championship in three seasons.

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