Super Bowl XXVII
Super Bowl XXVII was the championship game of the National Football League (NFL) for the 1992 season. It took place on January 31, 1993, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. The game featured the Buffalo Bills, representing the American Football Conference (AFC), and the Dallas Cowboys, representing the National Football Conference (NFC).
The Dallas Cowboys, Coached by Jimmy Johnson, the Cowboys were a dominant team that season, finishing with a 13-3 record. They had a powerful offense led by quarterback Troy Aikman, running back Emmitt Smith, and wide receiver Michael Irvin.
The Buffalo Bills, Coached by Marv Levy, the Bills also had a strong season, finishing with an 11-5 record. They were known for their high-powered offense, featuring quarterback Jim Kelly and a talented receiving corps
- The Cowboys dominated the game, winning with a score of 52-17. This marked the largest margin of victory in a Super Bowl at that time.
- Dallas took control early, leading 28-10 at halftime. They continued to build on their lead in the second half, scoring 24 points while the Bills managed only 7.
- Emmitt Smith was named the Super Bowl MVP, rushing for 132 yards and two touchdowns.
- This victory marked the Cowboys' third Super Bowl title and solidified their status as a powerhouse in the NFL during the early 1990s.
- For the Bills, this game was part of a string of three consecutive Super Bowl loses.
- The halftime show featured a performance by Michael Jackson, which was highly anticipated and received significant attention, helping to elevate the profile of Super Bowl halftime shows in general.