Super Bowl History: Super Bowl XII

Super Bowl XII was played on January 15th, 1978, at the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana. The game featured the Dallas Cowboys, who finished the 1977 season with a 12-2 record against the Denver Broncos, who finished the season with a franchise-best 12-2 record behind their "Orange Crush" defense.

The Cowboys, led by head coach Tom Landry and quarterback Roger Staubach, had a strong playoff run, defeating the Chicago Bears, 37-7, in the divisional round and the Minnesota Vikings, 23-6, in the NFC Championship game. This was the fourth Super Bowl appearance for the Cowboys in eight years, winning one.

The Broncos, led by head coach Red Miller and quarterback Craig Morton, also had a strong playoff run, defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers, 33-10, in the divisional round and the Oakland Raiders, 20-17, in the AFC Championship game. This was the first Super Bowl appearance for the Broncos in franchise history.

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Super Bowl XII outcome

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In Super Bowl XII, the Cowboys won 27-10, with a dominant performance by their defense, led by Randy White and Harvey Martin, who were both named co-MVPs. The defense caused eight turnovers and limited the Broncos' offense to 204 total yards and scored a safety. The Cowboys' offense was led by quarterback Roger Staubach, who completed 15 of 24 passes for 183 yards and a touchdown.

The Cowboys' victory in Super Bowl XII was a significant moment in franchise history as it marked their second Super Bowl win, joining the Packers, Dolphins, and Steelers as the only teams to win multiple Super Bowls. The team's defense was a key factor in their win, as they were able to create turnovers and control the game. The Broncos, despite a strong performance during the playoffs, were unable to secure a victory in their first Super Bowl appearance.

Super Bowl XII was a great achievement for the Cowboys organization, players, and fans, and it cemented the team's legacy as a powerhouse in the NFL during that era.

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