Terry Bradshaw Super Bowl wins: Ranking legendary Steelers QB's iconic SB performances

When one thinks about Terry Bradshaw, one immediately imagines a legendary quarterback who defined the position. But not every single one of Terry Bradshaw's Super Bowl wins was made equal. In some cases, he was the one who kept the offense ticking in a well-balanced team. Other times, he was the one setting the records for future quarterbacks to surpass.

Irrespective of how his regular season went, given he made it just three Pro Bowls in his career, he was always there to do his part in the postseason and Super Bowls.

Let's take an in-depth look at all of Terry Bradshaw Super Bowl wins and see where he excelled the most.

Ranking Terry Bradshaw Super Bowl wins

#4 - Super Bowl IX

The first of Terry Bradshaw Super Bowl wins would establish the Steelers dynasty, but it was a game mainly centered around defense and the running game. Running back Franco Harris rushed for 158 yards and scored a touchdown to become the Super Bowl MVP.

This, in turn, was more than the entire Minnesota Vikings offense as the feared Pittsburgh Steelers shut them down. The entire Super Bowl was an exhibition of defensive prowess with Pittsburgh's Steel Curtain going against Minnesota's Purple People Eaters.

OTD 1975 the birth of a dynasty!!!! The Pittsburgh Steelers defeat the Minnesota Vikings 16-6 in Super Bowl IX. The Steeler D pitched a shutout and held the Vikings to 119 yards of total offense. Franco Harris earned the MVP by rushing for 158 and a TD. Here we go!!! https://t.co/bibW4vh6af

But Bradshaw still played his part. After the Vikings brought the score back to 9-6 on the back of a blocked punt touchdown, he led a 66-yard drive. It culminated in a touchdown reception to put the Steelers ahead 16-6 and that is how the game ended.

#3 - Super Bowl X

Super Bowl X featured the Steelers against the Dallas Cowboys. The Steelers were the defending champions still dominant in their defense. But compared to the previous Super Bowl, they scored more points on offense, with Bradshaw playing a central role.

OTD 1976 your Pittsburgh Steelers defeat Dallas 21-17 in Super Bowl X. Lynn Swann had 4 catches for 161 yds and a TD (with concussion) to earn MVP.
Dallas had the lead in the 4th qtr until Cliff Harris upset Mr. Lambert. Lambert finished with 14 tackles. https://t.co/0OvwMQIhpG

His pass to Lynn Swann to score a 64-yard touchdown and another score in the fourth quarter enabled them to come from behind and win the game 21-17. Despite his efforts, Swann won the Super Bowl MVP award.

#2 - Super Bowl XIV

The great quarterback dominated this game against the Los Angeles Rams. He was named the Super Bowl MVP for completing 14 of 21 passes for 309 yards and two touchdowns.

"Great teams aren't always great, they're just great when they have to be."

The 73-yard fourth quarter TD bomb from Terry Bradshaw to John Stallworth — the #Steelers' winning score of Super Bowl XIV. This date in 1980. https://t.co/a4zReF5zai

He came up clutch throwing for both touchdowns in the second half of the game when the Steelers were trailing 13-10 at halftime. He also engineered a drive that allowed Franco Harris to score a 1-yard rushing touchdown. The only reason this performance was not atop the list is that he also threw for three interceptions in the 31-19 win.

#1 - Super Bowl XIII

Without a doubt, Super Bowl XIII was the pinnacle of Bradshaw's career. He was the NFL MVP that season entering the Super Bowl. The Steelers needed him to be at his best as they defeated the Dallas Cowboys only 35-31. It was a win built on offense and his strong arm.

He completed 17 of 30 passes for 318 yards and 4 touchdowns with just one interception. The passing yards and touchdowns were Super Bowl records at the time. He eclipsed Bart Starr's passing record of 253 yards in the first half. His touchdown pass of 75 yards equaled Johnny Unitas' Super Bowl record.

WHAT. A. GAME.

Super Bowl XIII comes in at #️⃣1️⃣7️⃣ on the #NFL100 Greatest Games. https://t.co/pwWCCkytUI

That the Cowboys became the first team to lose a Super Bowl despite scoring more than 30 points was mainly due to the dynamic quarterback. He was rightfully named the Super Bowl MVP for this edition.