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The excitement of Super Bowl 60 is unfolding, yet fans anticipating a high-scoring spectacle might be feeling a bit let down as the game reaches halftime.
In Washington, as the first half comes to a close, the match has been more about defense than offense, prompting sports enthusiasts to delve into the archives of Super Bowl scoring statistics.
The Seattle Seahawks initiated the game’s scoring with a 33-yard field goal during their first drive. They later added another three points to establish a 6-0 advantage. Just before the halftime whistle, Seattle’s kicker delivered yet another field goal, extending their lead to 9-0.
For those wondering how this game compares historically, the lowest-scoring Super Bowl occurred in 2019 when the New England Patriots and the Los Angeles Rams combined for just 16 points, with the Patriots clinching the victory 13-3.
What is the lowest scoring Super Bowl?
Prior to that, the record for the lowest score was set in 1973 at Super Bowl VII, where the Miami Dolphins emerged victorious over Washington with a total of 21 points scored, ending the game 14-7.
The previous record, set in 1973 at Super Bowl VII, was 21 points. The Miami Dolphins defeated Washington 14-7.
The third-lowest scoring Super Bowl was in 1975 when just 22 points were scored between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Minnesota Vikings. The Steelers won 16-6.Â
Has there ever been a shutout in the Super Bowl?
There has never been a shutout in a Super Bowl. The fewest points ever scored by a team is three. That happened with the Dolphins in Super Bowl VI and Rams in Super Bowl LIII.Â
The New England Patriots are currently trying to make sure they don’t make history in the wrong way.Â
What was the highest scoring Super Bowl?
The highest-scoring Super Bowl in NFL history was Super Bowl 29, which took place in 1995. It featured the San Francisco 49ers beating the San Diego Chargers, 49-26, for a record 75 total points.
Super Bowl 52, which took place in 2018, nearly broke the record for highest-scoring Super Bowl. In that matchup, the Philadelphia Eagles beat the New England Patriots, 41-33, for 74 total points – one shy of the record.Â