Super Bowl XXV: Reflecting on the 20-Year Anniversary of the Closest Super Bowl

January 27, 2011   ·   Dan Van Wie   ·   Jump to comments

We are now just 10 days away from Super Bowl XLV, and everyone is anticipating a great game between the Green Bay Packers and Pittsburgh Steelers in Dallas, Texas. How will this game compare to Super Bowls of the past?
Every year when we identify who is playing in the Super Bowl, I can't help but reflect on the chances that the Buffalo Bills had to win the big game. Today marks the 20th anniversary of Super Bowl XXV, which was held on January 27, 1991. Super Bowl XXV featured the Buffalo Bills and New York Giants, held in Tampa Bay, Florida. This was the closest game in Super Bowl history. The 20th anniversary felt like an appropriate time to re-visit that epic contest. 
The New York Giants were seven-point underdogs, but found a way to beat the Bills 20-19, when Scott Norwood attempted to give the Bills the win. His now famous 47-yard field goal attempt sailed wide right, and the Giants under Bill Parcells had their upset win. The game also featured two of the most fe...

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