Has An NFL Team Ever Gone Undefeated?
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The 1972 Miami Dolphins are the only NFL team to go undefeated, finishing 17-0.
Did any other teams come close?
Introduction
Has an NFL team ever gone undefeated?
The answer to this question is a resounding no. In the 100 years of the NFL, no team has ever gone undefeated for an entire season. There have been a few teams that have come close, but they all eventually lost at least one game.
The most recent team to come close to an undefeated season was the New England Patriots, who went 18-0 in the 2007 regular season before losing to the New York Giants in the Super Bowl. The Patriots had one of the greatest seasons in NFL history, but they ultimately fell just short of perfection.
There have been other teams that have had great seasons and come close to going undefeated, but none have been able to achieve the ultimate goal. The NFL is a very difficult league to compete in and even the best teams often lose a few games each season. While it would be an incredible feat for any team to go undefeated, it seems unlikely that it will ever happen.
The 1972 Miami Dolphins
The 1972 Miami Dolphins season was the perfect season. They are the only team in NFL history to go undefeated and win the Super Bowl. The team was coached by Don Shula and led by quarterback Bob Griese, running back Larry Csonka, and wide receiver Paul Warfield. The Dolphins went 14–0 in the regular season and won all three of their playoff games, including Super Bowl VII against the Washington Redskins, to finish 17–0.
The 1973 dolphins went on to lose Super Bowl VIII to the Minnesota Vikings 24-7.
The 2007 New England Patriots
The 2007 New England Patriots came close to becoming the first team in NFL history to go undefeated, but they fell just short, losing to the New York Giants in the Super Bowl. The Patriots finished the regular season with a perfect 16-0 record, and they also won all three of their playoff games before losing to the Giants in the Super Bowl.
The 2015 Carolina Panthers
The Carolina Panthers became the first team in NFL history to go 15-1 in the regular season, with their only loss coming in Week 16 against the Atlanta Falcons. They went on to win the NFC Championship, but lost to the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50.
Conclusion
In conclusion, no NFL team has ever gone undefeated. There have been a few teams that have come close, but ultimately, they all lost at least one game. The 1972 Miami Dolphins are the only team to finish a season with a perfect record, but they did not go undefeated because they did not play in the Super Bowl.
