What Is The Lowest Scoring Nfl Game?
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The lowest scoring NFL game ever was the 0-0 tie between the Chicago Bears and the Dallas Cowboys in November of 1942.
Introduction
The lowest scoring NFL game ever was the 1974 AFC divisional playoff game between the Miami Dolphins and the Kansas City Chiefs, which ended in a score of 0-0. This was the only time in NFL history that a playoff game has ended in a scoreless tie.
The Lowest Scoring Game In NFL History
The lowest scoring game in NFL history took place on November 7, 1943, when the Detroit Lions and New York Giants played to a 0-0 tie. The game was played at the Polo Grounds in New York City in front of 8,000 fans. There was no television coverage of the game and no radio broadcast.
The Lowest Scoring Game In The Super Bowl Era
The lowest scoring game in the Super Bowl era was the Miami Dolphins’ 14-0 victory over the Washington Redskins in Super Bowl VII. The game was played on January 14, 1973, at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
The Dolphins’ defense, which was nicknamed “The No-Name Defense,” was the star of the game. They held the Redskins to just four first downs and no points. The only touchdown of the game was scored by Dolphins’ running back Larry Csonka, who rushed for a 1-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter.
This was the second Super Bowl victory for the Dolphins, who also won Super Bowl VI. They are the only team to have won back-to-back Super Bowls with shutouts.
The Lowest Scoring Game In The Modern Era
In the modern era of the National Football League, the lowest scoring game ever played was on November 19th, 2006. The defensive battle took place between the Miami Dolphins and the Baltimore Ravens. The final score was Miami Dolpihns- 3 and the Baltimore Ravens- 0.
Conclusion
The lowest scoring game in NFL history occurred on November 7, 1943, when the visiting Detroit Lions beat the New York Giants, 6-0. The game was played at the Polo Grounds in New York City and featured future Hall of Fame quarterbacks Sammy Baugh (Washington Redskins) and Sid Luckman (Chicago Bears).
