The Super Bowl is known for its spectacle, explosive offense and moments of pure adrenaline. However, over the years, there have been editions that have broken with this tradition and left us with unexpected surprises.
While some NFL games turn into high-scoring offensive battles, others stand out for the incredible defensive solidity that limits scoring opportunities and turns the game into a tactical war.
These low-scoring Super Bowls are remembered not only for what was played on the field but for the oddities they brought with them, where defenses dominated the show and the final score left everyone in shock.
NFL’s lowest scoring Super Bowls: The top matches
| Super Bowl | Date | Teams | Final score | Winner | Total points |
| Super Bowl LIII | February 3, 2019 | New England Patriots vs Los Angeles Rams | 13-3 | New England Patriots | 16 |
| Super Bowl VII | January 14, 1973 | Miami Dolphins vs Washington Redskins | 14-7 | Miami Dolphins | 21 |
| Super Bowl IX | January 15, 1975 | Pittsburgh Steelers vs Minnesota Vikings | 16-6 | Pittsburgh Steelers | 22 |
| Super Bowl III | January 17, 1969 | New York Jets vs Baltimore Colts | 16-7 | New York Jets | 23 |
Super Bowl LIII, played on February 3, 2019, between the New England Patriots and the Los Angeles Rams, holds the record for the lowest-scoring Super Bowl in NFL history, with a final score of 13-3 in favor of the Patriots.
The only touchdown of the game was scored by Patriots running back Sony Michel in the third quarter. Patriots quarterback Tom Brady completed 21 of 35 passes for 262 yards, with no touchdowns.