Super Bowl IV (1970): Kansas City Chiefs vs. Minnesota Vikings
The Kansas City Chiefs won Super Bowl IV by defeating the Minnesota Vikings 23–7. Len Dawson was named the game's Most Valuable Player.
Final Score
23–7
Champion
Kansas City Chiefs
Runner-Up
Minnesota Vikings
MVP
Len Dawson (QB)
Stadium
Tulane Stadium
Location
New Orleans, LA
Halftime Show
Tulane University Marching Band
Game Date
January 11, 1970
Game Recap: Super Bowl IV
The Kansas City Chiefs captured Super Bowl IV on January 11, 1970 at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans, LA. The final score of 23–7 in favor of Kansas City Chiefs gave the franchise one of their most memorable championship moments. The last Super Bowl before the AFL-NFL merger became official.
Super Bowl IV was the 4th edition of the NFL Championship game, drawing one of the largest television audiences of the year. The game was held at Tulane Stadiumin New Orleans, LA, one of the premier venues in the NFL.
Key Storylines and Notable Facts
The last Super Bowl before the AFL-NFL merger became official.
MVP Performance: Len Dawson
Len Dawson (QB) earned the Super Bowl IV Most Valuable Player award with a standout individual performance. The MVP award, officially known as the Pete Rozelle Trophy, has been given since Super Bowl I and recognizes the single most impactful player in each championship game. Len Dawson joins an elite list of Super Bowl MVP winners alongside Joe Montana (4 awards), Bart Starr, Terry Bradshaw, and Tom Brady.
Halftime Show: Tulane University Marching Band
The Super Bowl IV halftime show featured Tulane University Marching Band. The halftime show has grown from a simple marching band performance in the early Super Bowls into one of the most-watched musical events in the world, routinely attracting over 120 million viewers. For a full ranking of every halftime show, see our best Super Bowl halftime shows guide.
Where Was Super Bowl IV Played?
Super Bowl IV was played at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans, LA. The NFL selects host cities based on stadium quality, hotel room capacity, and infrastructure. For a full list of every Super Bowl location, see our Super Bowl stadiums page and Super Bowl host cities guide.
Super Bowl IV Legacy
Super Bowl IV added to the Kansas City Chiefs's championship legacy. The victory secured a place in NFL history and gave the franchise's fans one of their most celebrated moments. Championship victories are often defining moments for franchises — they elevate players to legend status, validate coaching philosophies, and become permanent fixtures in sports culture.
For the complete timeline of every Super Bowl champion, visit our Super Bowl winners page. To see how this game fits into the all-time records, visit the Super Bowl records page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Super Bowl LXI is scheduled for February 2027. The exact date and location will be officially announced by the NFL. The game typically takes place on the first Sunday of February.
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