Super Bowl VII (1973): Miami Dolphins vs. Washington Redskins

Game Recap: Super Bowl VII

The Miami Dolphins captured Super Bowl VII on January 14, 1973 at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. The final score of 14–7 in favor of Miami Dolphins gave the franchise one of their most memorable championship moments. The Dolphins completed the only perfect 17-0 season in NFL history.

Super Bowl VII was the 7th edition of the NFL Championship game, drawing one of the largest television audiences of the year. The game was held at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseumin Los Angeles, CA, one of the premier venues in the NFL.

Key Storylines and Notable Facts

The Dolphins completed the only perfect 17-0 season in NFL history.

MVP Performance: Jake Scott

Jake Scott (S) earned the Super Bowl VII 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. Jake Scott joins an elite list of Super Bowl MVP winners alongside Joe Montana (4 awards), Bart Starr, Terry Bradshaw, and Tom Brady.

Halftime Show: University of Michigan Marching Band

The Super Bowl VII halftime show featured University of Michigan 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 VII Played?

Super Bowl VII was played at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, CA. 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 VII Legacy

Super Bowl VII added to the Miami Dolphins'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.

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