Super Bowl XIV (1980): Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Los Angeles Rams

Game Recap: Super Bowl XIV

The Pittsburgh Steelers captured Super Bowl XIV on January 20, 1980 at Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA. The final score of 31–19 in favor of Pittsburgh Steelers gave the franchise one of their most memorable championship moments. Pittsburgh's record fourth Super Bowl title in six years.

Super Bowl XIV was the 14th edition of the NFL Championship game, drawing one of the largest television audiences of the year. The game was held at Rose Bowlin Pasadena, CA, one of the premier venues in the NFL.

Key Storylines and Notable Facts

Pittsburgh's record fourth Super Bowl title in six years.

MVP Performance: Terry Bradshaw

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

Halftime Show: Up with People

The Super Bowl XIV halftime show featured Up with People. 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 XIV Played?

Super Bowl XIV was played at Rose Bowl in Pasadena, 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 XIV Legacy

Super Bowl XIV added to the Pittsburgh Steelers'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.