Super Bowl XV (1981): Oakland Raiders vs. Philadelphia Eagles
The Oakland Raiders won Super Bowl XV by defeating the Philadelphia Eagles 27–10. Jim Plunkett was named the game's Most Valuable Player.
Final Score
27–10
Champion
Oakland Raiders
Runner-Up
Philadelphia Eagles
MVP
Jim Plunkett (QB)
Stadium
Louisiana Superdome
Location
New Orleans, LA
Halftime Show
Helen O'Connell
Game Date
January 25, 1981
Game Recap: Super Bowl XV
The Oakland Raiders captured Super Bowl XV on January 25, 1981 at Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans, LA. The final score of 27–10 in favor of Oakland Raiders gave the franchise one of their most memorable championship moments. Jim Plunkett's remarkable comeback story as Super Bowl MVP.
Super Bowl XV was the 15th edition of the NFL Championship game, drawing one of the largest television audiences of the year. The game was held at Louisiana Superdomein New Orleans, LA, one of the premier venues in the NFL.
Key Storylines and Notable Facts
Jim Plunkett's remarkable comeback story as Super Bowl MVP.
MVP Performance: Jim Plunkett
Jim Plunkett (QB) earned the Super Bowl XV 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. Jim Plunkett joins an elite list of Super Bowl MVP winners alongside Joe Montana (4 awards), Bart Starr, Terry Bradshaw, and Tom Brady.
Halftime Show: Helen O'Connell
The Super Bowl XV halftime show featured Helen O'Connell. 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 XV Played?
Super Bowl XV was played at Louisiana Superdome 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 XV Legacy
Super Bowl XV added to the Oakland Raiders'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
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