Super Bowl XXXII (1998): Denver Broncos vs. Green Bay Packers

Game Recap: Super Bowl XXXII

The Denver Broncos captured Super Bowl XXXII on January 25, 1998 at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, CA. The final score of 31–24 in favor of Denver Broncos gave the franchise one of their most memorable championship moments. John Elway finally won his Super Bowl; Terrell Davis rushed for 157 yards.

Super Bowl XXXII was the 32th edition of the NFL Championship game, drawing one of the largest television audiences of the year. The game was held at Qualcomm Stadiumin San Diego, CA, one of the premier venues in the NFL.

Key Storylines and Notable Facts

John Elway finally won his Super Bowl; Terrell Davis rushed for 157 yards.

MVP Performance: Terrell Davis

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

Halftime Show: Smokey Robinson, Queen Latifah & Boyz II Men

The Super Bowl XXXII halftime show featured Smokey Robinson, Queen Latifah & Boyz II Men. 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 XXXII Played?

Super Bowl XXXII was played at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, 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 XXXII Legacy

Super Bowl XXXII added to the Denver Broncos'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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