The National Football League has been around since 1920, and since then, there have been plenty of memorable teams that made their mark in NFL history. But only a few stand out as the truly great ones. Here are the top 5 NFL teams of all time.
1972 Miami Dolphins
The only undefeated team in NFL history, the 1972 Miami Dolphins went 14-0 in the regular season and won two playoff games to become Super Bowl VII champions. Led by their legendary “No-Name Defense” and quarterback Bob Griese, the Dolphins remain the gold standard for perfection.
1985 Chicago Bears
The 1985 Chicago Bears were a defensive powerhouse that allowed just 198 total points all season. They famously danced their way to a Super Bowl XX victory over the New England Patriots with the likes of ’85 Shuffle, the Fridge and McMahon.
1978 Pittsburgh Steelers
The 1978 Pittsburgh Steelers, led by future Hall of Famers Terry Bradshaw and Franco Harris, are often cited as the greatest team of the Steelers’ dynasty. They went 14-2 in the regular season and defeated the Dallas Cowboys 35-31 in Super Bowl XIII for their third championship in five years.
1984 San Francisco 49ers
The 1984 San Francisco 49ers are considered by many to be one of the greatest offensive teams of all time. Led by quarterback Joe Montana and wide receiver Jerry Rice, the 49ers went 15-1 in the regular season and won Super Bowl XIX against the Miami Dolphins.
1991 Washington Redskins
The 1991 Washington Redskins were a dominant team that won their second Super Bowl in a ten-year span. Led by quarterback Mark Rypien and a suffocating defense, the Redskins went 14-2 in the regular season and defeated the Buffalo Bills 37-24 in Super Bowl XXVI.
Each of these teams left an indelible mark on NFL history and serve as a reminder of the excellence that can be achieved by a team when all the pieces come together.
