LeGarrette Blount played a pivotal role in the Eagles' 41-33 victory over the New England Patriots, rushing for 90 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries. His powerful running, highlighted by a 21-yard touchdown run, helped Philadelphia secure its first Super Bowl title.
Ricky Watters showcased his dual-threat capabilities, scoring three touchdowns (two rushing, one receiving) and accumulating over 100 total yards in the 49ers' 49-26 win over the San Diego Chargers. His versatility complemented Steve Young's record-setting passing performance.
Larry Csonka became the first running back to win Super Bowl MVP honors during the Dolphins' 24-7 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. He dominated the game with 33 carries for 145 yards and two touchdowns. He led Miami to their second consecutive championship.
Thurman Thomas had a memorable performance in Super Bowl XXV, leading the Buffalo Bills in a close loss against the New York Giants. He rushed for 135 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries and caught five passes for 55 yards. Despite the 20-19 loss, Thomas's 190 total yards were a standout in Super Bowl history.
Emmitt Smith showcased his Hall of Fame talent in the Cowboys' 30-13 win over the Buffalo Bills. He rushed for 132 yards and two touchdowns on 30 carries, also adding four receptions for 26 yards. His performance helped the Cowboys win the Vince Lombardi trophy and earned him the Super Bowl MVP honor.
In a defensive battle against the Minnesota Vikings, Franco Harris emerged as the standout player, rushing 34 times for 158 yards and a touchdown. His performance was instrumental in the Steelers' 16-6 win, securing their first Super Bowl title.
Despite playing with a severe migraine that temporarily affected his vision, Terrell Davis put the Denver Broncos on his back in their 31-24 win over the Green Bay Packers. Davis rushed for 157 yards and three touchdowns, including the game-winning score in the fourth quarter. His performance helped John Elway clinch his first Super Bowl ring.
John Riggins powered the Redskins to a 27-17 victory over the Miami Dolphins, carrying the ball 38 times for 166 yards and a touchdown. His memorable 43-yard touchdown run on a fourth-and-1 play in the fourth quarter sealed the win and earned him MVP honors.
Marcus Allen delivered a record-breaking performance in the Raiders' 38-9 rout of the Washington Redskins. He rushed for 191 yards and two touchdowns on 20 carries, including a remarkable 74-yard touchdown run that remains one of the most iconic plays in Super Bowl history.
In a stunning breakout performance, rookie Timmy Smith rushed for a Super Bowl-record 204 yards and two touchdowns on 22 carries, guiding Washington to a 42-10 victory over the Denver Broncos. Smith's explosive runs, including a crucial 58-yard touchdown, was too much to handle for Denver's defense.
