Cooper Kupp orchestrated the Los Angeles Rams’ 23-20 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. He recorded 8 receptions for 92 yards and 2 touchdowns, including the game-winning score in the final minutes. Kupp’s chemistry with Matthew Stafford and clutch performance capped off an incredible season. He led the league in receptions, yards, and touchdowns.
In a defensive battle where touchdowns were scarce, Julian Edelman carried the New England Patriots’ offense in a 13-3 win over the Los Angeles Rams. He recorded 10 receptions for 141 yards, repeatedly moving the chains with crucial catches. He found soft spots in the Rams’ defense and was the most reliable target for Tom Brady.
Santonio Holmes held onto one of the most iconic catches in Super Bowl history to help the Pittsburgh Steelers defeat the Arizona Cardinals 27-23. Holmes finished with nine receptions for 131 yards and a touchdown, including the game-winning grab in the corner of the end zone with 35 seconds on the clock. His late-game heroics secured the Steelers' sixth championship and his place in Super Bowl history.
Hines Ward led the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 21-10 win over the Seattle Seahawks, making crucial plays throughout the game. He caught 5 passes for 123 yards and a touchdown, including a 43-yard touchdown pass from Antwaan Randle El on a trick play. Ward helped Pittsburgh secure their fifth Super Bowl title.
Deion Branch was unstoppable in the New England Patriots’ 24-21 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. He caught 11 passes for 133 yards, tying a Super Bowl record for most receptions at the time. His impeccable route running and clutch plays helped Tom Brady and the Patriots secure their third championship in four years.
Desmond Howard became the only special teams player to win Super Bowl MVP, thanks to his electrifying kick returns in the Packers' 35-21 win over the Patriots. He totaled 244 all-purpose yards, including a game-changing 99-yard kickoff return touchdown in the third quarter.
Jerry Rice delivered arguably the greatest Super Bowl performance ever by a wide receiver in the 49ers' 20-16 win over the Cincinnati Bengals. He set a Super Bowl record with 11 receptions for 215 yards and a touchdown. Rice’s receptions helped set up Joe Montana’s game-winning touchdown drive.
Fred Biletnikoff wasn’t the flashiest receiver, but his brilliant route-running helped the Raiders win their first Super Bowl with a 32-14 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. He finished with 4 receptions for 79 yards, and although he didn’t score, each of his catches set up a Raiders touchdown.
Lynn Swann became the first wide receiver to win Super Bowl MVP after an unforgettable performance in the Steelers' 21-17 victory over the Dallas Cowboys. Swann recorded 4 receptions for 161 yards and a touchdown, including a spectacular 64-yard catch that remains one of the most iconic plays in Super Bowl history.
