The Biggest Score Difference in NFL History
Jeff Pegues
The National Football League (NFL) is one of the most popular sports leagues in the world, and games are often decided by a single score. However, there have been a few occasions when one team has completely dominated another, resulting in a blowout.
The biggest score difference in NFL history occurred on December 8, 1940, when the Chicago Bears defeated the Washington Redskins 73-0. The Bears scored 35 points in the first quarter alone, and they never looked back. The Redskins were held to just 120 total yards of offense, and they committed 14 turnovers.
The Bears' 73-0 victory over the Redskins is still the biggest margin of victory in NFL history. However, there have been a few other games that have come close.
In 1967, the Oakland Raiders defeated the Denver Broncos 51-0. The Raiders scored 35 points in the first half, and they never looked back. The Broncos were held to just 104 total yards of offense.
In 1999, the Jacksonville Jaguars defeated the Miami Dolphins 62-7. The Jaguars scored 35 points in the first half, and they never looked back. The Dolphins were held to just 209 total yards of offense.
These are just a few of the biggest blowouts in NFL history. While these games may not have been the most exciting to watch, they are certainly memorable.
Other Notable Blowouts
In addition to the games mentioned above, there have been a number of other notable blowouts in NFL history. Here are a few examples:
- 1961: Houston Oilers 55, Oakland Raiders 0
- 1976: Los Angeles Rams 59, Atlanta Falcons 0
- 1991: Buffalo Bills 51, Miami Dolphins 3
- 1995: San Francisco 49ers 55, New York Giants 10
- 2000: Dallas Cowboys 52, Philadelphia Eagles 17
These games are all examples of how one team can completely dominate another. While they may not have been the most exciting games to watch, they are certainly memorable.
Why Do Blowouts Happen?
There are a number of reasons why blowouts happen in the NFL. Some of the most common reasons include:
- One team is simply better than the other. This is often the case when a team is playing a much weaker opponent.
- One team has a bad day. This can happen to any team, regardless of how good they are.
- One team is playing with a lot of emotion. This can sometimes lead to a team playing over their heads and running away with the game.
- One team makes a lot of mistakes. This can give the other team easy scoring opportunities and lead to a blowout.
Conclusion
Blowouts are a part of the NFL, and they will always happen from time to time. However, the biggest blowouts in NFL history are certainly memorable. These games are a testament to the dominance of one team and the weakness of the other.
