Super Bowl II Victory (1968)
Packers dominate Raiders for second straight Super Bowl win.
The Green Bay Packers defeated the Oakland Raiders 33–14 in Super Bowl II, played on January 14, 1968, at the Orange Bowl in Miami, Florida.
Quick Facts
- Opponent
- Oakland Raiders
- Final score
- 33-14
- Location
- Orange Bowl, Miami, Florida
- Key defensive play
- Willie Wood's game-sealing interception that capped a dominant defensive performance
Lore & Background
The Packers won their third consecutive World Championship, the second three-peat in NFL history (the 1929–31 Green Bay Packers did it first), and remain the only franchise to accomplish such a feat. The 1965–67 Packers became the first and only team to win three consecutive championship games, as there were no NFL playoff games from 1920 to 1932. No NFL team has accomplished this feat since. Until the 49ers did it in 1989, this would remain the last time that an NFL/NFC won back-to-back Super Bowls.
Reader's Guide
The Packers advanced to their second straight AFL–NFL World Championship Game after posting a 9–4–1 regular season record, defeating the Los Angeles Rams 28–7 in the playoffs, and outlasting the Dallas Cowboys 21–17 in the NFL Championship Game (the Ice Bowl). The Raiders finished the regular season at 13–1 and defeated the Houston Oilers 40–7 in the AFL Championship Game.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who did Green Bay defeat in Super Bowl II?
The Packers crushed the Oakland Raiders to claim their second consecutive title on January 14, 1968. This victory took place at Miami's Orange Bowl and ended with a decisive score of 33–14.
Who won the MVP award in this game?
Quarterback Bart Starr was named the Most Valuable Player for his leadership on the field. His performance validated the team's dominance over both the NFL and AFL during that era.
Why is this considered Vince Lombardi's final victory?
This contest marked the last championship win for the legendary coach before he retired from the game. It served as an exclamation point on his reign with the core roster before their inevitable decline.
What was the final score of Super Bowl II?
Green Bay finished the game with a commanding 33–14 victory over their opponents. The high margin demonstrated that the Packers' system worked regardless of climate or conference supremacy.
Where was Super Bowl II played?
The match was held at the Orange Bowl stadium in Miami, Florida. This location presented unforgiving heat conditions that the team successfully navigated to secure the win.
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