Giants overpower Broncos to win Super Bowl XXI
The New York Giants dominated the second half to defeat the Denver Broncos 39-20 at the Rose Bowl. Elway led Denver with a 304 passing yards and a rushing score but could not overcome a shutout in the final two quarters as Phil Simms and a balanced Giants attack secured the title. Parcells’ Giants celebrate a decisive victory, while Reeves’ Broncos face a harsh postgame assessment.
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Super Bowl quotebook from Pasadena quotes Giants and Broncos
Quotes from Sundays Super Bowl in Pasadena capture reactions from Giants and Broncos players and coaches. Carl Banks and Phil Simms praise performance while Bill Parcells defends strategy. Rulon Jones and Tom Jackson analyze adjustments, and Wellington Mara and Rich Karlis comment on momentum and overtime play.
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Karlis recalls Super Bowl heartbreak after key misses
Denver Broncos kicker Rich Karlis, coming off a 33-yard overtime winner to reach the Super Bowl, missed field goals of 23 and 34 yards in the first half as New York Giants rallied to a 39-20 win. Giants coach Bill Parcells praised his defense while Broncos coach Dan Reeves lamented missed opportunities.
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Denver chief says replay call costly in Super Bowl
Broncos tight end Clarence Kay argued the second quarter catch should have been ruled complete, potentially changing momentum. Referee supervisor Art McNally reviewed the play and deemed video inconclusive, leaving the on-field ruling intact as the Giants safety trimmed Denver’s lead.
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Unclear football drive by Elway and Simms leads to NY victory
A chaotic scoring sequence details Elway and Simms drives with multiple receptions and penalties. New York links a series of drives, including Bavaro and Rowson connections, to build a 26 16 lead over Denver by late third.
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