Welcome to the ultimate celebration of all things Super Bowl! Whether you're a die-hard football fan, a halftime show aficionado, a commercial critic, or just here for the delicious game-day snacks, this post has got you covered.
Today, we're diving into the heart of America's most beloved sporting event, exploring the top 10 lists that define the Super Bowl experience. From unforgettable halftime performances and edge-of-your-seat games to iconic commercials and mouth-watering foods, we're reliving the moments that have made the Super Bowl much more than just a game.
So grab your favorite jersey, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a journey through the Top 10 Halftime Shows, Most Viewed Super Bowl Games, Winning Teams, Commercials, and, of course, the essential Super Bowl Foods — so you’ll be prepared for Super Bowl Sunday!
The Top 10 Half-Time Shows
Of course, everyone has their own favorites, so we took the liberty of sharing Billboard’s list of favorite half-time shows. Just click on the name of the artist to watch the performance on YouTube.
10 - Michael Jackson (1993)
Super Bowl XXVII on January 31, 1993 at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California between the Dallas Cowboys and the Buffalo Bills.
9 - Paul McCartney (2005)
Super Bowl XXXIX at Alltel Stadium on February 6, 2005 in Jacksonville, Florida between the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles
8 - Lady Gaga (2017)
Super Bowl LI Halftime Show at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas between the New England Patriots and the Atlanta Falcons.
7 - The Rolling Stones (2006)
Super Bowl XL between the Seattle Seahawks and the Pittsburgh Steelers at Ford Field on February 5, 2006 in Detroit, Michigan.
6 - Beyoncé (2013)
Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on February 3, 2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana between the Baltimore Ravens and the San Francisco 49ers.
5 - Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band (2009)
Super Bowl XLIII between the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers on February 1, 2009 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida.
4 - Madonna (2012)
Super Bowl XLVI on February 5, 2012 in Indianapolis, Indiana between the New England Patriots and the New York Giants
3 - Dr. Dre & Friends (2022)
Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California between the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals. This was the first Super Bowl halftime show ever to win a top program Emmy — outstanding variety special (live).
2 - U2 (2002)
Super Bowl XXXVI February 3, 2002 at the Superdome in New Orleans, LA between the New England Patriots and the St. Louis Rams.
1 - Prince (2007)
Super Bowl XLI between the Indianapolis Colts and the Chicago Bears on February 4, 2007 at Dolphin Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Top 10 Most-Viewed Games
10. Super Bowl XLIV, February 7, 2010, FOX, 106,476,000 - New Orleans 31, Indianapolis 17
9. Super Bowl XLVII, February 3, 2013, CBS, 108,693,000 - Baltimore 34, San Francisco 31
8. Super Bowl XLV, February 6, 2011, FOX, 111,041,000 - Green Bay 31, Pittsburgh 25
7. Super Bowl LI, February 5, 2017, FOX, 111,319,000 - New England, 34, Atlanta 28
6. Super Bowl XLVI, February 5, 2012, NBC, 111,346,000 - New York Giants 21, New England 17
5. Super Bowl 50, February 7, 2016, CBS, 111,864,000 - Denver 24, Carolina 10
4. Super Bowl XLVIII, February 2, 2014, FOX, 112,752,000 - Seattle 43, Denver 8
3. Super Bowl LVII, February 12, 2023, FOX, 113,055,000 - Kansas City 38, Philadelphia 35
2. Super Bowl XLIX, February 1, 2015, NBC, 114,442,000 - New England 28, Seattle 24
1. Super Bowl LVII, February 12, 2023, FOX, 115,100,000 - Kansas City 38, Philadelphia 35
The Top Winning Teams in the SUper Bowl
15 franchises have multiple Super Bowl wins, while 12 teams have not won a Super Bowl. Let’s take a look.
Teams with 2 Super Bowl wins each:
Baltimore Ravens (2) - in 2000 and 2012
Indianapolis Colts (2) - in 1971 and 2007
Los Angeles Rams (2) - in 2000 and 2022
Miami Dolphins (2) - in 1973 and 1974
Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2) - in 2003 and 2021
Teams with 3 Super Bowl wins each:
Denver Broncos (3) - in 1997, 1998 and 2015
Kansas City Chiefs (3) - in 1970, 2020 and 2023
Las Vegas Raiders (3) - in 1977, 1981 and 1984
Washington Commanders (3) in 1982, 1987 and 1991
Teams with 4 Super Bowl wins each:
Green Bay Packers (4) in 1966, 1967, 1996 and 2010
New York Giants (4) - in 1987, 1991, 2008 and 2012
Teams with 5 Super Bowl wins each:
Dallas Cowboys (5) - in 1972, 1978, 1993, 1994 and 1996
San Francisco 49ers (5) - in 1981, 1984, 1988, 1989 and 1994
Teams with 6 Super Bowl wins each:
Pittsburgh Steelers (6) - in 1975, 1976, 1979, 1980, 2006 and 2009
New England Patriots (6) - in 2002, 2004, 2005, 2015, 2017 and 2019
Top 10 Super Bowl Commercials
Once again, we realize everyone has their favorites… But we found this list of Top 10 Super Bowl Commercials and thought we’d share it. Click on the name of the video to watch the commercial on YouTube.
10. Budweiser – Puppy Love (2014)
Tugging at the heartstrings of animal lovers everywhere, Budweiser’s 2014 Super Bowl ad tells the heartwarming story of an unlikely friendship between a puppy and a horse. Accompanied by Passenger’s dulcet tones, the memorable ad takes you on an emotive journey – with the happiest of endings.
Introducing the ad that inspired Space Jam! In 1993, Bugs Bunny and Michael Jordan teamed up for the first time in this part-live-action, part-animated commercial. The beloved Looney Tunes character joins forces with the Chicago Bulls star to defeat a group of antagonistic players – while sporting the new Nike Air Jordans, of course!
8. Tide – It’s A Tide Ad (2018)
Tide’s clever 2018 Super Bowl ad stars Stranger Things actor David Harbour, who hilariously points out that every ad is technically a Tide ad. Perfume ads, jewelry ads, alcohol ads – if they feature stain-free clothes, they must be advertising the brand’s detergent, right?! This one gets my vote as the funniest Super Bowl ad of all time.
7. Coca Cola – Hey Kid, Catch (1980)
Coca Cola’s 1980 Super Bowl ad – “Hey Kid, Catch” – is an all-time classic. Pittsburgh Steelers’ defensive tackle “Mean” Joe Greene, who earned his nickname because of his intimidating style of play, shows his soft side when a starstruck young fan timidly offers him his bottle of Coca Cola after a tough time on the pitch. The heartwarming ad has spawned a whole host of parodies, everywhere from The Simpsons to political campaigns!
6. Pepsi – Cindy Crawford (1992)
In 1992, Pepsi harnessed the power of supermodel Cindy Crawford, a red Lamborghini, and a pair of daisy dukes to draw attention to their new can design. The ad proved so popular and so iconic that the soda brand recreated it nearly 30 years later for their 2018 Super Bowl commercial – and even included Cindy’s son!
5. Wendy’s – Where’s The Beef (1984)
Wendy’s is renowned for its savage tweets, but the brand has been roasting its rivals since long before the days of social media. The fast-food giant’s popular 1984 Super Bowl ad was the birthplace of the phrase “Where’s the beef?”, which instantly became a national catchphrase and is still used today to refer to something without any substance.
This inspirational ad from Always (which was part of a larger-scale campaign) was praised far and wide for changing the conversation about what it means to run, fight, and throw “like a girl”. The Super Bowl ad was created in response to consumer research that showed that girls experience a significant drop in self-confidence when they hit puberty.
3. Amazon – Alexa Loses Her Voice (2018)
Another of the best Super Bowl commercials of all time is this celeb-packed ad from Amazon. When Alexa loses her voice, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is reassured that replacements are ready to step in. But the likes of Gordon Ramsay, Rebel Wilson, Cardi-B, and Anthony Hopkins all try and hilariously fail to answer the simple questions asked by users.
2. Snickers – Betty White (2010)
Featuring comedy legend Betty White as a hangry football player, the 2010 Super Bowl ad from Snickers coined the iconic phrase “you’re not you when you’re hungry”. That phrase, which we all know and love (and relate to), has stood the test of time and remains synonymous with the chocolate brand more than a decade later!
Directed by Hollywood royalty Ridley Scott and inspired by George Orwell’s dystopian novel, this eerie yet effective commercial introduced Apple’s new Macintosh computer for the very first time. This Super Bowl commercial only aired nationally once – during the third quarter of the 1984 game – but it marked the beginning of a new era and has gone down in history as one of the best Super Bowl ads ever made.
Top 10 Super Bowl Snacks
No Super Bowl party would be complete without all those delicious snacks! So, here are the top 10 food recipes for your party.
Spinach Artichoke Dip
Ingredients: Spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Instructions: Mix cooked spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, cream cheese, sour cream, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Bake until bubbly and golden.
Pigs in a Blanket
Ingredients: Mini sausages or hot dogs and crescent roll dough.
Instructions: Wrap each sausage with a piece of crescent roll dough. Bake until the dough is golden brown.
Nachos
Ingredients: Tortilla chips, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, black beans, salsa, sour cream, guacamole, and optional meat.
Instructions: Layer chips with cheese, beans, and optional cooked meat. Bake until cheese melts. Top with sliced jalapeños, salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.
Hummus
Ingredients: Chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin, salt, and paprika.
Instructions: Blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, cumin, and salt until smooth. Garnish with paprika.
Buffalo Wings
Ingredients: Chicken wings, hot sauce, butter, garlic powder, and blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Instructions: Bake wings until crispy. Mix hot sauce, melted butter, and garlic powder. Toss wings in the sauce. Serve with blue cheese dressing.
Chili
Ingredients: Ground beef or turkey, kidney beans, tomatoes, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and optional toppings like cheese and sour cream.
Instructions: Cook meat with chopped onions and minced garlic. Add beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for an hour.
Tater Tots
Ingredients: Potatoes, flour, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and oil for frying.
Instructions: Grate potatoes, mix with flour, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Form into small cylinders and fry in hot oil until golden.
Chips and Salsa
Ingredients: For the salsa - tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Instructions: Finely chop tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Mix with lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Serve with tortilla chips.
Guacamole
Ingredients: Avocados, lime juice, onion, garlic, jalapeño, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Instructions: Mash ripe avocados and mix with lime juice, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, diced jalapeño, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper.
Meatballs
Ingredients: Ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, olive oil, and your favorite marinara sauce.
Instructions: Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Form into small balls. Fry in olive oil until browned, then simmer in marinara sauce.
And there you have it – a comprehensive tour through the very best that the Super Bowl has to offer. From the sizzling performances that lit up halftime stages to the commercials that became a part of our cultural lexicon; from the legendary teams whose victories are etched in history, to the nail-biting games that kept us on the edge of our seats; and, finally, to the delightful array of foods that make any Super Bowl party a hit – we've covered it all.
The Super Bowl isn't just a game; it's a yearly spectacle that combines sports, entertainment, food, and advertising into an unforgettable experience. We hope this post has whet your appetite and sparked excitement for next weekends game!
