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Super Bowl XL
Bill Cowher wins his first Super Bowl in 14 seasons as coach. (Jeff Haynes -- Getty)
The Steelers complete their improbable postseason ride and claim their first Lombardi Trophy since 1980.
• Parker Carries Load for Steelers
• Bettis Announces His Retirement
• Steelers' Creativity Paves Way
• Bettis Announces His Retirement
• Steelers' Creativity Paves Way
Michael Wilbon
The often sloppy and dull Super Bowl is a fitting end to an NFL season that was unspectacular.
 FROM THE POST The Steelers win their fifth championship and first since 1980, 21-10, over the Seahawks on Sunday. Pittsburgh goes into Detroit's Ford Field and ties Dallas and San Francisco for the most Super Bowl victories. Michael Wilbon: Steelers deserve credit but game does not match hype. Tony Kornheiser What were the best and worst commercials? The Steelers' Jerome Bettis announces his retirement after Super Bowl XL. Several big offensive plays help the Steelers jump on the Seahawks. There was plenty of blame to go around in the Seattle locker room.  Play of the Game: Antwaan Randle El finds MVP Hines Ward for a 43-yard touchdown with 8:56 left in the game. Notebook: Holmgren finds XL a super 'disappointment'. Norman Chad: Dealing with ex-wives on Super Bowl Sunday not easy. Tom Shales: Sex and violence fills many of the commercials. On Our Site Photos: The Steelers send Jerome Bettis off a champion in his home city of Detroit. AudioJerome Bettis bids farewell after the victory. Super Bowl XL MVP Hines Ward puts the game in perspective. Steelers coach Bill Cowher credits his players. Matt Hasselbeck discusses Seattle's missed opportunities. Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren remains proud of his team. From the APWillie Parker of Pittsburgh and Kelly Herndon of Seattle set Super Bowl records for long plays in the third quarter. Ben Roethlisberger threw twice as many interceptions as he did in the rest of the playoffs but leaves a winner. Raucous and jubilant Steelers fans pour out onto Pittsburgh streets. Seahawks miss out on plenty of opportunities. Seattle's Shaun Alexander had 95 yards rushing but fails to score any touchdowns. Two sexually explicit lyrics were excised from the Rolling Stones' performance Sunday at halftime. Cartoonish violence ruled the day at the annual knockdown competition among Super Bowl advertisers. Super Bowl History Super Bowl XXXIX: New England beats Philadelphia for its third title in four years. Thirty-nine games. Some good, some clunkers. Look back at an event that has grown into the largest one-day spectacles in sports. BasicsNFL InsiderThe Post's Mark Maske on all things NFL -- only on washingtonpost.com. NFL Basics |
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Notebook: Holmgren Finds XL a Super 'Disappointment' (Post, February 6, 2006)
Seattle Didn't Catch On: TE Stevens Has A Rough Night (Post, February 6, 2006)
Coming for the Ads, Staying for the Game: Experts Sizing Up Spots in Md. Favor FedEx Pitch (Post, February 6, 2006)
Creativity Rules Day: Scramble, Pass By QB Sets Up Key First Score (Post, February 6, 2006)
During Timeouts, A Physical Super Bowl (By Tom Shales, February 6, 2006)
The Starting Lineup (Post, February 6, 2006)
Tough Call (By Michael Wilbon, February 5, 2006)
Beer Heaven (Post, February 5, 2006)
NOTEBOOK: Teams Are Healthy (Post, February 5, 2006)
Part of the Game (By Michael Wilbon, February 4, 2006)
Two Coaches, One Goal: Both Coaches Are Familiar With Super Bowls, but Only Holmgren Has Won It All (Post, February 4, 2006)
Notebook: Parker Progresses (Post, February 4, 2006)
Quarterbacks Hold Key (Post, February 5, 2006)
Better to Receive (Post, February 3, 2006)
Ballhawk in Seattle: Rookie Tatupu Has Solidified Defense With Leadership, Stellar Play (Post, February 3, 2006)
Notebook: Porter Keeps Talking (Post, February 3, 2006)
Holding the Line: Offensive Linemen Are Seattle's Unsung Heroes (Post, February 2, 2006)
Everybody's in a Rush: Steelers' Blitzes Make Protecting the Quarterback a Problem (Post, February 1, 2006)
Enjoying the Ride: In His Eighth Season, Seahawks QB Is Finally Wrinkle Free (Post, February 1, 2006)
Detroit's Big Party: In Windsor, Temptation Waits for Players, Fans (Post, February 4, 2006)
A Super Bowl Timeout For the Homeless (Post, February 4, 2006)
More Than a Game (By Michael Wilbon, February 3, 2006)
Rhodes Scales Back (By Michael Wilbon, February 2, 2006)
Notebook: Foote Matures (Post, February 2, 2006)
Notebook: Whisenhunt Focused (Post, February 1, 2006)
Seattle's Old Man: Veteran Fullback Strong, Along With His Team, Is Earning Recognition (Post, January 31, 2006)
Worth Weight in Gold: Over a 13-Year Career, Bettis Has Been a Durable Back (Post, January 31, 2006)
Suddenly Charm City (Post, January 31, 2006)
Waiting to 'XL': A Strange Day (Post, February 1, 2006)
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