NFL: Longest passing touchdowns in the Super Bowl

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The longest passing touchdowns in Super Bowl history showcase some of the biggest momentum-shifting plays on football’s biggest stage. These throws didn’t just add points — they often changed the tone, pace, and psychological edge of the game in a single snap. From Hall of Fame quarterbacks to unexpected heroes, each long touchdown pass carries a story of timing, trust, and execution under maximum pressure.

Jake Delhomme​

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Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme (17) throws the ball as he is pressured by New England Patriots linebacker Willie McGinest (55) during Super Bowl XXXVIII at Reliant Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Panthers 32-29. Credit: MPS-USA TODAY Sports

• 85 yards (Super Bowl XXXVIII, 2003)
  Delhomme threw the longest touchdown pass in Super Bowl history during Carolina’s shootout against New England. The play showcased his calm pocket presence and willingness to push the ball vertically when it mattered most. Though the Panthers fell short, his performance turned the game into an offensive classic. That throw remains the signature moment of his postseason résumé.

Brett Favre​

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Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre (4) in action against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XXXI at the Superdome. The Packers defeated the Patriots 35-21. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

• 81 yards (Super Bowl XXXI, 1996)
  Favre’s 81-yard strike was vintage gunslinger football — decisive, aggressive, and perfectly timed. It helped swing momentum toward Green Bay in their championship win over the Patriots. Favre played that game with his trademark emotional energy and fearless arm talent. The play reinforced his reputation as one of the era’s most dangerous deep passers.

John Elway​

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Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway (7) in action against the Atlanta Falcons during Super Bowl XXXIII at Dolphin Stadium. The Broncos defeated the Falcons 34-19. Credit: RVR Photos-USA TODAY Sports

• 80 yards (Super Bowl XXXIII, 1998)
  Elway’s 80-yard touchdown pass came late in his career during his final Super Bowl run with Denver. Known more for mobility and toughness earlier in his career, this play highlighted how effective he remained as a downfield passer. It helped keep Denver firmly in control against Atlanta. The moment fit perfectly into his storybook career ending.

Doug Williams​

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Washington Redskins quarterback Doug Williams (17) looks to throw against the Denver Broncos during Super Bowl XXII at Jack Murphy Stadium. Washington defeated Denver 42-10. Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports

• 80 yards (Super Bowl XXII, 1987)
  Williams delivered one of the most explosive quarters in Super Bowl history, and this 80-yard touchdown was part of that legendary burst. He dissected Denver’s defense with precision and confidence. His performance earned him MVP honors and marked a historic milestone as the first Black quarterback to win a Super Bowl. The deep strike symbolized the sudden offensive avalanche Washington unleashed.

Jim Plunkett​

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Oakland Raiders quarterback Jim Plunkett (16) in action against the Philadelphia Eagles during Super Bowl XV at the Superdome. The Raiders defeated the Eagles 27-10. Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports

• 80 yards (Super Bowl XV, 1980)
  Plunkett’s 80-yard touchdown highlighted the Raiders’ vertical attack and his strong postseason poise. He thrived in high-leverage moments despite an up-and-down regular-season reputation earlier in his career. That throw helped establish early control of the game against Philadelphia. Plunkett’s playoff success ultimately defined his legacy more than his regular season numbers.

David Woodley​

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Miami Dolphins quarterback (16) David Woodley in action against the Washington Redskins during Super Bowl XVII at the Rose Bowl. The Redskins defeated the Dolphins 27-17. Credit: Photo By Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports © Copyright Manny Rubio

• 76 yards (Super Bowl XVII, 1982)
  Woodley’s 76-yard touchdown pass was one of Miami’s biggest offensive plays in that Super Bowl. He was known more as a game manager than a prolific passer, which made the explosive play stand out. Despite the highlight, Washington adjusted and limited Miami’s offense afterward. The play remains one of the longest scoring passes of that era’s championship games.

Terry Bradshaw​

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Terry Bradshaw #12 in action against the Dallas Cowboys during Super Bowl XIII at the Orange Bowl. Bradshaw was awarded the game’s MVP. Pittsburgh defeated Dallas 35-31 to earn their third Super Bowl Championship. Credit: Photo By Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports (c) Copyright 1979 Malcolm Emmons

• 75 yards (Super Bowl XIII, 1978)
  Bradshaw connected on a 75-yard touchdown that demonstrated Pittsburgh’s lethal deep-ball capability. He excelled at reading coverage and attacking vertically when defenses crowded the line. The throw fit the Steelers’ aggressive championship identity. Bradshaw’s clutch postseason arm helped define the dynasty.

Johnny Unitas​

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Baltimore Colts quarterback Johnny Unitas (19) against the Dallas Cowboys during Super Bowl V at the Orange Bowl. The Colts defeated the Cowboys 16-13. Credit: Manny Rubio-USA TODAY Sports

• 75 yards (Super Bowl V, 1970)
  Unitas engineered one of the earliest long touchdown strikes in Super Bowl history with this 75-yard play. Even late in his career, his field vision and timing were elite. He was the prototype modern quarterback — methodical, tough, and precise. The play added to his reputation as one of the foundational greats of the position.

Kurt Warner​

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Dick Vermeil and Kurt Warner celebrate the lone Super Bowl victory in Rams history, a 23-16 win over the Tennessee Titans in Super Bowl XXXIV. Credit: © Robert Deutsch / USA TODAY NETWORK

• 73 yards (Super Bowl XXXIV, 1999)
  Warner’s 73-yard touchdown embodied the explosiveness of the “Greatest Show on Turf.” His quick recognition and accurate deep delivery were central to St. Louis’s offensive dominance. The play stretched Tennessee’s defense and changed field position instantly. Warner’s rapid rise from obscurity to champion is one of the NFL’s most remarkable career arcs.

Terry Bradshaw​

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback (12) Terry Bradshaw hands off to (32) FRANCO HARRIS during Super Bowl XIV against the Los Angeles Rams at the Rose Bowl. Pittsburgh went on and defeated the Rams 31-19 and earn their fourth Super Bowl Championship and their second back to back Super Bowl victory. Credit: Tony Tomsic-USA TODAY NETWORK

• 73 yards (Super Bowl XIV, 1979)
  Bradshaw appears again with another long touchdown pass, underscoring how dangerous he was on the biggest stage. He consistently punished single coverage with confident deep throws. This strike helped keep Pittsburgh’s offense dynamic and unpredictable. Multiple long Super Bowl touchdowns cemented his big-game quarterback reputation.

Conclusion​

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Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre (4) throws in the pocket against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XXXI at the Superdome. The Packers defeated the Patriots 35-21. Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

Long touchdown passes in the Super Bowl are remembered because they combine skill with moment — elite execution when the stakes are highest. They highlight how one perfectly delivered deep ball can redefine a championship matchup. Decades later, these plays still stand as signature snapshots of quarterback confidence and offensive boldness on the sport’s grandest platform.

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