ESPN will televise the Super Bowl for the first time on Feb. 14, 2027, marking 100 days until Super Bowl LXI. To celebrate, the network is launching a countdown series featuring all-time Super Bowl lists, predictions, and unforgettable moments. Coverage includes rankings of the top 10 upsets, trick plays, rookie performances, and halftime shows, released every other Sunday until February. Analysts are also projecting future champions, identifying teams most invested in the 2026 season, and highlighting the best players without a ring. The countdown features stories on Super Bowl history in Los Angeles, legendary rosters, and Emmitt Smith’s record five rushing touchdowns.
The 2027 game returns to Southern California, echoing the market’s rich Super Bowl legacy. ESPN’s NFL Nation reporters have compiled 13-player rosters for all 23 teams with multiple Super Bowl appearances. Additional segments explore the greatest teams to fall short, using DVOA metrics, and revisit iconic moments like the 'Philly Special' and 'Ambush' trick plays. The network promises deep-dive features, historical retrospectives, and expert analysis leading up to the first-ever ESPN-broadcasted Super Bowl.
Source: ESPN NFL · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing