When and where was Super Bowl IV awarded to New Orleans?
The NFL awarded Super Bowl IV to New Orleans on the 19th of March 1969 during owners' meetings held in Palm Springs, California. Two cities competed for the honor: Miami and New Orleans.
Questions about Super Bowl IV
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What record did the Minnesota Vikings finish with in the 1969 season before Super Bowl IV?
Minnesota Vikings finished with a 12, 2 record in the 1969 season. Their defense allowed only 133 points all year long and earned the nickname Purple People Eaters.
How many people watched the CBS broadcast of Super Bowl IV in the United States?
Forty-four point two seven million people watched the broadcast in the United States. The rating reached 39.4 with a market share of 69 percent.
Why did Kansas City Chiefs enter the playoffs as a wild card team in Super Bowl IV?
Critics called their playoff berth a back-door entry since they finished second in the division. They defeated New York Jets 13, 6 on the 16th of November 1969 and took down Oakland 17, 7 in the final AFL title game.
Who convinced Hank Stram to wear a hidden microphone during Super Bowl IV?
Ed Sabol of NFL Films convinced Hank Stram to wear a hidden microphone the night before the game. Sound man Jack Newman concealed the device on Stram's uniform.