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Five teams to remember

Updated: January 25, 2001, 11:04 PM ET
By Bob Carter | Special to ESPN Classic

1. Chicago Bears, 1986 (XX): The Bears, led by a punishing defense, dominated in the regular season and in the playoffs. They outscored opponents 456-198 in a 15-1 season, tarnished only by a loss at Miami. Chicago shut out the Giants and the Rams in reaching the Super Bowl, then routed New England 46-10 for the title. Defensive Richard Dent was the game MVP, and the Bears limited the Patriots to seven yards rushing.

2. Miami Dolphins, 1973 (VII): The Dolphins became the only ...

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