The New England Patriots defense played an outstanding Super Bowl from start to finish. Whether it is shutting down the Los Angeles Rams’ running game, putting tremendous pressure on their quarterback and pass catchers, forcing eight straight L.A. punts, or simply keeping one of the most prolific offenses in NFL history to a mere three points — the unit did it all while delivering a performance for the ages.
One of the biggest plays of the day for Brian Flores’ group came in the fourth quarter: after the Patriots went up 10-3 on the game’s first (and only) touchdown, the Rams were able to drive the football down the field and found themselves at the New England 27-yard line in just five plays.