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Two Georgia Bulldogs named among best players in Super Bowl history

Former Georgia Bulldog Hines Ward snubbed from the list of greatest Super Bowl players of all-time

Former Georgia Bulldogs running back Terrell Davis and defensive back Jake Scott are ranked among the best all-time players in Super Bowl history. Nate Davis of USA TODAY writes that Davis is the No. 9 player in Super Bowl history.

In what was arguably the greatest Super Bowl effort by a tailback, he ran for 157 yards and a record-tying three TDs – while combating a migraine – on his way to Super Bowl 32 MVP honors as the Denver Broncos won their first title.

The former Georgia star played with the Bulldogs from 1992-1994. Terrell Davis won two Super Bowls. He followed up his outstanding performance in Super Bowl 32 with another gem in Super Bowl 33.

Davis added 102 rushing yards and 50 more receiving when Denver repeated the next year.

Terrell Davis is the second-ranked running back on the list behind Dallas Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith.

Former Miami Dolphins star defensive back Jake Scott was named as the No. 30 all-time player in Super Bowl history. Scott won a pair of Super Bowls. He was named MVP of the 1972 Miami Dolphins, who are the only undefeated team to ever win the Super Bowl.

His pair of interceptions, including the game-clincher, put a bow on the Dolphins’ perfect season and brought him Super Bowl 7’s MVP. Scott got another ring the following year, recovering a pair of Minnesota Vikings fumbles. He also handled kickoff and punt returns for Miami.

Scott finished his NFL career with 49 career interceptions.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward should be on the list of the greatest Super Bowl performers. Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY

The list snubs former Georgia Bulldogs Hines Ward, who was named as the MVP of Super Bowl 40. Ward played in three Super Bowls in his career, winning two. The former Pittsburgh Steelers legend racked up 14 catches for 244 total yards and two touchdowns in his three career Super Bowl games. Ward is part of Georgia’s current 23-year streak of having at least one former Bulldog in the Super Bowl.

Commanders season opener in 13 days: Washington’s best No. 13

13 days until the Commanders open the 2023 NFL season.

Commanders Wire continues a countdown to Washington’s season opener for 2023 in 13 days. Who was the team’s best player wearing No. 13?

When Washington fans think jersey No. 13, what names come to mind? Most recently, Adam Humphries was a wide receiver in 2021 who collected 41 receptions in his lone season in Washington.

Kelvin Harmon in 2019 had 30 receptions, but then he tore his ACL and LCL and never played another regular season game in the NFL.

Some will recall Maurice Harris a receiver for Washington for three seasons (2016-18). His size (6-3, 205) was an asset, as well as his jumping ability. He collected 40 receptions in his three Washington seasons.

Fewer will think of Derrius Thompson because he actually wore three jerseys with Washington (84, 13 and 88) in his four Washington seasons. From 1999-2002, Thompson caught 56 passes, including 5 touchdowns.

Very few will recall that an older NFL veteran quarterback Frank Ryan after 11 NFL seasons, came to Washington via Vince Lombardi to back up Sonny Jurgensen. It was the last two seasons that Jurgensen was healthy enough to play every game in 1969 and 1970. Thus, Ryan rarely saw the field.

More will recall speedy wide receiver Anthony Armstrong (2010-11), who caught 51 passes for 974 yards for a memorable 19.1 yards per reception and 5 touchdowns.

No doubt current Commanders fans are hoping 2023 rookie Emmanuel Forbes will be the best No. 13 in Washington history. But that is the future and will begin being written in 13 days when the Commanders host the Cardinals to open the 2023 season.

Jake Scott, a safety, had been a stud for Miami four consecutive seasons, being All-Pro 1st or 2nd team 1972-75. Scott was 30 years old, and George Allen wanted him, so he traded for Scott, who would then play his final three seasons with Washington in 1976-78. Perhaps Allen could not forget that it was Scott who intercepted two passes in Super Bowl VII against Washington and was voted the MVP of the game.

Scott, at free safety, teamed with Ken Houston (strong safety) to have the most experienced safety duo in the NFL. Scott played his last three seasons at ages 31, 32 and 33. Though never again an All-Pro, Scott certainly produced for Washington, intercepting 4, 3, and 7 passes and recovering 6 fumbles in those three Redskins seasons.

 

 

Former Dolphins Super Bowl MVP Jake Scott passes away

Former Dolphins Super Bowl MVP Jake Scott passes away

The Miami Dolphins have seen the last of the number 13 on the football field in aqua and orange thanks in large part to Dan Marino’s brilliant career in South Florida. But Dan Marino wasn’t the only No. 13 to take the field for the Dolphins — he just so happened to be the last one. Another Miami Dolphins legend sported the number during Miami’s dynasty of the early 1970s; safety Jake Scott. Scott, who won the ‘Most Valuable Player’ award for the Dolphins’ win in Super Bowl VII to seal the team’s 17-0 undefeated season, was a great player in his own right. He recorded two interceptions in that 14-7 win over Washington to secure the Dolphins’ first Lombardi Trophy — and played six total seasons win the Dolphins before finishing his career in Washington.

Scott passed away on Thursday age the age of 75 after a reported fall down a flight of stairs left him in a coma.

The Dolphins released a statement Thursday afternoon after the news broke of Scott’s passing:

“We are saddened to learn of the passing of Jake Scott. Jake made an impact from the day he joined the Dolphins in 1970, going on to ear five Pro Bowl selections, a place on  the Dolphins Honor Roll and was the MVP of Super Bowl VII, capping off the only perfect season in NFL history. Our all-time leader in interceptions, he teamed with Dick Anderson to form one of the top safety duos in NFL history. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. He will always have a place in our hearts and memories.”

Scott becomes the latest member of those legendary Dolphins teams of the 1970s to pass — Hall of Fame coach Don Shula passed away this spring at the age of 90.

 

Super Bowl VII MVP, member of perfect Miami Dolphins, Jake Scott dies at 75

Great Miami Dolphins DB Jake Scott has died at 75

Jake Scott, one of the mainstays of the No-Name Defense that led the Miami Dolphins to the NFL’s only perfect season has died at the age of 75.

Scott’s former teammate and fellow defensive back Dick Anderson told the Miami Herald that Scott had fallen and hurt his head, leading to his hospitalization in Atlanta and ultimately his death. The University of Georgia, where Scott played college football, also confirmed the death.

Scott was a seventh-round draft pick in 1970. He went on to play for Miami for six seasons before joining Washington for the final three seasons of his career. He had begun his professional career in 1969 as a flanker and kick returner with the BC Lions of the CFL.

With the Dolphins, he was named to the Pro Bowl five times and was an All-Pro two times. He recorded 49 interceptions in 126 career games between the Dolphins and the Redskins. He was a part of the 1972 undefeated Dolphins team and the 1973 team. Both teams won the Super Bowl.

Scott avoided the spotlight after his career and took being away from it to another level. Check out this amazing story by Dave Hyde, here.

Scott is the latest member of the 1972 Dolphins team to die this year. Legendary coach Don Shula passed away in May, Kiick died in June. Last year, Bob Kuechenberg, Nick Buoniconti, and Matt Langer all died.

Another Dolphins great of another generation offered condolences.

Report: Georgia legend Jake Scott dies at 75

Per a report, former Georgia football legend Jake Scott has died at 75.

Per  Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, Georgia legend Jake Scott has passed away at the age of 75.

According to Jackson, Scott “had fallen and injured his head and had been hospitalized for a week in Atlanta.”

A college football hall of famer and a Super Bowl MVP, Scott was a standout at UGA during the late 1960s, leading the team in interceptions during both the 1967 and 1968 seasons.

Despite only playing two seasons, Scott’s imprint on Georgia football has lasted for generations now. A homegrown Athens kid, Scott collected 16 interceptions in those two seasons which remains the school record (tied).

Before winning the Super Bowl VII MVP award, Scott won a number of collegiate honors including SEC Player of the Year as a junior. Legendary UGA coach Vince Dooley has coached a number of legendary players (including Herschel), but when asked who the most gifted athlete of them all was, his answer was none other than Scott.