Top 30 teams in NFL history

Top 30 NFL teams in history

PITTSBURGH, PA - DECEMBER 9: Quarterback Terry Bradshaw #12 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks to pass as snow falls during a game against the Baltimore Colts at Three Rivers Stadium on December 9, 1978 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Steelers defeated the Colts 35-13. (Photo by George Gojkovich/Getty Images) /

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PITTSBURGH, PA – JANUARY 7: Running back Franco Harris #32 of the Pittsburgh Steelers runs with the football as he is pursued by Ken Kennard #71, Mike Reinfeldt #37, Elvin Bethea #65 and Robert Brazile #52 of the Houston Oilers during the 1978 season AFC Championship playoff game at Three Rivers Stadium on January 7, 1979 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Steelers defeated the Oilers 34-5. (Photo by George Gojkovich/Getty Images) /

15. 1978 Pittsburgh Steelers

The Steelers in 1978 did exactly what they did throughout the decade- played excellent defense and paired it with a balanced offensive attack.

Pittsburgh scored the fifth most points in the NFL in 1978, totaling 356 points on the year. They finished eight in total offense. Terry Bradhsaw had one of the best seasons of his career that season, as well.

The Steelers defense was up to their old antics in 1978. They allowed the fewest points in the NFL, yielding just 195 points all season. The Steel Curtain was also third in terms of the fewest yards allowed in the league, allowing 4,168 yards all year. Pittsburgh’s defense only allowed 10 passing touchdowns throughout the season, the fewest in the league.

The Steelers allowed a total of 15 points in two playoff games prior to their Super Bowl matchup with the Cowboys. They beat the Broncos 33-10 and followed up with a 34-5 win in the AFC Championship Game over the Oilers. They defeated Dallas 35-31 for their third Super Bowl of the decade. Pittsburgh was nearing the end of their dominant run through the 1970s, but they continued to prove they were the best team in the NFL.

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