Nowadays, 1979 Pro Bowl has become a topic of great relevance in our society. Whether due to its impact on people's daily lives, its influence in the economic, political or social sphere, or its relevance in the historical context, 1979 Pro Bowl has captured the attention and interest of millions of people around the world. In this article, we will explore the different aspects related to 1979 Pro Bowl, from its origins to its current evolution, including its impact on different areas of human life. Furthermore, we will analyze the future prospects of 1979 Pro Bowl and the possible implications it has for the future of society.
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| Date | January 29, 1979 | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Stadium | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, California | ||||||||||||||||||
| MVP | Ahmad Rashad (Minnesota Vikings) | ||||||||||||||||||
| Referee | Jerry Markbreit | ||||||||||||||||||
| Attendance | 38,333 | ||||||||||||||||||
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| Network | ABC | ||||||||||||||||||
| Announcers | Frank Gifford, Howard Cosell and Don Meredith | ||||||||||||||||||
The 1979 Pro Bowl was the NFL's 29th annual all-star game which featured the outstanding performers from the 1978 season. The game was played on Monday, January 29, 1979, at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum in Los Angeles, California before a crowd of 38,333.[1] The final score was NFC 13, AFC 7.[2]
Chuck Fairbanks of the New England Patriots lead the AFC team against an NFC team coached by Minnesota Vikings head coach Bud Grant.[2] The referee was Jerry Markbreit in his second year as a referee.[2]
Ahmad Rashad of the Minnesota Vikings was named the game's Most Valuable Player.[1] Players on the winning NFC team received $5,000 apiece while the AFC participants each took home $2,500.[3]
As of 2019, this was the last Pro Bowl to be played on a Monday, and the last one to be played in Los Angeles. It was the last one to be played outside Hawaii until the 2010 Pro Bowl which was in Miami Gardens, Florida.
This was also the first Pro Bowl to have players sport their respective team helmets, a custom that still stands today.
| 1979 AFC Pro Bowl roster | ||||||
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Quarterbacks
Running backs
Wide receivers
Tight ends
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Offensive linemen
Defensive linemen
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Linebackers
Defensive backs
Special teams
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| 1979 NFC Pro Bowl roster | ||||||
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Quarterbacks
Running backs
Wide receivers
Tight ends
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Offensive linemen
Defensive linemen
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Linebackers
Defensive backs
Special teams
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Rookies in Italics