New Orleans -- No more doubts. No disrespect. The New England Patriots are Champions of the World.In one of the most exciting Super Bowl finishes ever, Adam Vinatieri booted home a 48-yard field goal with no time left on the clock to give his team of no-name warriors a 20-17 Super Bowl win, putting the final touches on the most amazing season in New England sports history.
2/3/02 Super Bowl Recap: New England 20, St. Louis 17
Adam Vinatieri's 48-yard field goal as time expired gave the New England Patriots their first Super Bowl title. The Rams outgained the Patriots 427-267 in total yards, but the Patriots forced three turnovers, which resulted in 17 points, while committing no turnovers.
Surprise surprise! It's the Rams and the Patriots in the Super Bowl. Well, there's one surprise. The preseason prognosticators hit this nail on the head when they predicted St. Louis to represent the NFC in the fight for the Vince Lombardi Trophy.