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Larry Csonka Celebrates Vikings Loss as 1972 Dolphins Remain Only Perfect Season Team

Larry Csonka Celebrates Vikings Loss as 1972 Dolphins Remain Only Perfect Season Team
World Sports · 21:27:14 - Wednesday, 4 November 2026

Former Miami Dolphins fullback Larry Csonka celebrated the Minnesota Vikings' loss on Sunday, which ensured that the 1972 Dolphins remain the only NFL team to complete a perfect season. The Vikings' defeat preserved the Dolphins' 17-0 record for another year.

Csonka, a Hall of Famer and key member of the 1972 championship team, has traditionally marked the occasion when the last undefeated team falls. The Vikings entered the game with a chance to match the historic feat but fell short.

The 1972 Dolphins' perfect season stands as one of the most enduring records in professional sports. With the Vikings' loss, the Dolphins' unique distinction continues.

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