The trophy received its official name ahead of Super Bowl V in 1971.
It was named for legendary coach Vince Lombardi, who led the Green Bay Packers to victory in the first two Super Bowls.
He died in September 1970.
Vince Lombardi.
AP Photo/Charles KnoblockSource: NFL
Persons:
Vince Lombardi, Charles Knoblock
Organizations:
V, Green Bay Packers, AP, NFL