As the 59th edition of the Super Bowl approaches, the Kansas City Chiefs are looking to capture their fifth Lombardi Trophy, which would tie them with the San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys, each having five titles.
Here’s a look at the NFL teams with the most Super Bowl victories and their remarkable legacies.
New England Patriots – 6 Super Bowls (XXXVI, XXXVIII, XXXIX, XLIX, LI, LIII)
The New England Patriots were one of the most dominant teams in NFL history, securing six Super Bowl victories between 2002 and 2019. These victories came against the St. Louis Rams, Carolina Panthers, Philadelphia Eagles, Seattle Seahawks, Atlanta Falcons, and Los Angeles Rams. Their iconic comeback in Super Bowl LI, when they overcame a 25point deficit to defeat the Atlanta Falcons, is considered one of the greatest feats in Super Bowl history. This dynasty, led by Tom Brady and Bill Belichick, has left a lasting legacy.
Pittsburgh Steelers – 6 Super Bowls (IX, X, XIII, XIV, XL, XLIII)
The Pittsburgh Steelers have also won six Super Bowls, with titles coming in 1974, 1975, 1978, 1979, 2005, and 2009. Their Super Bowl victories came against the Minnesota Vikings, Dallas Cowboys (twice), Los Angeles Rams, Seattle Seahawks, and Arizona Cardinals. Pittsburgh's first title came in 1975 with a 166 win over the Vikings, where Franco Harris was named MVP. Their most recent Super Bowl win was in 2009, when they defeated the Arizona Cardinals 2723, with Santonio Holmes earning MVP honors. The Steelers' success spans different decades, securing championships in the 1970s, 1980s, and 2000s.
San Francisco 49ers – 5 Super Bowls (XVI, XIX, XXIII, XXIV, XXIX)
The San Francisco 49ers have claimed five Super Bowl titles, all occurring between 1982 and 1995. Their victories came against the Cincinnati Bengals (twice), Miami Dolphins, Denver Broncos, and San Diego Chargers. The 49ers' first championship came in 1982 with a 2621 win over the Bengals, with Joe Montana taking home the MVP award. Montana would go on to lead the team to four Super Bowl wins. Steve Young also contributed to the 49ers' legacy, guiding them to their most recent title in Super Bowl XXIX with a record setting six touchdown passes and an MVP performance.
Dallas Cowboys – 5 Super Bowls (VI, XII, XXVII, XXVIII, XXX)
The Dallas Cowboys, with five Super Bowl titles, have the most playoff appearances in NFL history, having reached the postseason 36 times. Their five championships came against the Miami Dolphins, Denver Broncos, Buffalo Bills (twice), and Pittsburgh Steelers. Their first Super Bowl win was a dominant 243 performance over the Dolphins in 1972, with Roger Staubach earning MVP honors. In the 1990s, the Cowboys enjoyed another successful run, winning three Super Bowls in four seasons under the leadership of Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, and Michael Irvin. They won these titles by wide margins, including blowout victories over the Buffalo Bills and Pittsburgh Steelers.
Green Bay Packers – 4 Super Bowls (I, II, XXXI, XLV)
The Green Bay Packers are one of the oldest and most storied franchises in NFL history, with four Super Bowl victories. While they hold 13 NFL championships in total, four of these titles came during the Super Bowl era. Their victories came against the Kansas City Chiefs, Oakland Raiders, New England Patriots, and Pittsburgh Steelers. The Packers won the firstever Super Bowl in 1967, defeating the Chiefs 3510, with Bart Starr named MVP. The Packers repeated as champions in Super Bowl II, defeating the Raiders 3314. Their most recent Super Bowl victory was in 2011, when they defeated the Steelers 3125, with Aaron Rodgers earning MVP honors.
New York Giants – 4 Super Bowls (XXI, XXV, XLII, XLVI)
The New York Giants have claimed four Super Bowl titles, with victories coming against the Denver Broncos, Buffalo Bills, and New England Patriots (twice). Their first Super Bowl win was a dominant 3920 victory over the Broncos in 1987, with Phil Simms earning MVP honors. The Giants' most notable victories came in 2008 and 2012, when they defeated the New England Patriots both times. Eli Manning led the Giants to these wins and earned Super Bowl MVP honors on both occasions. One of the most memorable moments in NFL history occurred in Super Bowl XLII when David Tyree made his famous "Helmet Catch," allowing the Giants to defeat the Patriots and ruin their undefeated season.
Kansas City Chiefs – 4 Super Bowls (IV, LIV, LVII, LVIII)
The Kansas City Chiefs, with four Super Bowl victories, are currently on a dynastic run. Their first Super Bowl title came in 1969 when they defeated the Minnesota Vikings 237. In recent years, the Chiefs have become one of the NFL’s most successful franchises, winning three Super Bowls in the last five years. Led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce, and head coach Andy Reid, Kansas City is aiming to add more Lombardi Trophies to its collection. Their most recent victory came in Super Bowl LVII, where they defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 3835.
These teams have shaped the history of the NFL with their championship victories, and each has a legacy that will continue to influence future generations of football fans. As the Chiefs pursue their fifth title, they join a list of elite teams, including the Patriots, Steelers, 49ers, and Cowboys, whose Super Bowl wins have defined the league's most successful eras.