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Andy Reid's Super Bowl History

Gabriel Santiago
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Andy Reid's Super Bowl History

At long last, Super Bowl LVIII is just a few days away.

With the San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs embarking on "Fabulous" Las Vegas, the big game is on the horizon. As such, all the stars will be on hand in "Sin City."

For Sunday's title clash, San Francisco is a 2.5-point favorite over Kansas City in a game with a 47.5-point total, per the Super Bowl odds at FanDuel Sportsbook.

Team
Spread
Moneyline
Total
49ers-2.5-130O 47.5 (-110)
Chiefs+2.5+110U 47.5 (-110)

All NFL odds via FanDuel Sportsbook. Lines may change after this article is published.

Come Sunday, we'll see two of the finest offensive minds in the NFL going head-to-head. Respective head coaches Andy Reid and Kyle Shanahan are innovators on that side of the football.

For this article, let us have a look at Reid's past Super Bowl history. Notably, Reid was part of the Green Bay Packers' offensive staff under Coach Mike Holmgren when they won Super Bowl XXXI with a young Brett Favre. However, this piece will focus on only the big games wherein Reid was head coach.

Andy Reid's Super Bowl History

As noted, Reid earned a Super Bowl ring (1996-97) before ever receiving an NFL head coaching position. Still, the Brigham Young Cougars alum landed his first head job just two seasons later in the "City of Brotherly Love."

Almost immediately upon completion of the 1998-99 campaign, the Philadelphia Eagles named Reid as their head coach. Reid was the first coach hired in franchise history that had no offensive or defensive coordinator experience. Reid was also the second-youngest head coach in the league at time of hire. In short, it seemed like a risky move.

It worked out really well for Philly.

Notably, Reid and the Birds showcased several prolific seasons together but never managed to go the distance. Still, he and Philadelphia quarterback Donovon McNabb produced four consecutive trips to the NFC Championship Game.

Of course, Reid had his full-circle moment in last year's Super Bowl when he and his Chiefs vanquished those same Eagles for all the marbles. Be that as it may, "Big Red" is surely hungry for another Lombardi.

Before we get rolling at Allegiant Stadium, here is Andy Reid's head coaching history in the Super Bowl (from most recent to least).

Super Bowl LVII (2022-23)

Kansas City 38, Philadelphia 35 (W)

In an instant classic, K.C. out-dueled the Eagles one year ago for the title.

Super Bowl LVII was hosted in Glendale, AZ. Creating substantial buzz around town, the big game collided with the region's annual Waste Management Phoenix Open at TPC Scottsdale. Additionally, NBA-superstar Kevin Durant was traded to the Phoenix Suns just days prior, making Arizona the literal center of the sporting universe for just over a week.

This Super Bowl in "The Grand Canyon State" produced nine combined touchdowns, which was one short of the big game's all-time record. By the fourth quarter, Philly took a 27-21 lead. From there, Patrick Mahomes tossed two touchdowns in the final period. Birds quarterback Jalen Hurts responded with a late touchdown of his own to knot the score, but Kansas City would not be denied.

Kicker Harrison Butker eventually iced the game with mere seconds left in regulation, converting a 27-yard field goal to take a 38-35 lead. That ended up being the final score, presenting Coach Reid with his second championship ring as a head coach.

Super Bowl LV (2020-21)

Tampa Bay 31, Kansas City 9 (L)

A game that also served as Tom Brady's 10th and final Super Bowl appearance, the Chiefs' most recent attempt at winning back-to-back Lombardi Trophies fell short.

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' defense took it upon themselves to make Mahomes uncomfortable early and often. Throughout the evening, Tampa Bay intercepted the Texas Tech Red Raiders alum twice. Additionally, Mahomes was sacked three times.

Brady and the Bucs also had the luxury of playing Super Bowl LV inside their home venue of Raymond James Stadium. The familiar surroundings must have put Tampa at ease, as the Buccaneers dominated the Chiefs despite finishing the regular season at 9-8. Still, Reid was bested from a game-plan perspective by Tampa head coach Bruce Arians.

This Super Bowl provided Arians with his only title as an NFL head coach. Additionally, it gave Brady bragging rights over Mahomes as Brady became the opposing quarterback to hand Mahomes his first professional regular season loss, playoff loss and Super Bowl loss.

Super Bowl LIV (2019-20)

Kansas City 31, San Francisco 20 (W)

Being that Super Bowl LVIII in "Fabulous" Las Vegas is a rematch four years in the making, let us reflect back to Super Bowl LIV.

In Miami, K.C. rode a second-half comeback to swipe the Lombardi Trophy from San Francisco's collective hands. Led then by quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, the 49ers played strong for three quarters before Mahomes and speedster Tyreek Hill took control of the game. Hill provided multiple lengthy receptions in the final stanza, setting up scoring plays for fellow Kansas City skill-players Travis Kelce and Damien Williams.

To close things out, Williams got loose for a 38-yard rushing touchdown with under two minutes to play. That was it for the Niners, as Kyle Shanahan's offense was blanked in the final quarter. At that time, Reid had Bob Sutton as Kansas City's defensive coordinator -- can current DC Steve Spagnuolo produce a similar effort versus S.F. in this year's big game?

This was a pinnacle moment for Reid, as all his prior playoff woes were put to rest. After 15 trips to the postseason as an NFL head coach, Reid finally won a Super Bowl title.

Super Bowl XXXIX (2004-05)

New England 24, Philadelphia 21 (L)

Perhaps foreshadowing his future Super Bowl appearances, Reid's first trip to the big game was a nail-biter. In Super Bowl XXXIX, Reid and his Eagles traveled south to Jacksonville. There, they went toe-to-toe with the New England Patriots, who were guided by Coach Bill Belichick and a 27-year old Tom Brady.

Philly managed to get on the board first in this bid, as Donovon McNabb found tight end L.J Smith for a short touchdown reception. Brady and the Pats quickly drew even after a touchdown pass of their own.

In his lone Super Bowl appearance, superstar wideout Terrell Owens had himself a major game, logging nine catches for 122 yards. Still, that production would not be enough for Philadelphia. New England took their initial lead after a second Brady touchdown pass and never gave it back.

Methodically, the Patriots were able to take advantage of McNabb's three interceptions on the day (including one that game-sealing). On offense, Brady connected with receiver Deion Branch -- who was eventually named game MVP -- for 11 receptions and 133 yards.

In a contest that was tied at the end of every quarter except the fourth, Reid and the Birds fell short, 24-21. This gave the Pats back-to-back titles, which is a feat no NFL has accomplished since. Ironically, that is exactly what Reid and the Chiefs are trying to do this Sunday in Vegas.


Super Bowl LVIII Betting Odds

San Francisco 49ers vs. Kansas City Chiefs

  • Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
  • TV: CBS
  • Venue: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, NV
  • National Anthem: Reba McEntire
  • Halftime: Usher Raymond
  • Head Referee: Bill Vinovich
  • Game Spread: SF -2.5 (-105)
  • Moneyline: SF -130/KC +110
  • Total: 47.5

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