The Super Bowl is the grandest stage in American football, a spectacle that not only determines the NFL champion each year but also cements legacies. Winning a Super Bowl is the ultimate goal for every NFL team, but only a few franchises have dominated the league’s history.
As of Super Bowl LIX in 2025, two teams sit atop the leaderboard with the most Super Bowl championships: the New England Patriots and the Pittsburgh Steelers, each with six titles. However, some teams are quickly closing the gap, with the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, and the Kansas City Chiefs making strong cases to add to their legacies.
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Which Team Has the Most Super Bowl Rings?
The New England Patriots and the Pittsburgh Steelers are tied for the most Super Bowl wins, each with six championships. These two franchises have dominated different eras of the NFL, making them the most successful teams in Super Bowl history.
New England Patriots – 6 Super Bowls
The New England Patriots became an NFL dynasty under head coach Bill Belichick and quarterback Tom Brady, winning six championships over a span of 17 seasons.
Patriots’ Super Bowl Wins
- Super Bowl XXXVI (2001 season) – Defeated the St. Louis Rams, 20-17
- Super Bowl XXXVIII (2003 season) – Defeated the Carolina Panthers, 32-29
- Super Bowl XXXIX (2004 season) – Defeated the Philadelphia Eagles, 24-21
- Super Bowl XLIX (2014 season) – Defeated the Seattle Seahawks, 28-24
- Super Bowl LI (2016 season) – Defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 34-28 (OT) – Famous 28-3 comeback
- Super Bowl LIII (2018 season) – Defeated the Los Angeles Rams, 13-3
The Patriots‘ run, particularly in the Brady-Belichick era, was one of the most dominant periods in sports history. Their success was built on smart drafting, disciplined coaching, and game-changing performances. However, since Brady’s departure in 2020, the franchise has struggled to replicate its past dominance.
Pittsburgh Steelers – 6 Super Bowls
The Pittsburgh Steelers were the first team to win six Super Bowls, with most of their success coming in the 1970s. Led by head coach Chuck Noll and legendary players like Terry Bradshaw, Franco Harris, and the “Steel Curtain” defense, the Steelers set the standard for dynasties.
Steelers’ Super Bowl Wins
- Super Bowl IX (1974 season) – Defeated the Minnesota Vikings, 16-6
- Super Bowl X (1975 season) – Defeated the Dallas Cowboys, 21-17
- Super Bowl XIII (1978 season) – Defeated the Dallas Cowboys, 35-31
- Super Bowl XIV (1979 season) – Defeated the Los Angeles Rams, 31-19
- Super Bowl XL (2005 season) – Defeated the Seattle Seahawks, 21-10
- Super Bowl XLIII (2008 season) – Defeated the Arizona Cardinals, 27-23
While the Steelers remain a competitive franchise, they have not won a Super Bowl since 2008. However, their strong fanbase and rich history continue to make them one of the most respected teams in the league.
Which Teams Are Chasing the Record?
Several teams are closing in on the six-ring record, with the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, and Kansas City Chiefs all in contention.
San Francisco 49ers – 5 Super Bowls
The 49ers were one of the most dominant teams of the 1980s and 1990s, thanks to Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, and Steve Young.
49ers’ Super Bowl Wins
- Super Bowl XVI (1981 season) – Defeated the Cincinnati Bengals, 26-21
- Super Bowl XIX (1984 season) – Defeated the Miami Dolphins, 38-16
- Super Bowl XXIII (1988 season) – Defeated the Cincinnati Bengals, 20-16
- Super Bowl XXIV (1989 season) – Defeated the Denver Broncos, 55-10
- Super Bowl XXIX (1994 season) – Defeated the San Diego Chargers, 49-26
The 49ers came close in Super Bowl LIV (2019 season) but lost to Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. With a talented roster in 2025, they remain contenders.
Dallas Cowboys – 5 Super Bowls
The Cowboys earned the nickname “America’s Team” for their dominance in the 1970s and 1990s, with stars like Roger Staubach, Troy Aikman, Emmitt Smith, and Michael Irvin leading the way.
Cowboys’ Super Bowl Wins
- Super Bowl VI (1971 season) – Defeated the Miami Dolphins, 24-3
- Super Bowl XII (1977 season) – Defeated the Denver Broncos, 27-10
- Super Bowl XXVII (1992 season) – Defeated the Buffalo Bills, 52-17
- Super Bowl XXVIII (1993 season) – Defeated the Buffalo Bills, 30-13
- Super Bowl XXX (1995 season) – Defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers, 27-17
Dallas hasn’t won a Super Bowl since 1995, but they remain one of the NFL’s most valuable franchises.
Kansas City Chiefs – 4 Super Bowls (and counting?)
The Chiefs are the NFL’s newest dynasty, having won three Super Bowls since 2019 with Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid. They are currently preparing for Super Bowl LIX in 2025, aiming for a third consecutive championship.
Chiefs’ Super Bowl Wins
- Super Bowl IV (1969 season) – Defeated the Minnesota Vikings, 23-7
- Super Bowl LIV (2019 season) – Defeated the San Francisco 49ers, 31-20
- Super Bowl LVII (2022 season) – Defeated the Philadelphia Eagles, 38-35
- Super Bowl LVIII (2023 season) – Defeated the San Francisco 49ers, 25-22 (OT)
If the Chiefs win Super Bowl LIX in 2025, they will become the first team in history to win three Super Bowls in a row.
Complete list of championships won by team
Teams with 6 Super Bowl Wins
- New England Patriots – 6
- Pittsburgh Steelers – 6
Teams with 5 Super Bowl Wins
- San Francisco 49ers – 5
- Dallas Cowboys – 5
Teams with 4 Super Bowl Wins
- Kansas City Chiefs – 4
- Green Bay Packers – 4
- New York Giants – 4
Teams with 3 Super Bowl Wins
- Denver Broncos – 3
- Las Vegas Raiders – 3
- Washington Commanders – 3
Teams with 2 Super Bowl Wins
- Miami Dolphins – 2
- Los Angeles Rams – 2
- Indianapolis Colts – 2
- Baltimore Ravens – 2
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers – 2
Teams with 1 Super Bowl Win
- Seattle Seahawks – 1
- Philadelphia Eagles – 1
- Chicago Bears – 1
- New York Jets – 1
- New Orleans Saints – 1
Teams with Super Bowl Appearances but No Wins
- Buffalo Bills
- Minnesota Vikings
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Atlanta Falcons
- Carolina Panthers
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Arizona Cardinals
- Tennessee Titans
Teams That Have Never Appeared in a Super Bowl
- Cleveland Browns
- Detroit Lions
- Houston Texans
- Jacksonville Jaguars
Winning a Super Bowl is the ultimate measure of success in the NFL. While New England and Pittsburgh currently top the list with six championships each, the Chiefs, 49ers, and Cowboys are all contenders to surpass them in the coming years.
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