At a Glance
- Super Bowl 60 could see the New England Patriots become the first NFL team with seven championships.
- Tom Brady’s six rings will be joined by second-year quarterback Drake Maye.
- Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, and Kansas City Chiefs trail closely in wins and appearances.
- Why it matters: The game could redefine franchise legacies and shift the NFL’s record books.
The upcoming Super Bowl 60 has captured the imagination of football fans worldwide. With the New England Patriots back in the championship spotlight, the franchise faces a historic opportunity: becoming the first NFL team to secure seven Super Bowl victories. Tom Brady, who led the team to six titles from 2001 to 2018, now passes the torch to second-year quarterback Drake Maye, who will carry the franchise into its next chapter.
The Record-Breaking Patriots
The Patriots have a storied history of success, tied with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the most Super Bowl wins. Both teams have claimed six championships.
| Team | Years Won |
|---|---|
| New England Patriots | 2001, 2003, 2004, 2014, 2016, 2018 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 1974, 1975, 1978, 1979, 2005, 2008 |
Brady and head coach Bill Belichick were the architects of the Patriots’ dynasty, while the Steelers’ four 1970s titles and two mid-2000s victories cemented their legacy.
Other Teams with Multiple Rings
Beyond the top two, several franchises have amassed multiple Super Bowl rings. The following table lists each team and the years they secured their championships.
| Wins | Team | Years |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | San Francisco 49ers | 1981, 1984, 1988, 1989, 1994 |
| Dallas Cowboys | 1971, 1977, 1992, 1993, 1995 | |
| 4 | Kansas City Chiefs | 1969, 2019, 2022, 2023 |
| Green Bay Packers | 1966, 1967, 1996, 2010 | |
| New York Giants | 1986, 1990, 2007, 2011 | |
| 3 | Denver Broncos | 1997, 1998, 2015 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 1976, 1980, 1983 | |
| Washington Commanders | 1982, 1987, 1991 | |
| 2 | Miami Dolphins | 1972, 1973 |
| Indianapolis Colts | 1970, 2006 | |
| Baltimore Ravens | 2000, 2012 | |
| Los Angeles Rams | 1999, 2021 | |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 2017, 2024 | |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 2002, 2020 | |
| 1 | Seattle Seahawks | 2013 |
| New Orleans Saints | 2009 | |
| Chicago Bears | 1985 | |
| New York Jets | 1968 |
Super Bowl Appearances
The number of times a team has reached the championship game often correlates with the number of rings. The top appearance-makers are:
| Rank | Team | Appearances |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | New England Patriots | 12 |
| T-2 | Pittsburgh Steelers | 8 |
| T-2 | San Francisco 49ers | 8 |
| T-2 | Dallas Cowboys | 8 |
| T-2 | Denver Broncos | 8 |
| 6 | Kansas City Chiefs | 7 |
| T-7 | Green Bay Packers | 5 |
| T-7 | New York Giants | 5 |
| T-7 | Washington Commanders | 5 |
| T-7 | Las Vegas Raiders | 5 |
| T-7 | Miami Dolphins | 5 |
| T-7 | Los Angeles Rams | 5 |
| T-7 | Philadelphia Eagles | 5 |
Losses and Near Misses
Some franchises have appeared in the Big Game but failed to secure a ring. The following lists teams with the most Super Bowl losses.
| Losses | Team |
|---|---|
| 5 | New England Patriots |
| Denver Broncos | |
| 4 | Minnesota Vikings |
| Buffalo Bills | |
| 3 | Dallas Cowboys |
| Miami Dolphins | |
| Los Angeles Rams | |
| Philadelphia Eagles | |
| San Francisco 49ers | |
| Kansas City Chiefs | |
| Cincinnati Bengals |
Teams Yet to Win
Several franchises have never lifted the Vince Lombardi Trophy, even if they have appeared in the championship game.
| Never Won | Notes |
|---|---|
| Buffalo Bills | |
| Cincinnati Bengals | |
| Minnesota Vikings | |
| Los Angeles Chargers | |
| Atlanta Falcons | |
| Jacksonville Jaguars | |
| Detroit Lions | |
| Carolina Panthers | |
| Houston Texans | |
| Arizona Cardinals | |
| Cleveland Browns | |
| Tennessee Titans |
Teams that have never appeared in a Super Bowl include Houston, Jacksonville, Detroit, and Cleveland.
What to Expect
While the exact date and location of Super Bowl 60 are not specified in the article, the stakes are clear: the Patriots are poised to become the first franchise with seven titles, and the game will likely reshape the NFL’s historical narrative. Fans will watch as Drake Maye steps into a role that once belonged to Tom Brady, and as other storied franchises continue their pursuit of rings.
Key Takeaways
- The Patriots are on the cusp of a historic seventh championship.
- Six-ring teams are the Patriots and Steelers; other teams have multiple rings but fewer than six.
- Several teams have high appearance counts but have yet to win.
- Super Bowl 60 promises to be a pivotal moment in NFL history.
