Super Bowl LVIII is almost here! And whether you're a football fanatic or if you're just in it for the commercials, Super Bowl snacks, and halftime show (okay, and a possible appearance from Taylor Swift), a little knowledge about the big game will make the day more fun. Plus, think about how impressed your friends and family will be when you bust out some of these football facts! Or, you can make your own Super Bowl party game and quiz your friends when there's a break in the action.
This season was filled with intense matchups and emotional moments, and it's all come down to two teams: The San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs. The Chiefs are fresh off of a victory from last year. Will they be able to repeat? Or will the 49ers avenge their Super Bowl LIV loss?
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How many times has the Super Bowl featured a rematch?
Super Bowl rematches have happened nine times, including this year! We've seen more than one game between the Cowboys and Steelers, 49ers and Bengals, Eagles and Patriots, Cowboys and Bills, Rams and Patriots, Giants and Patriots, Bills and Cowboys, and Dolphins and Washington.
2
What Team Has the Most Super Bowl Appearances?
The New England Patriots have appeared in 11 Super Bowl games (2018, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2011, 2007, 2004, 2003, 2001, 1996, 1985). The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cowboys trail with 8. None of those teams are playing this year, so that will not change.
3
Have Siblings Ever Faced Off in the Super Bowl?
It happened for the first time last year. Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will face his brother Jason, the Eagles' center, for Super Bowl LVII.
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Has a Woman Ever Officiated the Super Bowl?
Yes! Sarah Thomas became the first woman to officiate the Super Bowl in 2021.
5
Who Sang the Longest National Anthem?
Alicia Keys clocked in at 2 minutes 35 seconds during Super Bowl XLVII. The average length is about 1 minute and 50 seconds. We'll see how this year's performer Reba McEntire measures up!
6
Which Team Has the Most Super Bowl Wins?
The Steelers and Patriots are tied with six championships apiece. The 49ers have five, so a win this year would tie that stat.
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Which Team Has the Most Super Bowl Losses?
The Denver Broncos and Patriots are tied with five losses each. The Broncos have three wins, most recently in 2016. The Broncos didn't make the playoffs this year, so they don't have a chance at Super Bowl LVII.
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What Teams Have Never Played in a Super Bowl?
Four teams have the dubious distinction of never making it to a Super Bowl: The Detroit Lions, Cleveland Browns, Houston Texans, and Jacksonville Jaguars. None of these teams made the Big Game, so that's not going to change this year.
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Which City Has Hosted the Most Super Bowls?
Miami has hosted the Super Bowl 11 times, with Hard Rock Stadium hosting 6. The runner-up is New Orleans with 10. They'll take on the hosting duties again for Super Bowl LVIII in 2024.
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Has a Team Ever Played a Super Bowl in Its Home Stadium?
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Rams are the only teams to play in their home stadiums.
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Which College Has Produced the Most Super Bowl Quarterbacks?
This answer might surprise you. Cal leads the way with 5 QBs, including Aaron Rodgers. Alabama*, Notre Dame, and Purdue each have produced three.
*While Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts began his career at Alabama, he transferred to Oklahoma, where he finished his career. We're counting him as the first Oklahoma quarterback to play in a Super Bowl.
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How Much Money Do the Super Bowl Players Make?
The players get post-season bonuses, in addition to their NFL salaries. In 2022, players on the winning teams got $150,000, but when you add in their bonuses from previous playoff rounds, most took home $250,000. But don't feel to sorry for the losers: Last year, they ended up with about $185,000 for their post-season play. Some players have contract incentives for Super Bowl appearances. Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones will reportedly take home an additional $1 million for making it to the Big Game.
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What's the Highest Scoring Super Bowl Game?
The San Francisco 49ers and San Diego Chargers combined for the highest total: 75 points in Super Bowl XXIX. The 49ers, led by Jerry Rice and Steve Young, came out on top, with a final score of 49-26.
14
Who Was the Oldest Player to Play in a Super Bowl?
Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Stover took the field for Super Bowl XLIV at 42 years old, making him the oldest player to play in a Super Bowl until 43-year-old Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers made it to the championship.
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Which Player Has the Most Rushing Yards in a Super Bowl?
Running back Timmy Smith made his first career start in Super Bowl XXII and ended up racking up 204 rushing yards and scoring two touchdowns, leading the Washington Redskins to a 42-10 victory over the Broncos.
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Has There Ever Been a Year Without a Super Bowl?
Nope! There has been a Super Bowl every year since the event began in 1967.
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What Was the Coldest Super Bowl on Record?
The Super Bowl typically takes place in a warmer climate or at an indoor stadium. One stands out as the coldest—Super Bowl IV took place at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans, and the temperature at game time was a brisk 39 degrees. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Minnesota Vikings in that matchup.
18
How Much Do the Super Bowl Rings Cost?
The winning team normally receives about 150 gem-encrusted Super Bowl rings for players, coaches, and other important members of the organization. The total for the set adds up to about $5 million. William "The Refrigerator" Perry's size 25 ring was the largest made to date for his performance with the Chicago Bears in Super Bowl XX.
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Why Does the Super Bowl Use Roman Numerals?
Use of Roman numerals began with the fifth Super Bowl, and then I through IV were retroactively added to the first four events. According to an NFL media guide, "The Roman numerals were adopted to clarify any confusion that may occur because the NFL Championship Game—the Super Bowl—is played in the year following a chronologically recorded season." In other words, calling it Super Bowl 2020 could cause confusion because while the majority of the season took place in 2020, the actual Super Bowl will occur in 2021. And why else would we have to Google Roman numerals every February?
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How Much Does the Lombardi Trophy Weigh?
The Lombardi Trophy, named after former Packers coach Vince Lombardi, is made each year by Tiffany & Co. and is valued at about $50,000. The sterling silver trophy weighs in at about 7 pounds, making it easy for the victors to lift over their heads.
Katie Bowlby
Katie Bowlby is Digital Director at Country Living, where she covers gift guides, product reviews, crafts, and TV shows like Yellowstone. She’s currently stitching up a cross-stitch pattern for the magazine’s next issue
