Two franchises sit atop the mountain when the conversation turns to Super Bowl success. The New England Patriots and the Pittsburgh Steelers have each won six championships, the most in Super Bowl history. Both organizations built their legacies through different eras, different rosters, and different coaching philosophies, yet they arrived at the same number.
Below is the complete breakdown of every franchise with at least one Super Bowl win, updated through Super Bowl LX in February 2026. For a look at how championship success has translated into off-field earnings, see our breakdown of the highest-paid players in NFL history.
Full Ranking: Super Bowl Wins By Team
| Rank | Team | Super Bowl Wins | Appearances | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New England Patriots | 6 | 12 | 6 |
| 1 | Pittsburgh Steelers | 6 | 8 | 2 |
| 3 | San Francisco 49ers | 5 | 8 | 3 |
| 3 | Dallas Cowboys | 5 | 8 | 3 |
| 5 | New York Giants | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| 5 | Green Bay Packers | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| 5 | Kansas City Chiefs | 4 | 7 | 3 |
| 8 | Denver Broncos | 3 | 8 | 5 |
| 8 | Washington Commanders | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| 8 | Las Vegas Raiders | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| 11 | Seattle Seahawks | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 11 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 11 | Baltimore Ravens | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 11 | Philadelphia Eagles | 2 | 5 | 3 |
| 11 | Los Angeles Rams | 2 | 5 | 3 |
| 11 | Miami Dolphins | 2 | 5 | 3 |
| 11 | Indianapolis Colts | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 18 | New Orleans Saints | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 18 | Chicago Bears | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 18 | New York Jets | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Every championship season, team by team.
| Team | Wins | Championship Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| New England Patriots | 6 | 2001, 2003, 2004, 2014, 2016, 2018 |
| Pittsburgh Steelers | 6 | 1974, 1975, 1978, 1979, 2005, 2008 |
| San Francisco 49ers | 5 | 1981, 1984, 1988, 1989, 1994 |
| Dallas Cowboys | 5 | 1971, 1977, 1992, 1993, 1995 |
| New York Giants | 4 | 1986, 1990, 2007, 2011 |
| Green Bay Packers | 4 | 1966, 1967, 1996, 2010 |
| Kansas City Chiefs | 4 | 1969, 2019, 2022, 2023 |
| Denver Broncos | 3 | 1997, 1998, 2015 |
| Washington Commanders | 3 | 1982, 1987, 1991 |
| Las Vegas Raiders | 3 | 1976, 1980, 1983 |
| Seattle Seahawks | 2 | 2013, 2025 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 2 | 2002, 2020 |
| Baltimore Ravens | 2 | 2000, 2012 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 2 | 2017, 2022 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 2 | 1999, 2021 |
| Miami Dolphins | 2 | 1972, 1973 |
| Indianapolis Colts | 2 | 1970, 2006 |
| New Orleans Saints | 1 | 2009 |
| Chicago Bears | 1 | 1985 |
| New York Jets | 1 | 1968 |
Note: Seasons refer to the NFL season the title was earned, not the calendar year the Super Bowl was played (e.g., the Patriots’ 2018 season title was won in Super Bowl LIII, played February 2019).
The Patriots: Six Titles Across Two Decades
New England’s run began in the 2001 season and stretched through 2018, with championships coming after the 2001, 2003, 2004, 2014, 2016, and 2018 seasons. Tom Brady’s and Bill Belichick’s coaching résumés anchored all six wins, a partnership that redefined what sustained success looks like in a league built around parity. The Patriots’ most recent Super Bowl appearance ended in a loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX, keeping their win total at six while pushing their overall appearance count to twelve, the most of any franchise.
The Steelers: Efficiency Above All
Pittsburgh reached six championships in far fewer tries. The Steelers have appeared in only eight Super Bowls and converted six of them into rings, giving them the best win rate among the sport’s most decorated franchises. Their titles span two distinct golden eras: the “Steel Curtain” defenses of the 1970s that won four championships in six years and a second wave in the 2005 and 2008 seasons behind Ben Roethlisberger.
The Chiefs: The Newest Dynasty
Kansas City’s four titles, capped by back-to-back wins in the 2022 and 2023 seasons, center on Patrick Mahomes and head coach Andy Reid. The Chiefs are the only active dynasty on this list still adding to their total, making them the franchise most likely to challenge the six-win tier in the coming seasons.
Chasing The Leaders: 49ers And Cowboys At Five
Both the San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys sit one win behind the leaders, with five titles each. San Francisco built its championships around Joe Montana, Steve Young, and Bill Walsh’s West Coast offense during the 1980s and 1990s. Dallas earned the nickname “America’s Team” behind three different championship cores, including the Roger Staubach era and the Troy Aikman-Emmitt Smith-Michael Irvin teams of the 1990s.
Why Some Franchises Never Broke Through
Several long-tenured franchises, including the Buffalo Bills, Minnesota Vikings, and Cincinnati Bengals, have reached multiple Super Bowls without ever winning one. The Bills’ four consecutive Super Bowl losses from 1991 to 1994 remain the most painful example of postseason heartbreak in NFL history. Expansion-era teams and franchises with shorter championship windows naturally trail behind organizations that sustained contention across multiple coaching regimes.
Key Takeaways
- The Patriots and Steelers share the all-time lead with six Super Bowl wins each.
- Pittsburgh has the better winning percentage in the big game, converting six of eight appearances.
- New England has the most total Super Bowl appearances at twelve.
- The 49ers and Cowboys trail by a single win, with five championships apiece.
- Seattle’s win in Super Bowl LX pushed the Seahawks to two all-time titles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team has won the most Super Bowls outright, with no ties?
No team holds the record outright. The Patriots and Steelers are tied at six wins each.
Which team has the best Super Bowl winning percentage?
The Steelers hold the edge among the top franchises, winning six of eight appearances (75 percent), compared to the Patriots’ six wins in twelve tries (50 percent).
How many Super Bowls have the Chiefs won?
Kansas City has won four Super Bowls, with titles following the 1969, 2019, 2022, and 2023 seasons.
Who won Super Bowl LX?
The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, played in February 2026, giving Seattle its second championship.
For more on the players behind these championship runs, browse our full NFL players net worth guide.
