How Many Super Bowl MVPs Does Tom Brady Have?

By Sarah Miller · July 8, 2045

Tom Brady has won a record-setting 5 Super Bowl MVP awards, the most in NFL history, showcasing his dominance in the biggest games.

Tom Brady's Super Bowl MVP Legacy

Tom Brady is widely regarded as the greatest quarterback in NFL history, and his Super Bowl performances are a major reason why. His five Super Bowl MVP awards highlight his ability to elevate his game on the sport’s biggest stage. Each of these awards came during championship victories with the New England Patriots and later the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, solidifying his legacy as a clutch performer.

What Makes Tom Brady's Super Bowl MVP Record Unique?

He is the only player to win five Super Bowl MVPs.
All five MVPs were earned over a span of 18 years, demonstrating longevity.
Brady won his MVPs in Super Bowls XXXVI, XXXVIII, XLIX, LI, and LV.
He is one of only two quarterbacks to win multiple Super Bowl MVP awards.
His performances often included fourth-quarter comebacks or game-winning drives.

Detailed Breakdown of Tom Brady's Super Bowl MVP Performances

Each of Brady’s MVP seasons featured standout statistics and pivotal moments that defined the outcome of the game. Below is a comprehensive table detailing each Super Bowl in which he earned MVP honors.

Super Bowl	Date	Team	Opponent	Result	Passing Yards	Touchdowns	Interceptions	MVP Award
XXXVI	February 3, 2002	New England Patriots	St. Louis Rams	20–17	168	1	1	Yes
XXXVIII	February 1, 2004	New England Patriots	Carolina Panthers	32–29	354	3	0	Yes
XLIX	February 1, 2015	New England Patriots	Seattle Seahawks	28–24	328	4	2	Yes
LI	February 5, 2017	New England Patriots	Atlanta Falcons	34–28 (OT)	466	2	1	Yes
LV	February 7, 2021	Tampa Bay Buccaneers	Kansas City Chiefs	31–9	201	3	0	Yes

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The data shows Brady’s consistency across decades. His performance in Super Bowl LI stands out with 466 passing yards—the highest among his MVP games—during the first overtime in Super Bowl history. The 2021 victory in Super Bowl LV was especially notable as he earned the award at age 43, making him the oldest player to do so.

Comparison with Other Super Bowl MVP Leaders

While several legendary players have earned multiple Super Bowl MVPs, none match Brady’s total. Joe Montana is second with three MVP awards, emphasizing how rare Brady’s achievement is.

Players with Multiple Super Bowl MVP Awards

Tom Brady – 5 MVPs
Joe Montana – 3 MVPs
Chuck Howley – 2 MVPs (only non-quarterback to win twice)
Patrick Mahomes – 2 MVPs (as of 2025)
Eli Manning – 2 MVPs

Frequently Asked Questions About Tom Brady's Super Bowl MVPs

How many Super Bowl MVPs does Tom Brady have?

Tom Brady has won 5 Super Bowl MVP awards, the most in NFL history, earned in Super Bowls XXXVI, XXXVIII, XLIX, LI, and LV.

Who has the second-most Super Bowl MVPs?

Joe Montana has the second-most Super Bowl MVP awards with 3, all won with the San Francisco 49ers in the 1980s and early 1990s.

Did Tom Brady win a Super Bowl MVP with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers?

Yes, Tom Brady won Super Bowl MVP in Super Bowl LV with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2021, throwing for 3 touchdowns in a 31–9 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.

Which Super Bowl had Tom Brady’s best MVP performance?

Super Bowl LI is often considered his best MVP performance due to the historic 25-point comeback, the first overtime in Super Bowl history, and his record 466 passing yards in that game.

Has any non-quarterback won multiple Super Bowl MVPs?

Yes, linebacker Chuck Howley of the Dallas Cowboys is the only non-quarterback to win multiple Super Bowl MVP awards, winning in Super Bowl V and XII.