How Many Super Bowls Do the Oakland Raiders Have? 3 Wins

By Sarah Miller · May 4, 2052

The Oakland Raiders have won 3 Super Bowls in their franchise history. These victories came in Super Bowl XI, XV, and XVIII, with wins over the Minnesota Vikings, Philadelphia Eagles, and Washington Redskins, respectively.

Understanding the Oakland Raiders' Super Bowl Legacy

The Raiders are one of the most iconic franchises in NFL history, known for their rebellious spirit, silver-and-black uniforms, and passionate fan base. While the team has undergone relocations—moving from Oakland to Los Angeles in 1982, returning to Oakland in 1995, and relocating to Las Vegas in 2020—their Super Bowl titles were earned during their tenure as the Oakland Raiders.

Super Bowl Wins by the Oakland Raiders

Super Bowl XI (1977): Defeated the Minnesota Vikings 32–14
Super Bowl XV (1981): Defeated the Philadelphia Eagles 27–10
Super Bowl XVIII (1984): Defeated the Washington Redskins 38–9

All three championships were secured while the team was based in Oakland, solidifying their legacy as a powerhouse during key eras of NFL history.

Key Players in Raiders Super Bowl Victories

The success of the Raiders in the Super Bowl was driven by legendary players and coaches who defined the team’s aggressive, dominant style.

Notable Contributors

Ken Stabler: Quarterback who led the team to victory in Super Bowl XI
Jim Plunkett: First Latino quarterback to win a Super Bowl (XV), and MVP of that game
Marcus Allen: MVP of Super Bowl XVIII, rushed for 191 yards and two touchdowns
Howie Long: Hall of Fame defensive end, instrumental in the defense during the early '80s
John Madden: Head coach during the Super Bowl XI win, later became a broadcasting legend

Raiders' Super Bowl Appearances: A Complete Overview

The Raiders have appeared in four Super Bowls, winning three and losing one. Their only loss came in Super Bowl II, before the AFL-NFL merger was fully integrated into common practice.

Super Bowl	Date	Opponent	Score	Result	MVP
II	January 14, 1968	Green Bay Packers	14–33	Loss	Bart Starr
XI	January 9, 1977	Minnesota Vikings	32–14	Win	Fred Biletnikoff
XV	January 25, 1981	Philadelphia Eagles	27–10	Win	Jim Plunkett
XVIII	January 22, 1984	Washington Redskins	38–9	Win	Marcus Allen

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The data shows that the Raiders achieved their greatest success in the late 1970s and early 1980s, peaking with a dominant 38–9 win in Super Bowl XVIII. Their 75% win rate in Super Bowl appearances ranks among the best in NFL history for teams with multiple appearances.

Franchise Relocations and Championship Legacy

Despite moving cities, the Raiders’ Super Bowl titles remain officially credited to the Las Vegas Raiders franchise. However, all three championships were earned during the Oakland era, which is why fans and media often refer to them as the "Oakland Raiders" when discussing their glory years.

The team played in Oakland from 1960–1981 and 1995–2019
Their Super Bowl wins occurred in 1977, 1981, and 1984—all under Oakland-based operations
The move to Las Vegas in 2020 did not erase past accomplishments

Frequently Asked Questions About the Oakland Raiders' Super Bowls

How many Super Bowls have the Oakland Raiders won?

The Oakland Raiders have won 3 Super Bowls: Super Bowl XI, XV, and XVIII.

Did the Raiders win any Super Bowls in Los Angeles?

Yes, the Raiders won Super Bowl XVIII in 1984 while based in Los Angeles. However, the team originated in Oakland and returned there later, so all championships are part of the broader Raiders legacy.