Which Team Has Most Super Bowl Wins? (2025 Stats)

By Sarah Miller · November 11, 2028

The Pittsburgh Steelers and the New England Patriots are tied for the most Super Bowl wins in NFL history, with 6 championships each.

When it comes to Super Bowl success, two teams stand above the rest: the Pittsburgh Steelers and the New England Patriots, both having won the coveted Lombardi Trophy six times. These franchises represent the pinnacle of sustained excellence in the modern NFL era. The Steelers claimed their titles in the 1970s and 2000s, establishing a legacy of dominance, while the Patriots' dynasty was built in the 2000s and 2010s behind quarterback Tom Brady and head coach Bill Belichick. This article explores their achievements, compares other top-winning teams, and provides a detailed breakdown of all Super Bowl victories by franchise.

History of the Most Successful NFL Franchises

The Super Bowl, first played in 1967, is the annual championship game of the National Football League (NFL). Over the decades, several teams have emerged as powerhouses, but only a few have achieved repeated success on the sport’s biggest stage. The Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots lead the pack, but other teams like the San Francisco 49ers and Dallas Cowboys also boast impressive records.

Pittsburgh Steelers: The 1970s Dynasty and Beyond

Won four Super Bowls in a six-year span from 1974 to 1979 (IX, X, XIII, XIV).
Added two more titles in the 2000s under coaches Bill Cowher and Mike Tomlin (XL, XLIII).
Known for a dominant defense nicknamed "Steel Curtain" during their 1970s run.
First team to win four and then six Super Bowls, setting benchmarks in NFL history.

New England Patriots: The Brady-Belichick Era

Won six Super Bowls between 2001 and 2018, all under head coach Bill Belichick.
All victories featured quarterback Tom Brady, who holds the record for most Super Bowl MVPs (5).
Won three titles in four years (XXXVI, XXXVIII, XXXIX) and back-to-back in LI and LIII.
Set records for most Super Bowl appearances (11) and consecutive playoff berths (11).

Other Top Super Bowl-Winning Teams

While the Steelers and Patriots lead in total wins, several other franchises have multiple championships and rich histories of success.

San Francisco 49ers

Five Super Bowl wins (XVI, XIX, XXIII, XXIV, XXIX).
Dynasties led by Joe Montana in the 1980s and Steve Young in the 1990s.
Known for the West Coast offense innovated by Bill Walsh.

Dallas Cowboys

Five Super Bowl victories (VI, XII, XXVII, XXVIII, XXX).
Dominant in the 1970s and again in the 1990s under Jimmy Johnson and Barry Switzer.
One of the most valuable and popular franchises in sports.

Green Bay Packers and Others

Green Bay Packers have four Super Bowl wins (I, II, XXXI, XLV), including the first two ever played.
Las Vegas Raiders, New York Giants, and Tampa Bay Buccaneers each have three wins.
The Kansas City Chiefs have won four Super Bowls, most recently in 2023 (LVII).

Super Bowl Wins by Team: Complete Data Table

Team	Super Bowl Wins	Winning Years	Appearances	Last Win
Pittsburgh Steelers	6	IX, X, XIII, XIV, XL, XLIII	8	2009
New England Patriots	6	XXXVI, XXXVIII, XXXIX, XLIX, LI, LIII	11	2019
San Francisco 49ers	5	XVI, XIX, XXIII, XXIV, XXIX	7	1995
Dallas Cowboys	5	VI, XII, XXVII, XXVIII, XXX	8	1996
Green Bay Packers	4	I, II, XXXI, XLV	6	2011
Kansas City Chiefs	4	IV, LIV, LVII, LVIII	6	2024
New York Giants	4	XXI, XXV, XLII, XLVI	5	2012
Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders	3	XI, XV, XVIII	5	1984
Tampa Bay Buccaneers	2	XXXVII, LV	3	2021
Baltimore/Richmond Colts	2	V, XLI	5	2007
Denver Broncos	3	XXXII, XXXIII, 50	8	2016
Washington Commanders	3	VII, XVII, XXVI	5	1992
New Orleans Saints	1	XLIV	1	2010
Los Angeles Rams	2	XXXIV, LVI	4	2022
Arizona Cardinals	1	None (last pre-Super Bowl win in 1947)	1	—

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The data shows that the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots are tied at the top with six wins each, despite differing timelines of dominance. The Patriots have made the most appearances (11), indicating sustained playoff success over two decades. Meanwhile, the Steelers achieved perfection in their appearances, winning 6 of 8 games, giving them the highest win percentage among teams with multiple appearances.

Frequently Asked Questions About Super Bowl Wins

Which football team has won the most Super Bowls?

The Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots are tied for the most Super Bowl wins, each with six championships.

Have any teams won three Super Bowls in a row?

No team has won three consecutive Super Bowls. The closest were the Buffalo Bills, who lost four in a row (XXV–XXVIII), and the Patriots, who won three in four years (XXXVI, XXXVIII, XXXIX) and back-to-back twice.

Who has the most Super Bowl appearances?

The New England Patriots hold the record for most Super Bowl appearances with 11, followed by the Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys with 8 each.

Which quarterback has won the most Super Bowls?

Tom Brady has won seven Super Bowls, the most by any player in NFL history—six with the New England Patriots and one with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Which teams have never won a Super Bowl?

As of 2025, 12 NFL teams have never won a Super Bowl, including the Minnesota Vikings, Buffalo Bills, Cleveland Browns, Detroit Lions, Houston Texans, and Los Angeles Chargers.