What Number Is This Year's Super Bowl? Super Bowl LIX Explained

By Sarah Miller · November 22, 2036

The 2025 Super Bowl, officially known as Super Bowl LIX (59), will be played on February 9, 2025. This year's championship game marks the 59th edition of the NFL's annual title showdown between the AFC and NFC champions.

What Is Super Bowl LIX?

Super Bowl LIX (59) is the upcoming National Football League (NFL) championship game for the 2024 season. It will determine the league champion following the conclusion of the regular season and playoff tournament. The game is scheduled for Sunday, February 9, 2025.

Key Details

Date: February 9, 2025
Location: Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana
Teams: AFC Champion vs. NFC Champion (to be determined)
Broadcast Network: FOX, Tubi (streaming)
Halftime Performer: To be announced (typically revealed in December)

Understanding Roman Numerals in the Super Bowl

The NFL has used Roman numerals to designate each Super Bowl since Super Bowl III in 1969. This tradition helps distinguish the championship game from regular-season contests and adds a sense of legacy and prestige.

Roman Numeral Breakdown

L = 50
X = 10
IX = 9 (I before X means one less than ten)
LIX = 50 + 9 = 59

Therefore, Super Bowl LIX corresponds to the 59th edition of the game.

Historical Context and Past Super Bowls in New Orleans

New Orleans has hosted the Super Bowl ten times previously, making it one of the most frequent host cities in NFL history. The Caesars Superdome is renowned for its electric atmosphere and rich football tradition.

Year	Super Bowl	Winner	Score	Runner-up	Venue
1978	Super Bowl XII	Dallas Cowboys	27–10	Denver Broncos	Caesars Superdome
1981	Super Bowl XV	Oakland Raiders	27–10	Philadelphia Eagles	Caesars Superdome
1986	Super Bowl XX	Chicago Bears	46–10	New England Patriots	Caesars Superdome
1990	Super Bowl XXIV	San Francisco 49ers	55–10	Denver Broncos	Caesars Superdome
1997	Super Bowl XXXI	Green Bay Packers	35–21	New England Patriots	Caesars Superdome
2000	Super Bowl XXXIV	St. Louis Rams	23–16	Tennessee Titans	Georgia Dome
2002	Super Bowl XXXVI	New England Patriots	20–17	St. Louis Rams	Mercedes-Benz Superdome
2013	Super Bowl XLVII	Baltimore Ravens	34–31	San Francisco 49ers	Mercedes-Benz Superdome
2025	Super Bowl LIX	TBD	TBD	TBD	Caesars Superdome

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The table highlights previous Super Bowls held in New Orleans, showing a pattern of dominant performances, including blowout wins by the Chicago Bears and San Francisco 49ers. The city’s consistent selection as a host reflects its strong infrastructure and fan engagement. Super Bowl LIX will mark the 11th time the event is held in New Orleans, underscoring its status as a premier destination for major sporting events.

How Teams Qualify for Super Bowl LIX

The path to Super Bowl LIX begins with the 2024 NFL regular season, followed by the playoffs. Here’s how teams advance:

The NFL consists of two conferences: American Football Conference (AFC) and National Football Conference (NFC).
Each conference sends seven teams to the playoffs: four division winners and three wild cards.
The postseason includes the Wild Card Round, Divisional Round, and Conference Championships.
The AFC Champion and NFC Champion face off in Super Bowl LIX.