20 Super Bowl Facts and Trivia 2024

1

How many times has the Super Bowl featured a rematch?

santa clara, ca october 23 brandon aiyuk 11 of the san francisco 49ers runs after making a catch during the game against the kansas city chiefs at levis stadium on october 23, 2022 in santa clara, california the chiefs defeated the 49ers 44 23 photo by michael zagarissan francisco 49ersgetty imagesMichael Zagaris

Super Bowl rematches have happened nine times, including this year! We've seen more than one game between the Cowboys and Steelers, 49ers and Bengals, Eagles and Patriots, Cowboys and Bills, Rams and Patriots, Giants and Patriots, Bills and Cowboys, and Dolphins and Washington.

2

What Team Has the Most Super Bowl Appearances?

julian edelman and tom bradyTOM PENNINGTON//Getty Images

The New England Patriots have appeared in 11 Super Bowl games (2018, 2017, 2016, 2014, 2011, 2007, 2004, 2003, 2001, 1996, 1985). The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cowboys trail with 8. None of those teams are playing this year, so that will not change.

3

Have Siblings Ever Faced Off in the Super Bowl?

philadelphia, pa january 21 jason kelce 62 of the philadelphia eagles reacts against the new york giants during the nfc divisional playoff game at lincoln financial field on january 21, 2023 in philadelphia, pennsylvania photo by mitchell leffgetty imagesMitchell Leff

It happened for the first time last year. Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will face his brother Jason, the Eagles' center, for Super Bowl LVII.

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4

Has a Woman Ever Officiated the Super Bowl?

detroit, michigan september 11 down judge sarah thomas 53 looks on during the game between the philadelphia eagles and the detroit lions at ford field on september 11, 2022 in detroit, michigan photo by nic antayagetty imagesNic Antaya

Yes! Sarah Thomas became the first woman to officiate the Super Bowl in 2021.

5

Who Sang the Longest National Anthem?

new orleans, la february 03 singer alicia keys performs the national anthem prior to super bowl xlvii between the san francisco 49ers and the baltimore ravens at the mercedes benz superdome on february 3, 2013 in new orleans, louisiana the ravens won 34 31 photo by focus on sportgetty imagesFocus on Sport

Alicia Keys clocked in at 2 minutes 35 seconds during Super Bowl XLVII. The average length is about 1 minute and 50 seconds. We'll see how this year's performer Reba McEntire measures up!

6

Which Team Has the Most Super Bowl Wins?

ben rothlisbergerTIMOTHY A. CLARY

The Steelers and Patriots are tied with six championships apiece. The 49ers have five, so a win this year would tie that stat.

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7

Which Team Has the Most Super Bowl Losses?

denver broncos mascotDUSTIN BRADFORD

The Denver Broncos and Patriots are tied with five losses each. The Broncos have three wins, most recently in 2016. The Broncos didn't make the playoffs this year, so they don't have a chance at Super Bowl LVII.

8

What Teams Have Never Played in a Super Bowl?

baker mayfieldJASON MILLER

Four teams have the dubious distinction of never making it to a Super Bowl: The Detroit Lions, Cleveland Browns, Houston Texans, and Jacksonville Jaguars. None of these teams made the Big Game, so that's not going to change this year.

9

Which City Has Hosted the Most Super Bowls?

hard rock stadium in miamiYAROSLAV SABITOV

Miami has hosted the Super Bowl 11 times, with Hard Rock Stadium hosting 6. The runner-up is New Orleans with 10. They'll take on the hosting duties again for Super Bowl LVIII in 2024.

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10

Has a Team Ever Played a Super Bowl in Its Home Stadium?

tampa bay stadiumMIKE EHRMANN

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Los Angeles Rams are the only teams to play in their home stadiums.

11

Which College Has Produced the Most Super Bowl Quarterbacks?

detroit, michigan january 09 aaron rodgers 12 of the green bay packers looks on from the sidelines during the second quarter against the detroit lions at ford field on january 09, 2022 in detroit, michigan photo by rey del riogetty imagesRey Del Rio

This answer might surprise you. Cal leads the way with 5 QBs, including Aaron Rodgers. Alabama*, Notre Dame, and Purdue each have produced three.

*While Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts began his career at Alabama, he transferred to Oklahoma, where he finished his career. We're counting him as the first Oklahoma quarterback to play in a Super Bowl.

12

How Much Money Do the Super Bowl Players Make?

tampa, fl february 07 super bowl mvp tom brady 12 of the buccaneers accepts the lombardi trophy from general manager jason licht after the super bowl lv game between the kansas city chiefs and the tampa bay buccaneers on february 7, 2021 at raymond james stadium, in tampa, fl photo by cliff welchicon sportswire via getty imagesIcon Sportswire

The players get post-season bonuses, in addition to their NFL salaries. In 2022, players on the winning teams got $150,000, but when you add in their bonuses from previous playoff rounds, most took home $250,000. But don't feel to sorry for the losers: Last year, they ended up with about $185,000 for their post-season play. Some players have contract incentives for Super Bowl appearances. Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones will reportedly take home an additional $1 million for making it to the Big Game.

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13

What's the Highest Scoring Super Bowl Game?

steve young super bowlJEFF HAYNES

The San Francisco 49ers and San Diego Chargers combined for the highest total: 75 points in Super Bowl XXIX. The 49ers, led by Jerry Rice and Steve Young, came out on top, with a final score of 49-26.

14

Who Was the Oldest Player to Play in a Super Bowl?

matt stover colts kickerDOUG BENC

Indianapolis Colts kicker Matt Stover took the field for Super Bowl XLIV at 42 years old, making him the oldest player to play in a Super Bowl until 43-year-old Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers made it to the championship.

15

Which Player Has the Most Rushing Yards in a Super Bowl?

timmy smithFOCUS ON SPORT

Running back Timmy Smith made his first career start in Super Bowl XXII and ended up racking up 204 rushing yards and scoring two touchdowns, leading the Washington Redskins to a 42-10 victory over the Broncos.

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16

Has There Ever Been a Year Without a Super Bowl?

2013 super bowl champion signJONATHAN FERREY

Nope! There has been a Super Bowl every year since the event began in 1967.

17

What Was the Coldest Super Bowl on Record?

chiefs football playerFOCUS ON SPORT

The Super Bowl typically takes place in a warmer climate or at an indoor stadium. One stands out as the coldest—Super Bowl IV took place at Tulane Stadium in New Orleans, and the temperature at game time was a brisk 39 degrees. The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Minnesota Vikings in that matchup.

18

How Much Do the Super Bowl Rings Cost?

super bowl ringRYPSON

The winning team normally receives about 150 gem-encrusted Super Bowl rings for players, coaches, and other important members of the organization. The total for the set adds up to about $5 million. William "The Refrigerator" Perry's size 25 ring was the largest made to date for his performance with the Chicago Bears in Super Bowl XX.

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19

Why Does the Super Bowl Use Roman Numerals?

super bowl pylonKEVIN C. COX

Use of Roman numerals began with the fifth Super Bowl, and then I through IV were retroactively added to the first four events. According to an NFL media guide, "The Roman numerals were adopted to clarify any confusion that may occur because the NFL Championship Game—the Super Bowl—is played in the year following a chronologically recorded season." In other words, calling it Super Bowl 2020 could cause confusion because while the majority of the season took place in 2020, the actual Super Bowl will occur in 2021. And why else would we have to Google Roman numerals every February?

20

How Much Does the Lombardi Trophy Weigh?

super bowl trophyALIKA JENNER

The Lombardi Trophy, named after former Packers coach Vince Lombardi, is made each year by Tiffany & Co. and is valued at about $50,000. The sterling silver trophy weighs in at about 7 pounds, making it easy for the victors to lift over their heads.

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Katie Bowlby is Digital Director at Country Living, where she covers gift guides, product reviews, crafts, and TV shows like Yellowstone. She’s currently stitching up a cross-stitch pattern for the magazine’s next issue 

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