Andy Reid’s Kansas City Dynasty Extends through 2029
The Kansas City Chiefs have made a resounding statement by extending head coach Andy Reid’s contract through 2029. With this move, the 66-year-old Reid becomes the NFL’s highest-paid head coach, earning a reported $18 million annually. The Chiefs also extended the contracts of president Mark Donovan and general manager Brett Veach until 2029.
This news signals the Chiefs’ unwavering commitment to their Super Bowl-winning formula. Reid has been a crucial part of the team’s success since joining in 2013, leading them to three Super Bowl victories. He ranks fourth all time in regular-season wins with 258, trailing only coaching legends Don Shula, George Halas, and Bill Belichick.
Reid’s latest Super Bowl triumph came in February’s Big Game, where the Chiefs pulled off a dramatic 25-22 victory against the 49ers thanks to quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ late-game heroics. This victory marked the Chiefs’ first back-to-back Super Bowl wins since the 2004 New England Patriots.
With their current roster, including Mahomes and star tight end Travis Kelce, the Chiefs are poised for another run at the championship. Joining them is rookie Louis Rees-Zammit, a former rugby union star who is expected to make a significant impact in his first season.
Reid’s extension ensures that he will be at the helm of the Chiefs’ potential three-peat next season. His unwavering dedication to the team and his impressive track record make him a formidable force in the NFL. The Kansas City Chiefs’ dynasty is set to continue under the guidance of Andy Reid, cementing their place in football history.