Andy Reid’s style of coaching was always one of hard work and dedication, and Reid’s recent comments about the Chiefs having a shot at a 3-peat illustrate just that. Reid, who took the Kansas City Chiefs to two straight Super Bowls (23 & 24), knows how laden the charge for a third straight title is. But in typical Reid style, he’s not making the dynasty talk obscure the big picture.
Andy Reid’s reaction to a three-peat? “You don’t ever go there. You’re tunneled in. You’re trying to find another play that works.” You know Reid isn’t bothered about the accolades or outside voices. In his case, being present, sticking to basics, and working week in and week out. Fans and pundits may think about the future of the Chiefs, but Reid’s still in the present. He has been known for his process and dedication.
Defending the Chiefs ahead of next week’s game, against the Texans, Reid’s response was clear and concise: “Everybody will practice today and we look forward to the challenge.” Reid’s trust in his team and his gift of grounding speak for themselves. He knows the road is rocky, and it’s not what they’ve done before but what they can do more of.
Chiefs HC Andy Reid: Everybody will practice today and we look forward to the challenge of playing the Texans. #ChiefsKingdom
— Rob Collins (@RobCollinsTV) January 14, 2025
This is one of the reasons the Chiefs have been so successful under Reid. It will be the dynasty talk, but Reid’s coaching is about not letting his players get ahead of themselves. It’s about getting better at each one, every game, and being prepared for whatever you are going to get next. That won’t be an easy road for the Chiefs to make it to a third Super Bowl, but they’ll do it with Reid on the case and never give up on what is next. #ChiefsKingdom is locked and with Reid on top, a third title isn’t a doomsday scenario, it’s just one of many.
Andy Reid: The architect behind the Chiefs’ quest for a historic 3-peat
Andy Reid’s NFL career has been nothing short of a miracle story of drive, planning, and growth. Reid got his start as an assistant for the Green Bay Packers in 1992, coached under Mike Holmgren’s best, then became head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles in 1999. In 14 seasons, Reid turned the Eagles into regular playoff favorites who won nine playoff games including a Super Bowl in 2004. Reid’s scouting abilities also made the Eagles an offensive monster and one of the top offensive teams in the league all season long. But Reid was not until his time with the Kansas City Chiefs, which began in 2013, at the top of the heap.
The reason Reid is a success in Kansas City is because of the good players he has built. Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes is one of the most electric quarterbacks ever. Mahomes has thrown for more than 5,000 yards several times and is a dangerous player who also leads under pressure. He coached the Chiefs to Super Bowl victory in 2020, and Super Bowl MVP, and almost had another, in 2021, by a hair over Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The league’s best tight end is Travis Kelce, Mahomes’ primary target who has had more than 1,000 yards multiple seasons and is a key piece to postseason and regular season victories. Kelce’s ability to dispense carries against defenses is a huge coup for the Chiefs. Chris Jones on defense has also been a mainstay of the Chiefs pass rush, averaging double-digit sacks. The secondary, led by Tyrann Mathieu (gone now, but once a big presence), includes breakout performances from young guns such as L’Jarius Sneed, who has already shown enormous upside as a cornerback.
While the Chiefs are in search of their third Super Bowl, they have competition from some other talented teams, but with Reid at the helm, they are all set. The team’s history over the past couple of seasons proves that point: the Chiefs have been to the playoffs every year since 2015, and their recent Super Bowls were the work of Reid. So the Chiefs are still among the best teams and Mahomes is still putting up numbers with 4,500+ yards and 40+ touchdowns and Kelce is still one of the best tight ends in the league. The defense is still in fine shape with both pass defense and sacks in the top 10.
With Reid in the head coach position and this depth-heavy group on board, you know the Chiefs can keep winning, and their opportunity to repeat as a Super Bowl winner is as good as ever. If the Chiefs can be competitive with the Texans or anyone else, Reid’s desire to play at the moment and keep getting better week after week will leave the team primed for whatever comes. #ChiefsKingdom is headed in the right direction and with Andy Reid on board, a third Super Bowl title isn’t just a dream — it’s a reality.
