Chiefs CEO and Chairman Clark Hunt gets out ahead of reoccurring offseason Andy Reid rumor during Super Bowl LIX media night
Sorry, Florio, but the bit is officially over. With the Kansas City Chiefs back in the Super Bowl, it's the time of the year that rumors and rumblings begin to pop up about the 66-year-old Andy Reid pondering retirement. These rumors have often been nothing more than unfounded theorizing based on Reid's advanced age and speculation […]
Sorry, Florio, but the bit is officially over.
With the Kansas City Chiefs back in the Super Bowl, it's the time of the year that rumors and rumblings begin to pop up about the 66-year-old Andy Reid pondering retirement. These rumors have often been nothing more than unfounded theorizing based on Reid's advanced age and speculation about his health.
Given how things have gone surrounding past Super Bowls, some people are probably left wondering: "Is Super Bowl LIX going to be Andy Reid's last ride?"
This time around, Chiefs CEO and Chairman Clark Hunt did his part to prevent the rumors from starting, speaking to media members on Super Bowl LIX opening night.
"I was always surprised when I heard those 'rumors' because I know how much fun Andy (Reid) is having," Hunt said. "In a lot of ways, I think he's rejuvenated by the success the team has had. Certainly, he's matched with a quarterback who is the perfect complement for him in Patrick (Mahomes). I'm glad we haven't heard any of those rumors this year. I know for a fact he’s going to be back next year. So, we'll get there when we get there, but I think Andy loves what he's doing, and he's going to do it for a long time."
That should settle any debate about the past and current scenarios involving rumors around Reid.
The Chiefs signed Reid to a multi-year contract extension in April 2024, which runs through the 2029 NFL season. As long as the team continues winning and he continues having fun, expect Reid to remain the head coach of Kansas City.
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