HE’S BACK: Andy Reid Confirms Return for 2025 Season, Vows Vengeance After Super Bowl LIX Heartbreak

After months of speculation surrounding his future, Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has officially announced that he will return for the 2025 NFL season. The news comes on the heels of a crushing 31-27 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LIX—a defeat that sparked rumors Reid might call it a career. But in true Reid fashion, the veteran coach stood firm, resolute, and determined, sending a clear message to the NFL: he’s not done yet.

Reid, who turns 67 later this year, addressed the media in a packed press conference at Arrowhead Stadium. “We didn’t finish the way we wanted to, and that stings,” Reid said. “But I’m not walking away from this. I love this team, I love this city, and I’m coming back to lead us again. We have unfinished business.”

The announcement electrified Chiefs Kingdom, where fans had been holding their breath since the final whistle of the Super Bowl. Reid, one of the most respected and successful coaches in NFL history, has already delivered three Super Bowl appearances and two championships to Kansas City since joining the organization in 2013. Yet it’s the sting of this recent loss—against the very team that gave him his first head coaching opportunity—that seems to be fueling his fire.

“The Eagles are a great team, and I tip my hat to them,” Reid said. “But we’re not going to sit in the ashes. We’re going to rise. That’s what champions do.”

Despite the heartbreak, Reid’s decision to stay on the sideline provides much-needed stability and focus for the Chiefs as they enter the offseason. Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who’s had a historic run under Reid’s leadership, expressed nothing but enthusiasm. “Coach Reid is the heart of this team,” Mahomes said on social media shortly after the announcement. “We ride together. Let’s run it back.”

Reid’s return not only solidifies Kansas City’s place among the AFC’s elite but also sends a powerful message to the rest of the league. The Chiefs aren’t going anywhere—and their legendary coach is hungrier than ever.

Speculation about Reid’s future intensified after Super Bowl LIX, with insiders citing the toll of long seasons, family considerations, and the desire to go out on top as possible factors in a potential retirement. But Reid, known for his work ethic and passion for the game, made it clear he still has more to give.

“I’ve been doing this a long time, and when you lose a game like that, you start reflecting,” he admitted. “But then I walked into that locker room and looked in the eyes of my guys. That’s all the motivation I needed. We’re not done. Not by a long shot.”

The Chiefs will now turn their attention to the offseason with renewed energy. Key free agents, draft decisions, and roster moves will dominate headlines, but with Reid at the helm, there’s a strong sense of direction. His return could also sway some veterans to stick around for one more run, knowing the leadership and culture Reid brings to the franchise.

General Manager Brett Veach praised Reid’s decision, calling it “a game-changer for the organization” and “a rallying point for the entire locker room.” He added, “Andy is the kind of leader who makes everyone around him better. Players want to play for him, coaches want to work with him, and fans believe in him. Having him back is the best news we could ask for.”

This will mark Reid’s 13th season with the Chiefs and his 26th as an NFL head coach overall. He currently ranks fifth on the all-time wins list and has etched his name into league history with his offensive innovation, poise, and consistency.

Still, it’s the pain of coming so close—and falling short—that may drive him more than ever. Reid has long been known for bouncing back stronger after adversity, and 2025 might be his most determined season yet.

“I owe it to these players, to this staff, and to this city to give it everything I’ve got,” Reid said. “We’re going to fight. We’re going to compete. And next February, we’re going to be right back in that game.”