Revisiting Broncos’ Super Bowls with Mike Shanahan & Ed McCaffrey as sons prepare for Super Bowl 58

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Three decades after Mike Shanahan and Ed McCaffrey’s Super Bowl victories, their sons, Kyle Shanahan and Christian McCaffrey, aim to achieve the same feat.

Mike Shanahan’s coaching journey started with the Oakland Raiders before his pivotal role as the offensive coordinator in San Francisco’s Super Bowl XXIX win. His tenure with the Denver Broncos saw remarkable success, including back-to-back Super Bowl victories.

Ed McCaffrey’s collaboration with Mike Shanahan in Denver led to three Super Bowl wins. His consistency as a receiver bolstered John Elway’s Broncos, contributing significantly to their championship runs.

Kyle Shanahan’s leadership as the 49ers’ coach has seen the team’s resurgence, culminating in a Super Bowl appearance in 2020. Christian McCaffrey’s acquisition adds firepower to San Francisco’s offense, positioning them for a historic win.

Mike and Kyle Shanahan’s coaching collaboration in Washington showcased moments of success despite challenges. Their coaching tree includes notable figures like Sean McVay and Matt LaFleur.

As Kyle Shanahan and Christian McCaffrey strive to emulate their fathers’ Super Bowl triumphs, they carry the weight of their families’ football legacies into Super Bowl 58, poised to etch their names in NFL history.

 

How many father-son player tandems have won Super Bowl? 

 

FATHER TEAM SUPER BOWL SON TEAM SUPER BOWL
Bruce Davis OAK 18 Bruce Davis II PIT 43
Steve DeOssie NYG 25 Zac DeOssie NYG 42, 46
Bob Griese MIA 7, 8 Brian Griese DEN 33
Ronnie Lott SF 16, 19, 23, 24 Ryan Nece TB 37
Emery Moorehead CHI 20 Aaron Moorehead IND 41
Craig Colquitt PIT 13, 14 Britton Colquitt DEN 50
Craig Colquitt PIT 13, 14 Dustin Colquitt KC 54
Howie Long OAK 18 Chris Long NE, PHI 51, 52