Andy Reid Retirement Off the Cards as Chiefs Offer Extension Regardless of Super Bowl Result: Reports

Kansas City head coach Andy Reid has an important weekend ahead of him. The 65-year-old will be heading into his fifth Super Bowl outing with the Chiefs. However, while many believed Reid might call the curtain on his decorated career following the ongoing season, it seems like the head coach still has a lot left in the tank just yet. According to the latest reports, the KC Chiefs head coach is set to receive a contract extension with the side irrespective of the results this weekend.

Multiple sources from the league have claimed that Reid is amongst the most underpaid head coaches in the competition and is long overdue for a raise. The KC Chief head coach currently makes $12 million per annum ranking him at the 10th spot amongst the highest-paid head coaches.

Andy Reid set for a contract extension

The Kansas City head coach has provided his worth over the years. With his side set to feature in the Super Bowl LVIII, a win would see him pick up his 3rd Lombardi, half of what the other 31 active head coaches have in total! According to NFL insider Jonathan Jones, “With a win today, Andy Reid would have half as many Lombardis as the rest of the active head coaches combined. Why a raise and extension — and not retirement — could be in Reid’s immediate future this off-season.”

Reid signed a contract extension with the Chiefs back in 2020 penning a six-year deal with the franchise. Despite two-years left on his contract, the Chiefs believe it would be a mistake to let go of the veteran. Reid and his men will look to put their all on the line this weekend as they step into the Super Bowl looking to get their hands on the silverware.

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Reid speaks ahead of Super Bowl LVIII

The Kansas City Chiefs boss addressed the media ahead of the blockbuster event last night. Reid commented on his team’s performance during the press conference heading into the game. “We got everything covered that we needed to get covered. The guys practiced fast. They were accurate with their assignments. I was pleased with what I saw. I think they’re ready to go play.”

Reid and his men will be looking to bag the win heading into the clash against the San Francisco 49ers. A win tonight will see the Kansas City Chiefs head coach bag his 3rd Super Bowl title. It will be interesting to see which team comes out on top following the clash between the two heavyweights.

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