History of Andy Reid in Timeline

Andy Reid is a highly successful American football coach, currently the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs. Previously, he coached the Philadelphia Eagles from 1999-2012, also serving as their executive VP of football operations during that period. Notably, Reid is the only NFL coach to achieve 100 wins with two different franchises. He also stands alone in appearing in four consecutive conference championships with two separate teams. Reid is widely regarded as one of the NFL's greatest coaches.

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March 19, 1958: Andrew Walter Reid Born

On March 19, 1958, Andrew Walter Reid, later known as a successful NFL coach, was born.

1963: Defeated Denver Broncos

In Reid's first game as head coach, the Chiefs beat the Jacksonville Jaguars 28–2, it was the widest margin of victory for the Chiefs on opening day since they defeated the Denver Broncos in 1963 by a score of 59–7.

1970: First Super Bowl Appearance Since 1970

In 1970, The Kansas City Chiefs had not appeared in a Super Bowl until the 2019 season.

1971: Participated in Punt, Pass, and Kick Competition

In 1971, at the age of 13, Reid participated in the Punt, Pass, and Kick competition on Monday Night Football, showcasing his size and early involvement in football.

1980: BYU Won the 1980 Holiday Bowl

In 1980, during his senior year, BYU won the Holiday Bowl, with teammates noting Reid's analytical approach to the game despite limited playing time.

1981: Graduated from BYU

After graduating from BYU in 1981, Reid spent one year as a graduate assistant on the school's football coaching staff.

1986: Coached at Northern Arizona University

In 1986, Reid coached at Northern Arizona University, where he coached Frank Pollack, who later played in the NFL.

1990: Seven first-time head coaches remained with team since

Since 1990, only seven first-time head coaches have remained with their original team for ten years or more.

1992: Joined Green Bay Packers as Offensive Assistant

In 1992, Reid began his professional coaching career with the Green Bay Packers, serving as an offensive assistant.

1992: Hired by Green Bay Packers

In 1992, Reid was hired by Mike Holmgren at the Green Bay Packers, joining the Bill Walsh coaching tree.

1992: Cowher with Steelers for Ten Years

Since 1990, Bill Cowher was with the Steelers from 1992-2006.

1993: First Home Playoff Win Since 1993

In 1993, The Kansas City Chiefs had not won a playoff game at home until the 2018 season.

1993: Chiefs win First Playoff Game Since

In 2015, Reid led the Chiefs to their first playoff win since 1993, shutting out the Houston Texans, but they were later defeated in the Divisional Round by the New England Patriots.

1995: Assistant Offensive Line and Tight Ends Coach

In 1995, Reid became the assistant offensive line and tight ends coach for the Green Bay Packers.

1995: Eagles Won First Playoff Game Since 1995

In 2000, the Eagles posted an 11–5 regular-season record and won their first playoff game since the 1995 season, beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

1996: Super Bowl XXXI Win with the Packers

In 1996, Reid helped lead the Green Bay Packers to a Super Bowl XXXI victory over the New England Patriots.

1997: Named Packers' Quarterbacks Coach

In 1997, Reid was named the Packers' quarterbacks coach, replacing Marty Mornhinweg.

1997: Chiefs achieve AFC Top Seed for the First Time Since 1997

In 1997, The Kansas City Chiefs had not finished as the AFC's top seed until the 2018 season.

1998: Eagles season

In 1999, during Reid's first season in Philadelphia, the Eagles improved their record by two games over 1998, finishing 5–11.

1998: Cowboys NFC East squad defeated

In 2004, the Eagles were the second NFC East squad to defeat all of its division rivals (New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys, and Washington Redskins) twice during the same regular season (the Dallas Cowboys did it in 1998).

January 11, 1999: Hired as Head Coach of the Eagles

On January 11, 1999, the Eagles hired Reid as their head coach; he was the second-youngest head coach in the league and had not previously served as an offensive or defensive coordinator.

1999: Head Coaching Position with the Eagles

In 1999, Reid held his first head coaching position with the Philadelphia Eagles, leading them to become perennial postseason contenders.

1999: First Season with the Eagles

In 1999, during Reid's first season in Philadelphia, the Eagles improved their record by two games over 1998, finishing 5–11.

1999: Reid with Eagles for Ten Years

Since 1990, Reid was with the Eagles from 1999-2012.

2000: Eagles Won First Playoff Game Since 1995

In 2000, the Eagles posted an 11–5 regular-season record and won their first playoff game since the 1995 season, beating the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

2001: Named Executive Vice President of Football Operations

In 2001, Reid was named executive vice president of football operations for the Eagles, effectively making him the team's general manager.

2001: Eagles Made First of Four Consecutive NFC Championship Games

In 2001, Reid's Eagles made the first of four consecutive NFC East titles and advanced to the conference championship game.

2001: Eagles Won First of Four Consecutive NFC East Titles

In 2001, Reid's Eagles won the first of four consecutive NFC East titles and advanced to the conference championship game.

2002: Eagles Advanced to NFC Championship Game

In 2002, Reid's Eagles advanced to the conference championship game.

2003: First Team to Repeat Since 2003 and 2004

In 2003 and 2004, the New England Patriots had won the Super Bowl back-to-back before the Chiefs repeated in 2023.

2003: Eagles Advanced to NFC Championship Game

In 2003, Reid's Eagles advanced to the conference championship game.

2003: Eagles Qualified for Postseason Play

In 2003, the Eagles qualified for postseason play after opening the season with two losses, becoming the first NFL team to reach the conference title round after being shut out at home on opening day.

2003: Chiefs Obtained First-Round Bye

Reid improved in the regular season with the 2016 Chiefs. The bye was the Chiefs' first since 2003.

2003: Lewis with Bengals for Ten Years

Since 1990, Marvin Lewis was with the Bengals from 2003-2018.

2004: First Team to Repeat Since 2003 and 2004

In 2003 and 2004, the New England Patriots had won the Super Bowl back-to-back before the Chiefs repeated in 2023.

2004: Eagles Advanced to NFC Championship Game

In 2004, Reid's Eagles advanced to the conference championship game.

2004: Eagles Clinched NFC #1-Seed

In 2004, the Eagles clinched the NFC #1-seed with a 13–1 record and proceeded to rest their starters for the final two games, later making it to Super Bowl XXXIX.

2005: Eagles Have General Manager After

Although the Eagles had general managers after 2005, Reid had the final say on football matters.

2005: Difficult Season for Reid

The 2005 season was a difficult one for Reid due to issues with Terrell Owens and a season-ending injury to Donovan McNabb, though he did become the winningest coach in Eagles history.

2006: Eagles Had Rollercoaster Campaign

In 2006, Reid coached backup quarterback Jeff Garcia, leading the 5–6 Eagles to victories over NFC rivals and winning the NFC East division title after McNabb's injury.

2006: Largest Comeback in a Conference Championship

In 2006, the Indianapolis Colts had the largest comeback in a conference championship. The 2021 Kansas City Chiefs tied that record.

2006: Cowher with Steelers for Ten Years

Since 1990, Bill Cowher was with the Steelers from 1992-2006.

2007: Eagles 8-8 Season

In the 2007 season, Reid led the Eagles to an 8–8 season, failing to make the postseason.

2007: Tomlin with Steelers for Ten Years

Since 1990, Tomlin with Steelers for 2007-present.

2008: Eagles Reached NFC Championship Game

In the 2008 season, Reid's Eagles defeated the defending Super Bowl Champion New York Giants, leading the team to a fifth NFC Championship game under his tenure.

2008: Harbaugh with Ravens for Ten Years

Since 1990, Harbaugh with Ravens for 2008-present.

2009: Coached NFC to Win in Pro Bowl

In 2009, Reid coached the NFC to a 30–21 win in the Pro Bowl. Jim Johnson's death marked a tragedy during the season.

2009: Eagles Eliminated in Wild Card Round

In the 2009 season, Reid failed to win a first-round post-season game for the first time in his career, with the Eagles being eliminated by the Dallas Cowboys.

2010: Michael Vick Named Starting Quarterback

After Week 2 of the 2010 season, Reid named Michael Vick the starting quarterback of the Eagles.

2010: Eagles Have General Manager After

Although the Eagles had general managers after 2010, Reid had the final say on football matters.

2010: Eagles Qualified for Playoffs

In the 2010 season, Reid led the Eagles to a 10–6 record and qualified for the playoffs, but lost in the Wild Card Round against the Green Bay Packers.

2010: Chiefs Clinched Division for First Time Since

Reid improved in the regular season with the 2016 Chiefs, who finished with a 12–4 record and clinched their division for the first time since 2010, as well as for the first time under Reid.

2010: Named Earle "Greasy" Neale Award Winner

Reid was named the Earle "Greasy" Neale Award winner for the third time in 2010.

2011: Eagles Missed Playoffs

In the 2011 season, Reid led the Eagles to an 8–8 season and failed to make the playoffs.

August 5, 2012: Death of Garrett Reid

On August 5, 2012, Reid's oldest son, Garrett, died of a heroin overdose.

2012: Fired by the Eagles

After the 2012 season, Reid was fired as the Eagles' head coach due to the team missing the postseason for a second consecutive year.

2012: Eagles Had Worst Record of Reid's Tenure

In the 2012 season, Reid and the Eagles struggled to a 4–12 record, the worst of his head coaching tenure, and missed the postseason for the first time in consecutive years under Reid.

2012: Reid with Eagles for Ten Years

Since 1990, Reid was with the Eagles from 1999-2012.

December 31, 2012: Reid's Contract Not Renewed by Eagles

On December 31, 2012, Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie announced that Reid's contract would not be renewed, ending his tenure as the longest-tenured head coach in the NFL at that time.

January 4, 2013: Reached Agreement to Become Head Coach of the Chiefs

On January 4, 2013, Reid reached a five-year contract agreement to become the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs.

2013: Hired as Head Coach of the Chiefs

In 2013, Reid was hired as the head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs, with the goal of revitalizing the struggling franchise.

2014: Chiefs Recorded Winning Record

In 2014, the Chiefs recorded a winning record, finishing 9–7, but failed to qualify for the playoffs.

2015: Chiefs Made Playoffs

In 2015, the Chiefs were in danger of missing the playoffs after a poor start, but won every remaining regular-season game, finishing with an 11–5 record and a wild card spot.

2015: First Losing Record Since 2015

In 2015, the Kansas City Chiefs did not have a losing record until the start of the 2021 season

2015: Chiefs Won First Playoff Game Since 1993

In the 2015 season, the Chiefs won their first playoff game since 1993, marking a significant milestone under Reid's leadership.

2016: Chiefs Clinched First Consecutive Division Titles

Between 2016 and 2017, the Chiefs clinched their first consecutive division titles, demonstrating their improved performance under Reid.

2016: Chiefs Match 12-4 Record

In 2016, The Kansas City Chiefs finished the season with a 12-4 record, which was then matched in the 2018 season.

2016: Chiefs Clinched Division for First Time Since 2010

Reid improved in the regular season with the 2016 Chiefs, who finished with a 12–4 record and clinched their division for the first time since 2010, as well as for the first time under Reid.

2017: Chiefs Clinched First Consecutive Division Titles

Between 2016 and 2017, the Chiefs clinched their first consecutive division titles, demonstrating their improved performance under Reid.

2017: Chiefs Win First Five Games, Clinch AFC West

In 2017, the Chiefs started the season strong, winning their first five games, including a victory against the New England Patriots. They finished 10-6, clinching the AFC West, but lost in the Wild Card Round to the Tennessee Titans after leading 21-3 at halftime.

2018: Chiefs Achieve AFC Top Seed, End Home Playoff Losing Streak

In 2018, aided by Patrick Mahomes' MVP season, the Chiefs finished as the AFC's top seed for the first time since 1997, matching 2016's 12-4 record. They ended their home playoff losing streak, defeating the Indianapolis Colts, but lost the AFC Championship to the New England Patriots in overtime.

2018: Lewis with Bengals for Ten Years

Since 1990, Marvin Lewis was with the Bengals from 2003-2018.

2019: Chiefs Win Super Bowl LIV

In 2019, the Chiefs finished 12-4, won the AFC West, and defeated the Houston Texans in the Divisional Round. They secured a Super Bowl LIV appearance with a win over the Tennessee Titans, and then defeated the San Francisco 49ers 31-20, earning their first Super Bowl victory in 50 years and Reid's first as a head coach.

2020: Chiefs Secure Playoff Berth, Reach Super Bowl LV

In 2020, Reid signed a contract extension with the Chiefs. The team finished with a league-best 14-2 record, securing the AFC's top seed and advancing to Super Bowl LV. However, they lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 31-9.

2021: Reid Achieves 100 Wins with Two Franchises

In 2021, Reid became the first NFL head coach to win 100 games with two different franchises. The Chiefs started 3-4 but recovered to clinch the AFC West and advance to their fourth consecutive AFC Championship Game, where they lost to the Cincinnati Bengals.

2021: Britt Reid's Suspension

In 2021, Reid's son, Britt, was suspended and not offered a new contract after a DWI car accident causing severe injuries to a five-year-old girl.

2021: Payton with Saints for Ten Years

Since 1990, Sean Payton with Saints for 2006-2021.

2022: Chiefs Win AFC West, Advance to Super Bowl

In the 2022 season, Reid led the Chiefs to a 14-3 record, winning the AFC West for the 7th consecutive season and earning a first-round bye. They defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars and Cincinnati Bengals to make the Super Bowl for the 3rd time in four seasons.

2023: Reid Leads Chiefs to Super Bowl LVIII Victory

In the 2023 season, Reid led the Chiefs to an 11-6 record and another AFC West title. After playoff victories, they won Super Bowl LVIII against the San Francisco 49ers, making Reid a three-time Super Bowl champion and the Chiefs the first team to repeat since 2003 and 2004.

2024: Cameo in Hallmark Channel Movie

In 2024, Reid made a guest cameo as himself in the Hallmark Channel original film Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story.

2024: Reid Leads Chiefs to Third Consecutive Super Bowl Appearance

In the 2024 season, Reid led the Chiefs to a franchise-record 15 wins in the regular season, earning a first-round bye. They reached their third consecutive Super Bowl but lost against his former team.