Hold on to your helmets, football fans, because Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is on the verge of scoring big once again! The NFL is gearing up to award the coveted Super Bowl LXII to this magnificent venue come 2028. Yes, you read that right. The decision is set to be made during their next shindig, fittingly held in Atlanta. Talk about a home-field advantage!
Atlanta’s Historical Super Bowl Hostings
The Peach State has already played host to some legendary Super Bowl moments. Let’s take a trip down memory lane. The now-razed Georgia Dome welcomed Super Bowl XXVIII in 1994 and Super Bowl XXXIV in 2000 – each game etched with indelible memories, like a tattoo that never fades. In the throes of an ice storm, nearly two decades later, Mercedes-Benz Stadium stepped up to the plate and knocked it out of the park with Super Bowl LIII.
One Step Closer to Super Bowl Supremacy
If Atlanta clinches the nod for 2028 – and unless something wild happens, it’s pretty much in the bag – we’ll have a clear sight of the next four championship destinations. It’s like having a juicy, perfect lineup for a fantasy draft:
- Super Bowl LXII in Atlanta (2028)
- Super Bowl LXI in Los Angeles (2027)
- Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara (2026)
- Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans (2025)
Out with the Old, in with the New
Gone are the days of the old multi-city bidding wars, which were like a full-on battle. The NFL has streamlined the process. It’s a simple deal now: give the NFL what it wants, and your city gets to host the grandest game of them all. Easy peasy.
The Elite Super Bowl Circle
There’s a loose but espectacular rotation when it comes to Super Bowl host cities. Think of it as an exclusive VIP club with some familiar faces. During the Super Bowl shuffle, you’re bound to see:
- Los Angeles
- Las Vegas
- Miami
- New Orleans
- Houston
- Atlanta
- Arizona
- Santa Clara
Unexpected Entrants into the Super Bowl Scene
Some cities, like L.A. and Vegas, might be the cool kids who make the list more frequently. But remember, the Super Bowl isn’t afraid to roll the dice on newcomers. Cities that invest in new or renovated stadiums, often with the help of public funding (eyes are on you, Nashville), will also get a chance to crash this high-profile bash.
So, buckle up, sports fans! The road to the next Super Bowl promise is already buzzing with excitement and anticipation. It’s going to be a wild ride, filled with underdog tales, epic comebacks, and last-second touchdowns. Mark your calendars because the future of football is looking brighter than ever!
