Why is Super Bowl LIX in Roman numerals? How to read Roman numerals, plus a history of why the NFL uses them
For nearly 60 years, the Super Bowl has become a central part of American culture well beyond the sphere of pro football. And for many, the Super Bowl also prompts the need to touch up on a certain other piece of culture that always re-enters the collective conscience around Super Bowl time.
Since early in the game’s history, the NFL has labeled almost every Super Bowl with a Roman numeral (more on that later) to ...
Ever wonder why the Super Bowl is labeled with Roman numerals? Dive into the history behind this tradition and how it became ...
The Super Bowl in 2025 is No. 59. It is officially branded as Super Bowl LIX. The game is slated for Feb. 9, 2025 and will be ...
Super Bowl, the NFL's championship game, has used Roman numerals since Super Bowl V in 1971, a tradition introduced by NFL ...
The Super Bowl began using Roman numerals in 1971 with Super Bowl V, introduced by Kansas City Chiefs owner Lamar Hunt for added prestige. Roman numerals prevent confusion since the ...
The then-owner of the Kansas City Chiefs, Lamar Hunt, who also named the Super Bowl, added the idea of using Roman numerals ...
Jack McCallum talks about Super Bowl Sunday's elevation to the equivalent of a federal holiday, and cheers on the hometown ...
The Super Bowl is the smorgasbord of television events. Offering something for everyone, fans can shop from home, watch ...
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