The Top 5 Most Annoying Fanbases In The NFL…Not The Raiders

Author Morty

September 7th, 2023 11:25 AM

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Football Is Back But At What Cost?

With football finally back, fans and fanbases are gearing up to root their teams on. Whether you’re going to the actual game or or watching it at your favorite bar, football is a tradition and fans will gather.

With the NFL going into it’s 104th season, according to NFL.com, fan bases have had years to grow and dedicate themselves to the teams. But with all these years of fans cheering their teams, some have become very obnoxious and annoying.

How so? Fan bases will trash talk more than others. On top of that, they may start arguments, fights, and more. With this being said, a new analysis has been done by Gambling.com that shows the top-ranked teams with the most annoying fanbases.

The list was based off of the number of social media posts by the teams fans, the study said. They found that fans tend to go and vent on social media with many remarks and posts talking about their dislike of an opposing team or a loss that shouldn’t have happened.

Below are the top 5 teams that made the list for “most annoying fan bases.”

#5 – Green Bay Packers

This fan base is known for chirping. Even though it’s been a hot minute since they even went to the Super Bowl or won The Super Bowl, their fans still like to chirp all over social media to prove they’re better or should have won. Plus with their cheese heads they wear, people make fun of their fans, and the Packers fans tend to not take that too well online. Green Bay had a total of 6,900 posts that were tallied for the survey, the study states.

#4 – Kansas City Chiefs

The Kansas City Chiefs were definitely gonna be in the top five on this list. Why? Winning a Super Bowl will get you talked about for sure. They had a total of 10,800 posts to put them in the number four spot on the list. But when you’re a good team and you lose, you tend to get a little keyboard heavy online by trash talking the team they lost to.

#3 – Buffalo Bills

The Bills have been close to victory but then fall just short. They had a total of 12,300 posts in the past year, the study says. Bad decisions made by a ref or a bad call to benefit the opposing team contributed to their annoying fanbase and their complaints.

#2 – Philadelphia Eagles

We really don’t need to go too much into this fan base. They not only trash talk online but in person. And they’re not afraid to cause some trouble on social media. But they have the team to back it up with. We’re actually shocked that they’re not number one on the list. They had a total of 13,700 posts. So if the Eagles aren’t number one, who is?

#1 – Dallas Cowboys

We feel this should have been number two or three, but we can see why they’re number one. Their fans complain and gloat the most on social media. With a total of 15,200 posts complaining, gloating, and more, this has put them at the top of the list. And with their highly paid quarterback not producing, if I was a Cowboys fan, I’d do some trash talking as well.

The Las Vegas Raider fans surprised many by coming in at #19 on the list. As Vegas locals, we know how loyal their fanbase is. But they seem to be pretty calm on social media to not even be in the top 10 of the list.

If you want to check out the full list and see where your favorite team landed on it, you can click HERE.

We have more on this story though in today’s edition of a Few Things You Should Know!

Morty is the Executive Producer of “The Mike And Carla Morning Show” on 96.3 KKLZ. He's been a part of the show and station for 5 years. Aside from producing the morning show, he has served as production director for over 20 years. Those commercials you hear between the music, he produced a lot of them for Las Vegas! He loves music, playing guitar, all things Vegas Golden Knights, the Steelers, and his English Bulldog, Squish! He will talk forever with you on any of these things! Morty writes about peculiar news stories and Las Vegas happenings.

7 Hilarious Football Fan Superstitions Shared by Redditors

Football fans are gearing up for the upcoming NFL season. Some fans are so passionate that their enthusiasm borders on religious fervor. And yes, they pray for their team. Beyond their prayers, they also have some superstitions. You know the types: they go barechested in zero degree weather and paint themselves in their favorite team’s colors. Their mood for the week depends on if their team won or lost. There are fans and then there devout believers. Those are the ones who get a bit too superstitious.

Football fans superstitions

You know that person who stays in the same spot throughout an entire game, and when their team gives up possession they change positions? That’s who we’re talking about. So, when things are going well, they’re practically immobile. They won’t step away for food or even use the bathroom. Why? Because they can’t risk “messing up the flow.” On the other hand, if things are not going as planned, they might wander around the living room persistently in search of a lucky seat where good things could potentially happen. Of course, for some fans, their ritualistic and superstitious behaviors might just be traditions, regardless of whether their team comes out on top or experiences a loss.

From wearing a specific jersey to eating a particular snack, these rituals are believed to bring luck and influence the game. For instance, some fans might have a lucky pre-game routine, like wearing mismatched socks or doing a little victory dance before kickoff. Even food choices play a role, with some fans only eating certain foods while watching the game, like nachos or chicken wings, believing that deviating from this menu might lead to bad luck. It’s these quirky and often amusing superstitions that add an extra layer of excitement to the football fan experience.

Take a look at a few of these superstition-filled traditions that football fans have been sharing on Reddit.

Jersey Power
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For some fans, the belief in “jersey power” is real, relying on their chosen jersey to bring their team to victory. A Reddit user revealed, “I change jerseys every game. Never wear the same one twice in a row.” They mentioned that during one season, the Jaguars secured a 3-1 record when following this practice, but experienced a 0-12 record when they didn’t.
Fiery Ritual
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Some fans unquestionably take their rituals to the extreme. During Vince Young’s playing days, a Redditor mentioned that they used to perform a rather unconventional practice of burning a photo of the player. They would attach a picture of his face to a Barbie doll and place it on the grill as part of their ritual.
Sound of Silence
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This particular approach might come across as a bit harsh, yet it seems to show results for this person. Apparently, ignoring their wife and kid during the game is their strategy. “I know it’s weird and the results haven’t been great, but I’m not going to risk it,” they wrote. Priorities, dude!
Quantum Football Mechanics
Some say that dissecting your superstitions like a science can work wonders. A Reddit user shared their approach, saying that if, for some reason, they tune into the game late and the Ravens are in the lead, they turn the game off. “Watching will only swing the game in the opposite direction. It’s like the Heisenberg Principle of quantum football mechanics. Intense observation will only change the outcome,” they humorously explained. That’s dedication!

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Designated Sweet Spot
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Having a lucky seat or a designated sweet spot to park yourself during every football game is a ritual many fans swear by. According to one person, during game days, they make a point to occupy the exact same barstool. They mentioned, “Everyone has assigned seats at the bar.”
Goodbye Hygiene
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Some hardcore football fans throw hygiene to the wind. A Reddit user opened up about their peculiar belief. If they don’t shower right before the game, they’re convinced the Eagles will end up on the losing side. They added, “Sometimes if we had a crappy first half, I’ll take another shower, for a fresh start.”
Habitual Counting
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Luck can take some interesting forms, like the practice of counting things a specific number of times. A person mentioned that on game days, they apply three strokes of deodorant per armpit in support of Russell Wilson. Some people are all about the idea that stuff tends to go down in threes.