Ranking the 15 Most Unhinged NFL Fan Bases

Some NFL fan bases are loyal, some are passionate, and then there are the ones that tiptoe between “we love our team” and “maybe you should be evaluated.”

From constant conspiracy theories to yelling at their grandmothers over a bad call, these fan bases feel just a little off. Not in a dangerous way (usually), but in the “you absolutely cannot reason with them” kind of way. Let’s count down the 15 most unhinged NFL fan bases.

15. New England Patriots

Dec 1, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; A young New England Patriots fan cheers for the team during the first half against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images
Eric Canha-Imagn Images

They’ve spent two decades yelling “six rings” at anyone who breathes. Even now, they’ll defend their team until the end.

14. Minnesota Vikings

Minnesota Vikings fans are shown before the start of the first round of the NFL Draft Thursday, April 24, 2025 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. It is the first time the draft will be held in Green Bay, the smallest market in the National Football League.
Mark Hoffman / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

They ride emotional roller coasters weekly and act like every season is their year, even when it’s not. Skol chants turn into tears faster than you can say “wide left.”

13. Pittsburgh Steelers

Jan 4, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers fans cheer for the video board in the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium. The Bengals won 19-17 to finish the regular season at 9-8. Mandatory Credit: Sam Greene/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images
Sam Greene/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Every third person in Pittsburgh thinks they should be calling plays. They treat Mike Tomlin like a demigod unless he loses one game, and then it’s chaos.

12. Cleveland Browns

Dec 15, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns fans hold up signs for Taylor Swift (not pictured) during the second quarter between the Cleveland Browns and the Kansas City Chiefs at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

Hope springs eternal in Cleveland, no matter how many decades of pain they endure. Browns fans live in a permanent state of delusion and deserve a medal for emotional endurance.

11. Miami Dolphins

Dec 29, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; A Miami Dolphins fan holds a sign during the first half against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

One big win and Dolphins Twitter starts planning the parade. They live for vibes, chaos, and Tua propaganda—facts are optional.

10. Kansas City Chiefs

Sep 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Kansas City Chiefs fans react after the Chiefs defeated the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Winning made them louder, but the Taylor Swift era increased the volume. Chiefs Kingdom now acts like any critique is a personal attack on their family.

9. New York Giants

Dec 29, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Fans cheer after the game between the New York Giants and the Indianapolis Colts at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Giants fans can go from bragging about Eli’s two rings to booing their quarterback in five minutes. They are a deeply dramatic group that thrives on turmoil.

8. New Orleans Saints

Oct 16, 2022; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; New Orleans Saints fans celebrate against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
Stephen Lew-Imagn Images

They believe every referee is out to get them, and they will never move on from 2019. The fanbase runs on voodoo, noise, and petty grudges.

7. Philadelphia Eagles

Feb 14, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles fans watch during the Super Bowl LIX championship rally at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

There’s no middle ground in Philly—it’s all or nothing, and usually loud. They’ll boo Santa, scream at their players, and somehow still think it’s justified.

6. Dallas Cowboys

Nov 28, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys fan during the first half against the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
Chris Jones-Imagn Images

The Cowboys could go 8-9, and fans will still talk about the Super Bowl. Every loss is a grief; every win is divine proof that “this is the year.”

5. San Francisco 49ers

San Francisco 49ers fans hold a Perry High banner for San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) during the second quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Dec. 17, 2023. Purdy went to school at Perry High
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They argue more about quarterbacks than any fan base on Earth. Niners fans will defend their team to the death, even if it means turning on each other.

4. Chicago Bears

Dec 16, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Chicago Bears fans during a game against the Minnesota Vikings in the second quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

Nothing makes sense with Bears fans—they’re furious, loyal, sarcastic, and oddly hopeful at the same time. One minute, they’re burning jerseys; the next, they’re convinced Caleb Williams is the savior.

3. Buffalo Bills

Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; Buffalo Bills fans cheer before the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Bills Mafia jumps through tables, slams beers at funerals, and thinks the team is cursed in a fun, romantic way. No fanbase blends chaos and community quite like them.

2. New York Jets

Sep 11, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets fans cheer during the second half against the Buffalo Bills at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Delusional optimism followed by immediate panic is the Jets fan lifecycle. They’re always on edge and seem to thrive in constant emotional whiplash.

1. Las Vegas Raiders

Jan 5, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders fans (from left) Marilyn Acasio aka Jungle Jane, Maria Lopez, Geoff Skarr, Alyssa Skarr, Mark Acasio aka Gorilla Rilla, Amber Mielke and Monica Martinez pose during the game against the Los Angeles Chargers at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

It doesn’t matter where they move—the unhinged energy follows. Raiders fans live in a Mad Max world of pirate costumes, conspiracy theories, and undying loyalty to chaos.

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