The NFL isn’t just a sports league, it’s a passion that unites millions of fans every Sunday. And while some fanbases get to enjoy success almost every year, others are forced to stand by their squad through thick and thin. Whether it’s packing stadiums during losing seasons or traveling across the country to support their team, here’s our list of the 15 most loyal NFL fan bases.
15. Los Angeles Rams
Since returning to L.A., the Rams have cultivated a loyal fan base, especially after their Super Bowl LVI victory. Despite relocations and uncertainty, they now pack SoFi Stadium to cheer on their team.
14. Miami Dolphins
Dolphins fans have stood by their team through decades of rebuilding and near misses. Despite a very long playoff win drought, their joyous tailgates and dedication make South Florida a true football haven.
13. Minnesota Vikings
Vikings fans, despite never witnessing their team win a Super Bowl, are some of the most passionate in the league. In fact, is there a better chant in all of the NFL than “Skol?” We think not.
12. New England Patriots
Sure, the Patriots’ success during the Brady-Belichick era brought a wave of new fans, but the core loyalists in New England have stood by their team through thick and thin. Even in the post-Brady era — and let’s be honest, it’s been pretty bleak — their dedication remains steadfast.
11. Cincinnati Bengals
Despite decades of struggles and heartbreak, including multiple Super Bowl losses, Bengals fans have stood by their team. They pack Paycor Stadium and show up, even when it’s not always easy.
10. Cleveland Browns
Browns fans have endured years of heartbreak, losing seasons, and even the loss of their franchise in the 1990s. Despite these challenges, they’re still one of the most loyal and resilient fan bases in the NFL.
9. Dallas Cowboys
Love them or hate them, Cowboys fans are everywhere. While some may criticize their fans’ intensity, their loyalty is undeniable.
8. Kansas City Chiefs
Sure, Kansas City Chiefs fans are spoiled beyond belief right now, but they have always been one of the most steadfast fan bases in the NFL for decades. The fans show up no matter the weather and have absolutely unbelievable tailgates.
7. Green Bay Packers
The only publicly owned team in the league, the Packers’ fan base has an unmatched connection to the organization. Not to mention, Lambeau Field is always packed, regardless of weather.
6. Pittsburgh Steelers
Steelers Nation stretches far beyond Pittsburgh, with fans proudly donning black and gold across the country. In fact, their six Super Bowl victories have helped build one of the most loyal followings in all of sports.
5. Chicago Bears
With a legacy that includes the legendary 1985 team, Bears fans have remained fiercely loyal despite a lack of recent success. And let’s face it, it has not been easy to be a Bears fan recently.
4. Philadelphia Eagles
Let’s face it, Eagles fans are known for their passion — and sometimes their brutal honesty. They live and breathe football, making Lincoln Financial Field one of the toughest places for opposing teams to play.
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3. Buffalo Bills
The “Bills Mafia” is a force of nature. Known for their wild tailgates — which often include falling through a table — and die-hard devotion, Buffalo fans remain loyal through playoff woes and freezing winters.
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2. Seattle Seahawks
The 12th Man in Seattle sets the gold standard for loyalty. Known for their deafening noise levels at Lumen Field, Seahawks fans create one of the most intimidating environments in sports.
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1. Detroit Lions
If we’re being honest, Detroit Lions fans deserve a medal for their loyalty. Despite decades of struggles, including a winless 2008 season, the fans of Detroit have never abandoned their team. They fill Ford Field week in and week out and support their team no matter what.