Being a fan of an NFL team can sometimes feel like being stuck in a never-ending emotional roller coaster—mostly downhill, but with occasional peaks that only make the drops feel worse.
In the spirit of fun (and mild, humorous pity), we’ve decided to rank all 32 NFL fan bases from least to most depressed, based on how much their teams have put them through. Strap in, folks—this one’s going to sting a little.
32. Philadelphia Eagles
Eagles fans have absolutely no reason to be depressed. They just won Super Bowl LIX in stunning fashion and have every right to feel on top of the world. That is, of course, until next season begins and the fans start freaking out again.
31. Green Bay Packers
Packers fans are used to success and historic greatness, so missing out on a Super Bowl in recent years stings a bit. But with the team consistently competitive and surrounded by a rich legacy, they’re more likely to cry over an Aaron Rodgers breakup than a missed title.
30. Kansas City Chiefs
Kansas City’s fanbase has been riding high, courtesy of Patrick Mahomes and his magical arm. With many Super Bowl wins under their belt, even their recent Super Bowl LIX loss can’t really bring them down.
29. San Francisco 49ers
From the Joe Montana days to recent NFC Championship heartbreaks, 49ers fans know what it’s like to have great expectations. However, with a roster packed with talent, they’re still holding out hope for that elusive sixth Super Bowl win.
28. Los Angeles Rams
Rams fans have experienced the highest of highs with a recent Super Bowl win, but let’s not forget their dismal years spent in St. Louis. L.A.’s fickle fans may not always fill the stands, but those who do are hopeful their team remains a contender for years to come.
27. New England Patriots
Once a dynasty, Patriots fans are now dealing with the sting of mediocrity post-Tom Brady. Though the team isn’t winning Super Bowls, they’ve still got those recent memories to look back on.
26. Pittsburgh Steelers
Steeler Nation knows all about the highs and lows of the NFL, and right now, they’re stuck in a bit of a rebuilding phase. But with a solid history of success, Steelers fans are patient enough to keep the faith while they wait for the next great quarterback.
25. Washington Commanders
Commanders fans have been beaten down for years with bad ownership and sporadic play on the field, but things turned around this past season with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels. Now, for the first time in a long time, they have hope.
24. Seattle Seahawks
Seattle fans have seen it all, from Super Bowl triumph to painful losses in the biggest games. They may still be living off their Super Bowl XLVIII glory days, but there’s definitely a lingering sense of “what could’ve been” in the air.
23. Miami Dolphins
Miami fans have been stuck in a constant state of frustration, only occasionally teased by playoff runs and exciting players. With Tua’s potential and an exciting roster, they’re keeping hope alive, but deep down they know the pain of mediocrity all too well.
22. Arizona Cardinals
Cardinals fans have lived through years of roller-coaster seasons, only to have their Super Bowl dreams dashed by a big game meltdown. Despite that, they’re cautiously optimistic, hoping a new regime can finally break the curse.
21. Chicago Bears
Bears fans have experienced one of the longest championship droughts in NFL history, and while the franchise has a storied past, that’s cold comfort. The hope for a Super Bowl run burns brightly (especially now that they have Caleb Williams), but it’s been so long that many fans feel like they’ll just have to accept their annual heartbreak.
20. Tennessee Titans
The Titans are always hanging around, but they rarely have the firepower to make a serious run. Their fanbase is loyal but also carries the weight of knowing they’ve been just a few pieces away for years now.
19. Denver Broncos
Broncos fans are used to winning, but lately, their team has been stuck in a quarterback purgatory that makes it hard to look ahead. While their Super Bowl 50 victory is still fresh in the minds of many, the consistent underachievement since then has fans wishing for a quick turnaround.
18. Minnesota Vikings
Vikings fans are no strangers to playoff pain, especially after multiple heartbreaking defeats. But with a playoff-worthy team almost every year, there’s always a sliver of hope for a Super Bowl appearance—if only they could find a way to stop choking in the big moments.
17. Indianapolis Colts
Colts fans have witnessed some highs, with Peyton Manning leading them to a Super Bowl win, but they’ve been struggling to find the next elite quarterback. Still, they remain hopeful that they’re only one good draft away from returning to the playoffs.
16. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Bucs fans had the time of their lives with Tom Brady, but without him, they’re back to being the punchline of the NFC. The transition post-Brady is tough, and while they’re holding out hope for a quick rebuild, the specter of mediocrity is always lurking.
15. Cleveland Browns
Browns fans are among the most tortured souls in the NFL, but they’ve gotten so used to disappointment they’ve learned to laugh through the pain. At least there’s hope now, with a promising roster and the possibility that things could actually turn around—if they can avoid disaster.
14. Atlanta Falcons
The Falcons are synonymous with one of the most painful collapses in NFL history, and the scars still remain. However, the team’s more recent moves have some fans cautiously optimistic that their next shot at glory might be the one they can actually finish.
13. Los Angeles Chargers
Chargers fans are perpetually on the cusp of greatness but always seem to have something fall apart when it matters most. Their roster is stacked, but their tendency to underperform when it counts has kept them in the “maybe next year” category for far too long.
12. New York Giants
Giants fans have had their Super Bowl moments, but recent seasons have been full of disappointment and inconsistency. While they might still cling to their two recent Super Bowls, they know it’s been years since they were truly competitive, and the team is in transition once again.
11. Carolina Panthers
The Panthers have been stuck in a cycle of hope and heartbreak, from Super Bowl appearances to a string of disappointing seasons. Their fanbase is loyal, but the lack of consistent success makes it hard to stay positive long term.
10. Baltimore Ravens
Ravens fans can hang their hats on a Super Bowl victory in the 2010s, but the team’s failure to reach a Super Bowl with Lamar Jackson has left them frustrated. With more recent playoff appearances and potential for greatness, though, there’s always hope lingering in Baltimore.
9. Houston Texans
The Texans have experienced a steep decline after promising years, and their fans are left with the bitter taste of past mismanagement. But with a potential franchise quarterback in C.J. Stroud, they’re hanging onto the idea that better days are ahead.
8. New Orleans Saints
The Saints have seen some of the most crushing postseason losses in recent memory, leaving fans teetering between hope and despair. Still, the legacy of Drew Brees and a recent Super Bowl victory ensures they won’t give up on their team anytime soon.
7. Dallas Cowboys
The Cowboys have the most delusional fanbase, convinced every season is their year, even though it’s been over two decades since they sniffed the Super Bowl. However, unfortunately for Cowboys fans, that delusion has slowly turned into depression in recent years. How much more will they be able to endure? We’ll have to wait and see.
6. Detroit Lions
Lions fans have lived a lifetime of NFL purgatory, but the emergence of Jared Goff and a rejuvenated roster has them cautiously optimistic. However, their recent playoff loss was a real gut punch. It’s the hope that kills you!
5. Cincinnati Bengals
Bengals fans know better than anyone that success is fleeting, with a recent Super Bowl loss still burning in their hearts. However, the rise of Joe Burrow has reignited their hope, and now they’re just praying he can bring the city its first Lombardi trophy.
4. Jacksonville Jaguars
Jaguars fans are all too familiar with being the NFL’s punching bag, but with a promising young quarterback in Trevor Lawrence, they finally have something to cling to. That is, of course, if they can find the right coach.
3. Las Vegas Raiders
Raiders fans are some of the most tortured in the NFL, enduring years of disappointing seasons and constant drama. The team’s unpredictable nature keeps them in a state of despair, but even in the depths of their sadness, they’ll always love their Raiders.
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2. Buffalo Bills
Bills Mafia is one of the loudest, most passionate groups in the league, but the heartbreak of Super Bowl near-misses still stings. Not to mention, their recent playoff loses to the Kansas City Chiefs have been pretty devastating.
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1. New York Jets
Jets fans have suffered more than most, and even when things seem promising, a classic Jets moment will inevitably crush their spirits. And we won’t even get into the whole Aaron Rodgers debacle. Sorry Jets fans, maybe next year will be your year.
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