NFL Teams and Fun Facts

Here’s a list of current NFL teams along with some interesting facts about each:

1. Arizona Cardinals

   • The Cardinals are the oldest continuously run professional football team in the United States, tracing their history back to 1898.
   • They are the only NFL team to have played in the state of Arizona since the league’s inception in 1920.

2. Atlanta Falcons

   • The Falcons were the first NFL team to have a live mascot when they introduced a live falcon named “Freddie Falcon” in 1966.
   • Atlanta hosted Super Bowl XXVIII and Super Bowl XXXIV.

3. Baltimore Ravens

   • The Ravens were established in 1996 after Art Modell, the owner of the Cleveland Browns, moved the team to Baltimore.
   • The team’s name was inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s famous poem “The Raven,” as Poe lived and died in Baltimore.

4. Buffalo Bills

   • The Bills are the only NFL team to play home games in New York State outside of the New York metropolitan area.
   • Buffalo played in four consecutive Super Bowls from 1990 to 1993 but unfortunately lost all four.

5. Carolina Panthers

   • The Panthers played their inaugural season in 1995 and reached the Super Bowl in their second season, making them the youngest franchise to do so.
   • Carolina is the only NFL team to have two states (North Carolina and South Carolina) represented in its fan base.

6. Chicago Bears

   • The Bears are one of the two remaining founding NFL teams still in existence, dating back to 1920.
   • They have won nine NFL championships, including one Super Bowl title in 1985, widely regarded as one of the greatest teams in NFL history.

7. Cincinnati Bengals

   • The Bengals were founded by Paul Brown, a Pro Football Hall of Fame coach and namesake of the Cleveland Browns.
   • Cincinnati advanced to the Super Bowl twice in franchise history but has yet to win a championship.

8. Cleveland Browns

   • The Browns were one of the original eight teams in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) and joined the NFL in 1950.
   • Cleveland’s fans are known for their passionate support despite the team’s struggles in recent decades.

9. Dallas Cowboys

   • The Cowboys are often referred to as “America’s Team” due to their large national following.
   • They have appeared in eight Super Bowls, tied with the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots for the most appearances.

10. Denver Broncos

    • The Broncos have reached eight Super Bowls and won three championships in 1997, 1998, and 2015.
    • Denver’s stadium, Empower Field at Mile High, is known for its high altitude, which can be challenging for visiting teams.

11. Detroit Lions

    • The Lions are one of four current NFL teams that have never appeared in a Super Bowl.
    • Detroit hosts an annual Thanksgiving Day game, a tradition dating back to 1934.

12. Green Bay Packers

    • The Packers are the only community-owned, non-profit team in the major professional sports leagues in the United States.
    • Green Bay has won four Super Bowl titles, including the first two Super Bowls ever played.

13. Houston Texans

    • The Texans joined the NFL in 2002 as an expansion team, becoming the league’s 32nd franchise.
    • Houston’s mascot, Toro, is a bull representing the city’s ties to the cattle industry.

14. Indianapolis Colts

    • The Colts were originally based in Baltimore and were known as the Baltimore Colts before moving to Indianapolis in 1984.
    • Indianapolis has won two Super Bowls, with quarterback Peyton Manning leading the team to victory in Super Bowl XLI.

15. Jacksonville Jaguars

    • The Jaguars entered the NFL in 1995 as an expansion team and played their first season with teal as their primary color.
    • Jacksonville’s stadium, TIAA Bank Field, features one of the largest video scoreboards in the NFL.

16. Kansas City Chiefs

    • The Chiefs were founded in 1960 as the Dallas Texans before relocating to Kansas City in 1963.
    • Kansas City won their first Super Bowl in 1970 and claimed their second title in 2020 behind quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

17. Las Vegas Raiders

    • The Raiders were originally based in Oakland and Los Angeles before relocating to Las Vegas in 2020.
    • Las Vegas is known for its vibrant fan base and “Black Hole” section at home games.

18. Los Angeles Chargers

    • The Chargers played in Los Angeles during their inaugural season in 1960 before moving to San Diego until 2016 and then returning to Los Angeles.
    • Los Angeles is the second-largest city in the United States and has a diverse and passionate sports fan base.

19. Los Angeles Rams

    • The Rams have a storied history, including a stint in St. Louis before returning to Los Angeles in 2016.
    • Los Angeles hosted Super Bowl LVI in 2022, played at SoFi Stadium, the home of the Rams and Chargers.

20. Miami Dolphins

    • The Dolphins are the only NFL team to have a perfect season, going 17-0 in 1972 and winning Super Bowl VII.
    • Miami is known for its warm weather and has hosted multiple Super Bowls.

21. Minnesota Vikings

    • The Vikings joined the NFL as an expansion team in 1960 and have won one NFL championship but have yet to win a Super Bowl.
    • Minnesota’s U.S. Bank Stadium features a unique transparent roof and hosted Super Bowl LII in 2018.

22. New England Patriots

    • The Patriots have won six Super Bowl titles since 2001, establishing themselves as one of the most successful franchises in NFL history.
    • New England’s dynasty was led by quarterback Tom Brady and head coach Bill Belichick.

23. New Orleans Saints

    • The Saints were founded in 1967 and have become a beloved part of the New Orleans community.
    • New Orleans won their first Super Bowl in 2010, bringing joy to the city after Hurricane Katrina.

24. New York Giants

    • The Giants have won four Super Bowl titles, including two memorable victories over the New England Patriots.
    • New York’s MetLife Stadium is the only NFL stadium shared by two teams (Giants and Jets).

25. New York Jets

    • The Jets won Super Bowl III in 1969 behind quarterback Joe Namath, famously guaranteeing victory before the game.
    • New York is known for its intense sports media coverage and passionate fan base.

26. Philadelphia Eagles

    • The Eagles won their first Super Bowl in 2018, defeating the New England Patriots in a dramatic game.
    • Philadelphia’s fans are known for their fervent support and the “Eagles’ Nest” at Lincoln Financial Field.

27. Pittsburgh Steelers

    • The Steelers have won the most Super Bowl titles (six) in NFL history, with a legacy of dominating defense and iconic players.
    • Pittsburgh’s fans are known as the “Terrible Towel” waving crowd, a tradition started by broadcaster Myron Cope.