Most Popular NFL Team by State

Success on the gridiron establishes more than just a team's legacy it cultivates veritable armies of devoted fans. The National Football League (NFL), comprising 32 dynamic teams, showcases this sense of loyalty and fanfare like no other sports organization in the United States. Each state has its favorite team, often driven by regional proximity but also influenced by historical success and star players' presence.

Key findings from the data include:

• The 'San Francisco 49ers' are the most popular team nationwide, favored in seven states spanning the west coast, the Rocky Mountains, and even as far as Hawaii. California, the home state of the '49ers, as expected, supports them the most.
• The 'Philadelphia Eagles' and the 'Dallas Cowboys' share an extensive influence, each holding sway over five states apiece. Notably, the 'Eagles' have captured hearts in states like New Jersey, Alabama, Virginia, and even in the District of Columbia.
• The 'New England Patriots' dominate the Northeast region, with fans in four states: Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.
• Interesting enough, the 'Kansas City Chiefs' are the favored team in the middle of the country, capturing the support of Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, and Missouri.
• Home state loyalty is evident in Georgia and Tennessee, where the 'Atlanta Falcons' and 'Tennessee Titans' are favorites respectively.