By Ty Bronicel 
As the 2025 Super Bowl approaches, a wave of discontent is sweeping across the NFL. From Arizona to Buffalo, fans of several teams are expressing their frustration and disenchantment with what they perceive to be unfair treatment by the league and its officials. Allegations of bias, particularly towards the Kansas City Chiefs, have spurred numerous fan groups to threaten a boycott of Super Bowl 59. This growing movement highlights a deeper unrest brewing within the NFL community, where fans demand a fairer playing field and integrity in officiating. Many people have the same opinions such as these: Patrick Mahomes is now the face of the league, Taylor Swift’s relationship with Travis Kelce will drive up Super Bowl ratings, and Mahomes, because of his stardom, seems to be getting the ‘Michael Jordan’ or ‘Tom Brady’ treatment, in which it seems most calls go his way due to his superstar status. All true. Many NFL fans concur so the team at BetOnline.ag tracked tweets, hashtags, and direct keyword phrases from each fanbase about boycotting Super Bowl LIX. For example, any tweet that had a fan identifier such as #BillsMafia, #RavensFlock, #SteelersNation, etc. that also contained a phrase or hashtag such as “Boycott Super Bowl LIX, “Boycott the Super Bowl,” “I’m boycotting the Super Bowl,” #BoycottSuperBowlLIX, #BoycottTheSuperBowl, #SuperBowlBoycott, etc. Over 180,000 tweets were tracked. Here are the results:
10. Arizona Cardinals Aficionados
Cardinals fans, frustrated with their team’s absence from the big game, are threatening to boycott Super Bowl LIX. Despite the team’s struggles, die-hard supporters claim they’ll tune out, citing unfair officiating and a perceived bias against small-market teams. However, given the Cardinals’ recent 4-13 record, their protest may go unnoticed.
9. Los Angeles Chargers Backers
Chargers fans, frustrated with their team’s struggles and the Chiefs’ continued success, are joining the boycott movement. Many cite the perceived favoritism towards Kansas City and the lack of parity in the AFC West as reasons for their dissatisfaction. However, some skeptics question whether this small but vocal fanbase will actually follow through on their boycott threats.
8. Atlanta Falcons Followers
Falcons fans, still bitter about their Super Bowl LI loss to the Patriots, are joining the boycott movement. They cite frustration with the Chiefs’ continued success and perceived favoritism from officials. Some fans plan to organize alternative events on game day, promoting local charities instead of watching the Super Bowl.
7. New York Jets Devotees
Jets fans, frustrated by their team’s 13-year playoff drought, are threatening to boycott Super Bowl 59. Despite Aaron Rodgers’ anticipated return, the Jets’ underwhelming +3000 odds for next year’s championship have left the fanbase feeling disrespected. Some die-hard supporters are vowing to skip the big game in protest of perceived league bias against their team.
6. Jacksonville Jaguars Enthusiasts
Despite their team’s absence from Super Bowl 59, some Jaguars fans are joining the boycott bandwagon. Citing frustration with officiating and perceived league favoritism, these teal-clad supporters vow to skip the big game. However, given Jacksonville’s historically small fanbase, their impact on viewership may be minimal.
5. Minnesota Vikings Loyalists
Despite their team’s impressive 14-2 regular season record, some Vikings fans are joining the boycott movement. Frustrated by perceived officiating bias favoring other teams, they argue that the NFL’s integrity is compromised. These passionate supporters feel their team’s Super Bowl chances were unfairly diminished, leading to calls for a ratings boycott on social media platforms.
4. Cleveland Browns Faithful
Long-suffering Browns fans are threatening to boycott Super Bowl 59, citing frustration with the NFL’s perceived favoritism towards certain teams. Despite the Browns’ recent success, including their 2024 playoff run, some fans feel the league’s officiating and marketing strategies unfairly benefit other franchises, particularly the Kansas City Chiefs.
3. Cincinnati Bengals Diehards
Bengals fans, still smarting from recent playoff losses to the Chiefs, are leading the charge against Super Bowl 59. Star receiver Ja’Marr Chase openly rooted against Kansas City, echoing fan sentiment. The “Who Dey” nation’s frustration with perceived favoritism towards the Chiefs has fueled their boycott calls on social media.
2. Detroit Lions Supporters
Detroit Lions fans, still reeling from their team’s controversial NFC Championship loss, are among the most vocal about boycotting Super Bowl 59. Social media is ablaze with Lions supporters expressing frustration over perceived unfair officiating and vowing to skip the big game in solidarity with their team[5]. This passionate fanbase ranks second in Twitter posts about boycotting the Super Bowl.
1. Buffalo Bills Fans
Bills Mafia is leading the charge against Super Bowl 59, citing alleged favoritism towards the Kansas City Chiefs. Frustrated by controversial calls in the AFC Championship, Buffalo fans are rallying on social media to boycott the big game. What’s next for the Bills and their fans? Who knows, but for now, their passion for fairness in officiating has sparked a movement that’s gaining traction across the league.
Conclusion
Ultimately, whether the fan-led boycott of Super Bowl 59 will have a significant impact on viewership remains uncertain. Despite the skepticism surrounding the actual follow-through of various fan groups, their unified voice brings to light the broader issue of perceived favoritism and inconsistent officiating in the NFL. As fans rally for change and fairness, it is clear that the league must address these concerns to restore trust and maintain the enthusiasm that drives the sport. The outcome of this movement could shape the future dynamics between the NFL, its teams, and their passionate supporters.