Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders

The Minnesota Vikings are named after the ancient Vikings of Scandinavia. And they couldn't have picked bolder colors than gold and purple to showcase their rich, royal heritage. Considering that the team has the highest regular season and combined winning percentage among NFL franchises, one could say that the colors are a lucky charm.

The team's cheerleaders are every bit as striking as the football players. In addition, their well-choreographed displays always bring a new burst of energy to players and fans during every game. If the team's stellar performance isn't enough motivation, their salary of $75K yearly clearly is.

New England Patriots Cheerleaders

The New England Patriots Cheerleaders are in a league of their own. First formed in 1971, the squad has a history of churning out models and beauty queens. In fact, popular model Camille Kostek began her career cheering for the patriots between 2013 and 2014.

Of course, the squad is not only famous for its aesthetics. As a testament to its skills, they were chosen to train Chinese dancers for the 2008 Summer Olympics. But it's all to be expected when you cheer for one of the most successful football teams in the NFL. In 2018, these girls were behind the team as it clinched its sixth Super Bowl.

San Francisco 49ers Gold Rush

The vibrant crimson and white colors should not distract you from the subtle gold on these cheerleaders' outfits. San Francisco's 19th-century gold rush is all the explanation you'll need for how they're named "San Francisco 49ers Gold Rush." And the team's 2019 NFC Championship win gave another opportunity for these girls to taste victory.

The team, formed in 1983, has performed in countries like Japan, the United States, and even parts and parts of Europe. But their popularity also stretches to the media. Further bolstering their reputation, the 49ers' Gold Rush has been featured many times on television shows like MTV, Entertainment Tonight, and ESPN.

Buffalo Jills

The Buffalo Bills are as American as they come, going with the more traditional royal blue, red, white, and navy colors. Founded in 1960, the team derived its name from the All-America Football Conference franchise, The Buffalo Bills.

Similarly, their cheerleading squad is also known as the Buffalo Jills. The squad came into existence in 1960, the same year the football club was formed. At the time, they were made up of eight students from Buffalo State College. Their numbers grew with time, and in 2008, the Jills became the first NFL squad to go multi-national. Sadly, they were disbanded in 2014.

If you think the vibrant green, navy, and wolf grey of the Seattle Seahawks are attractive, then you probably haven't seen their cheer squad in action during games. Somehow, the team manages to make their performances outshine the vibrant colors on their uniforms.

With the Seahawks setting the Guinness World Records for the loudest noise at a sports event twice, you know they bring something different to every game. In 2019, the squad was rebranded as the "Seahawks Dancers" when they added male cheerleaders and stuntmen to the troupe. To the delight of fans, their performances are influenced by Jazz and Hip Hop.

Detroit Lions Cheerleaders

The Detroit Lions keep it simple with silver and blue. And as one of the earliest football teams, they hold the record of being the oldest NFL team to have never appeared in a Super Bowl. However, before the Super Bowl era, the Lions made their mark by winning four NFL Championship between 1935 and 1957.

The team's original cheerleading squad was formed in 1963 and discontinued in 1974. But in 2016, the club announced its decision to create an official squad with the former Director of the Detroit Pistons dance team, Rebecca Girard-Smoker, appointed to head the team. These cheerleaders keep playing their parts to spur the franchise to victory.

Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders

The Baltimore Ravens are one of two teams within the NFL to sport the purple color, and we met the other team earlier on this list. But the color isn't what brings the fans flocking to the stadium to watch their favorite team battle it out on the field. After all, the Ravens claimed the record for consecutive preseason wins in 2021.

The Baltimore Ravens Cheerleaders hold more appeal for players and sports fans alike. Being a co-ed squad, female cheerleaders perform dance moves and acrobatics while the males work on stunts. 2012 was a good year as the team won its second Super Bowl.

Houston Texans Cheerleaders

The Houston Texans are the Texan team that has made the NRG Stadium home. And their official cheerleading squad is a true definition of a 'Day One.' After all, they were formed in 2002, the same year the football team was created. Although they are usually marketed as a traditional cheerleading squad, they are best described as a dance team.

Apart from the usual responsibility of cheering during home games and other club-related events, the Texans Cheerleaders also make off-field appearances at community events and parties. No one can match the enthusiasm of these ladies when their team faces rivals like the Tennesse Titans and the Dallas Cowboys.

Arizona Cardinals Cheerleaders

Since they were established in 1898, the Arizona Cardinals have progressed consistently, so much so that it's impossible not to acknowledge them. Since 1920, they've been part of the NFL. While you'll expect a championship from them, they are yet to win a Super Bowl.

Their last shot at the prestigious trophy was in 2008, and you bet this cheerleading team was out in full force. Their signature outfit features the color white and some red accent. And what better way to finish off than with red pom-poms. Seven trophies, including the 2015 NFC West Championship, motivate these girls to keep supporting the team.

Saints Cheer Krewe

Since their inception in 1967, the New Orleans Saints cheerleading team has been known by several names, including Saintstations, which they adopted in 1987. However, in 2021 they opted for the "Saints Cheer Krewe." With Tommy Walker, director of entertainment at Disneyland, putting together the first team, you know they meant business.

Their black and white outfit isn't the only unique thing about the New Orleans Saints, their performances that they sure love what they do. They showed this in 2021 when the Saints won the NFC South Division Championship. Madeleine Overby, who won Miss Mississippi in 2009, used to be on the team.

Las Vegas Raiderettes

When the team you cheer for is known for bringing home more wins than losses, then you have more than enough reason to keep cheering for them. The Las Vegas Raiders have three Super Bowl wins from five appearances. In addition, fans have some of the best cheerleaders anyone could ask for.

The Last Vegas Raiderettes pride themselves in recruiting only the fittest, prettiest, and most skillful ladies to be part of their team. It's all fair and square if you're one of the best, and they give everyone a chance to audition every year between April and July. Some cheerleaders have gone on to become models, TV personalities, etc.

Denver Broncos Cheerleaders

Since their creation in 1993, the Denver Broncos cheerleading squad has almost always made an appearance on game day. Whenever the Broncos are playing, this squad's orange, white, and denim outfit makes them hard to miss. In 2015, the Broncos won their third Super Bowl, and you bet these ladies were out in full force.

If you're looking for a cheerleading squad with more to be proud of than their looks, fitness, and dancing skills, this one fits the bill. These women aren't only assessed by the skills you'll expect a cheerleader to have. In addition, their achievements and level of service to the community are considered.

This team was formed in 2006 with the distinct name Jets Flag Crew. However, in 2007 they decided to go with "Jets Flight Crew." Their name wasn't the only thing that changed. While the team started with only six members, recruitment was ramped up significantly.

For the New York Jets, we can assume that appearing once in a Super Bowl doesn't matter as long as you come out as the winning team, as they did in 1969. With their team's overall record of over 400 wins in their 60-season history, the Jets Flight Crew have more than enough reason to keep cheering enthusiastically.

Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders

For a team called the Miami Dolphins, having aqua and coral as official colors show an impressive level of commitment we can't help but appreciate. Still, the only thing more impressive than being the first team to appear in three consecutive Super Bowls is having a cheerleading squad that never flops.

The original Dolphins squad was formed at the time of the team's inception in 1966, with 125 girls. But over time, the criteria for recruitment have been revised, and auditions are hosted each May. A notable alumnus of the team is Jeanette Dousdebes Rubio, wife of U.S. Senator Marco Rubio.

Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders

The Philadelphia Eagles are one of the most well-known teams in the NFL. Their reputation is boosted because they've appeared in four pre-merger NFL Championships, winning three of them. In addition, the team has won 14 division titles since its inception.

But their cheer squad, which made its debut in 1948, is just as famous. The Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders hold auditions at the Kimmel Center every April. These girls are also trendsetters because they're the first squad to release their annual swimsuit calendars on iOS and Android systems. Since 2019, Kyle Tanguay has been the first male cheerleader on the team in a long time.

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders

Melissa Rycroft and Sarah Shahi are former members of the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders who went on to achieve success in show business. While the former won season 13 of "The Bachelor," Shahi starred in "Person of Interest."

If you're wondering why the squad is nicknamed America's Sweethearts, it's because these royal blue and white-clad ladies are some of the best. The DCC is so famous that since 2006, its produced a reality television series titled "Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team." The Dallas Cowboys' five Super Bowls were won in the '70s and '90s, but that's not stopping these girls from cheering them on enthusiastically today.

Cincinnati Ben-Gals

The Cincinnati Bengals proudly sport their black, orange, and white colors. In 2021 when they announced a new uniform design, the set still retained the signature stripes, a nod to the Bengal cat breed. If you're at the Paul Brown Stadium for a game, apart from the "Who Dey" chant, their cheerleaders will leave an impression.

The squad prefers to show off the stripes on the sleeves and waistband of their outfits. And whoever named them the "Cincinnati Ben-Gals" didn't have to rack their brain. The ladies brought renewed energy to the field in 2021 when the Bengals won the AFC North championship with a 10-7 record.

Bucs Cheerleaders

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have a lot going for them. First, in 2003, they won the Super Bowl titles, and after many years, naysayers probably assumed it was a one-off. But they put those doubts to rest in 2021 when they won their second Super Bowl with the help of NFL legend Tom Brady.

But before you get caught up with the skills of Brady and co, how about some appreciation for their cheerleaders? The Buccaneers are never one to settle for just two colors which is why they go with orange, red, grey, and pewter. The cheerleading squad is also one of the few with male members.

Los Angeles Charger Girls

The official colors of the San Diego Chargers are navy blue, powder blue, gold, and white. Somehow, the cheerleaders have seamlessly incorporated all shades into their eye-catching outfits. But don't get too distracted by the outfits because these ladies are true professionals with the skills to prove it.

The Los Angeles Charger Girls squad was formed in 1990 under the management of "e2k event x entertainment." They also served as ambassadors for the football team, making several non-game appearances to help bolster the name and reputation of the club. Unfortunately, the squad was dissolved in 2021 due to financial constraints.

Jacksonville Roar

The Jacksonville Jaguars made quite an impact in NFL as the youngest expansion team to appear in a conference championship. Sadly, they are also one of four NFL franchises that have never played in the Super Bowl. Their cheerleading squad, aptly named "Jacksonville Roar," was established in 1995.

Despite the somewhat lackluster reputation of the team in recent years, these ladies know how to bring a renewed vigor to their choreographed routines. Glassdoor reports that each lady on the team earns an average of $34.5K annually. In 2021, the Jaguars announced that their designated home jersey color would be teal.

Green Bay Packers Cheerleaders

The Green Bay Packers cheer squad was initially named the Green Bay Packerettes when it was first formed in the '50s. But since then, it has undergone multiple name changes under different administrations. So the names Golden Girls and Green Bay Sideliners all refer to the same cheerleading group.

The squad was first formed when Bernie Matzke assembled a group of baton twirlers to boost team morale during games. Eventually, their routine evolved to include dance, acrobatics, and skits. However, the Packers decided to switch things up by relying on cheerleading squads from universities like St. Nobert's and the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay.

 

Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders

In 2017, the Atlanta Falcons adopted the Mercedes-Benz Stadium as their new home field. The team's yet to win a Super Bowl, but that's not stopping the Falcon cheerleaders from consistently putting on an immaculate display of acrobatics during every home game.

Like every other cheerleading squad within the NFL, the Falcons get a fair share of interested candidates yearly. In 2022 alone, 300 hopefuls applied for a chance to join the team. But in the end, only eight rookies were handpicked to join 32 returners in the official squad. The cheerleaders have professionals from all fields serving as community ambassadors off-field.

Tennessee Titans Cheerleaders

The Tennessee Titans belong on the list of NFL cheerleaders whose fame matches and rivals that of the official football team. Since the squad was established in 1975, it embraced a co-ed setup from 1999 to 2003, with the male cheerleaders performing high-risk stunting.

Although male cheerleaders were put out of commission for over a decade, they were reintroduced in 2019. Off the field, the Titans have made appearances on shows like "The Dr. Oz Show" and "The Oprah Winfrey Show." They've even got notable personalities like two former Miss Tennessee USA, Haley Brooke Sowers and Kiara Young, in their ranks.

Indianapolis Colts Cheerleaders

Several professional football teams have white and blue in their team colors. With how popular those colors are, you could never mistake the Indianapolis Colts Cheerleaders for another, thanks to their horseshoe logo. If you watch them perform during home games at the Lucas Oil Stadium, their enthusiasm will capture your attention.

The football team was founded in 1953 by Carroll Rosenbloom and has won three NFLC Championship games, two conference championships, and appeared in several Super Bowls. Their cheer squad, founded in 1954, is the first cheerleading squad established within the NFL. The team performs at community-geared events off-field. In 2022, they had a 26-member squad.

Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders

The Los Angeles Rams cheer squad was established in 1974 during the football team's original tenure in Los Angeles. At the time, they went by the more fanciful name, "Embraceable Ewes." But once they moved to St. Louis, Missouri, they became known as the St. Louis Rams Cheerleaders.

As you guessed, their new name is courtesy of their move to Los Angeles. Notable members of the squad include former lead singer of Apollonia 6, Apollonia Kotero, and famous sports broadcaster Lisa Guerrero. In 2019, two of their cheerleaders made history by becoming the first men to cheer during the Super Bowl.

Carolina TopCats

The Caroline Panthers cheerleaders are known as the Carolina TopCats. As their name connotes, they always appear at home games in top form. As a nod to inclusivity, the squad made history in 2022 by becoming the first NFL cheerleading team with a transgender member.

Off-field, the TopCats follow to perform community service by representing the team at corporate and charity events. Although the official football team established in 1993 is the newest in the NFL, they've done an excellent job of letting their accomplishments speak for them. Since joining the league in 1995, they have won the NFC Conference Championship twice.

Chiefs Cheerleaders

In 2020, the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in the Super Bowl LIV, earning their first championship in 50 years. But despite them losing Super Bowl LV in 2021, the red-hot energy their cheerleaders brought to the field remains fresh in fans' memories.

The Chiefs Cheerleaders have been in force since the team's inception in 1960. From 1986 to 1992, the squad featured a mix of men and women. Through the remaining years, every fiery-hot performance was showcased by an all-female team. However, in 2020, one man finally joined their ranks. As for their salary, they each earn around $75k annually.

Washington Commanders Cheerleaders

The Washington Commanders have quite a reputation. In the past, they've been known by other names. However, in 2022, they rebranded as the Commanders. Since the team was founded in 1952, they've played over 1,000 games. But even more interesting is that they are one of only five NLF teams that have chalked up over 600 total wins.

Although the Commanders used to have a cheerleading squad, it was scraped in 2021, marking an end to energetic choreographed performances at their home games. While fans weren't pleased with the decision, the team's management announced its intention to replace the cheer squad with a mixed dance team.