I know what you're thinking…“Finally, a ranking where the Browns have a shot," and you’d be right. We’re going to take some time to recognize some teams that may fly a bit under the radar, along with some of the league's favorite and most talented squads. Each will be assigned a theme song that really resonates with what they've gone through or accomplished in the past few seasons. So buckle up and prepare for this heartbreaking, electrifying and sometimes hilarious musical journey through the NFL.
Buffalo Bills: “Don’t Stop Believin” by Journey
While none of them are small town girls livin in a lonely world, they have had their fair chance at multiple Super Bowls the past few seasons. They've had devastating playoff losses in their last four seasons and just can't seem to catch a break. Long-time Bills Mafia is no stranger to this feeling after the Bills’ four consecutive Super Bowl losses in the 90s. Next season, Josh Allen and the team's talented roster are looking to break the curse and snag that Lombardi trophy. As long as they “Don’t Stop Believin,” their “Journey” will eventually lead them to success.
Cleveland Browns: “Oops!... I Did It Again” by Britney Spears
The Cleveland Browns have been stuck on repeat, playing the same heartbreaking album for decades and the 2024-25 season was no different. They've tossed around quarterbacks and coaches more than a glow stick at a rave, but nothing has released them from this neverending heartbreak. Since 1999, there's only been one season that they were able to make the playoffs (2020), but it was a Britney-spear to the foot when they went back to the bottom of the barrel the following season. Maybe one day they'll hit the right note but until then, it's just another season of “Oops!...they did it again.”
New England Patriots: “Like a Prayer” by Madonna
The New England Patriots were once “Livin On a Prayer,” but after their past few seasons, all they have left to do is pray. The days of Brady and Belichick running the NFL are over and all Pats fans can do is have faith. The Patriots’ fall from grace was anything but elegant. In their previous two seasons the team has had back-to-back records of 4-13 which is a long way from playoff contingency.
All Pats fans can do now is hope for a miracle season where the team can find their way back to the promised land.
Minnesota Vikings: “Dancing Queen” by ABBA
Watching the Vikings celebrate their franchise-best 14-3 season on the field was nothing short of spectacular. They really manifested their inner “Dancing Queen” with their on-field celebrations throughout the season. So much so that the NFL should have really considered putting them out there with Kendrick Lamar for the Super Bowl halftime show. They had everyone involved in their antics with safeties Camryn Bynum and Josh Metellus recreating the iconic White Chicks dance and the team performing the High School Musical “We’re All In This Together” routine. They scored with style all season long but couldn’t quite Camp Rock march their way to the Super Bowl—but at least they had fun! The team turned the end zone into their stage this season, where they danced, jived and had the time of their lives.
Detroit Lions: “Where Have You Been?” by Rihanna
After many unsuccessful seasons, the Lions and Coach Dan Campbell finally clawed their way out of the bottom of the pack. The team had a record of 15-2 this season and won their first NFC North Division title in 30 years. This productive season has proven the team is no longer chasing their tails, but is a real contender. Lions fans can finally release that big sigh of relief and quit asking “Where Have You Been?” because don't worry, folks! Dan Campbell is here to save the day. It seems like the team has finally found its rhythm, so look out for them next season because they'll be back with more bite than ever before.
Edited by Taylor N. Hall
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