When it comes to diehard fans, few teams in the NFL have the kind of massive army the Pittsburgh Steelers have, which is evident if you attend any Steelers game, whether they are at home or on the road.
When you add that diehard passion and desire to win (and probably some alcohol), things can get a little heated and colorful during Steelers games, and especially for those rooting for Pittsburgh's opponent.
In a recent article from aGamble.com ranking every fanbase in the league from most to least rude, Steelers fans were ranked as the fifth-most rude group, trailing only the fans of the Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys, Las Vegas Raiders and New England Patriots from No. 1 to No. 4.
What was Steelers fans' rudest behavior, according to the survey? Using profanity. Adding to that, Steelers fans were voted "the most foul-mouthed' in the NFL.
"You might want to bring along your earmuffs the next time you’re at a Pittsburgh Steelers game, and not just because of the city’s cold winter temperatures," aGamble wrote. "According to respondents, Steelers fans are the most foul-mouthed in the league, earning them the No. 5 spot on our 'rudest' NFL fans ranking."
Here's more on how aGamble.com came up with its results.
In August 2024, we conducted a nationwide survey to gather insights into the perceived behavior of NFL fans, head coaches, and starting quarterbacks. The survey sample comprised 1,200 participants who regularly watch the NFL, selected from diverse demographic backgrounds across the United States. Demographics: The survey respondents included 42% females, 57% males, and 1% identifying as non-binary/non-conforming. The average age of the respondents was 42 years. Limitations: The survey responses rely on self-reporting, which may be subject to recall bias or social desirability bias.
The use of profanity was voted as the fourth-most offensive fan behavior overall among all of the ones mentioned in the survey, with standing up and blocking the view, spilling beer or drinks and cutting in line ranking just ahead of it.
Hey, at least Steelers fans aren't like Eagles fans, whose worst fan behavior was starting fights. Using some naughty words is quite tame in comparison.
