Rampage, KC Wolf and a bunch of huge-headed dudes: A definitive guide to NFL mascots
A flipping ram.
A streaking cat.
Dudes with big heads — and even bigger chins.
A walking dolphin.
A sky-diving eagle.
An elf.
There are all kinds of wacky characters in the fraternity of NFL mascots, each with its own personality, quirks and charm. One thing every one of those anthropomorphic animals and fake humans have in common is an undying passion and devotion to the teams they represent.
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Want to pay them a visit? Here’s a handy guide that can help get you to each of their home stadiums, with some background on each furry friend so you’ll have something to talk about when you meet. (Conversations with team mascots do tend to be a little one-sided.)
Four teams — the Chargers, Green Bay Packers, New York Giants and New York Jets — do not have mascots, but they are included on the list, so you can check out one of their games as well.
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Big Red
Arizona Cardinals
Home: State Farm Stadium
The franchise had been around a full century before its only mascot hatched in 1998. The 6-foot-4 bird with a 7-foot wingspan has told some harrowing (and not-at-all made up) tales involving hungry tailgaters at the oven-like Sun Devil Stadium, where he spent his first eight years. He’s determined to “protect the nest†from rival mascots at all costs.
The franchise had been around a full century before its only mascot hatched in 1998. The 6-foot-4 bird with a 7-foot wingspan has told some harrowing (and not-at-all made up) tales involving hungry tailgaters at the oven-like Sun Devil Stadium, where he spent his first eight years. He’s determined to “protect the nest†from rival mascots at all costs.
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Freddie Falcon
Atlanta Falcons
Home: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Voted by his peers as the 2024 NFL mascot of the year, Freddie does a lot of great work in the community and provides family-friendly entertainment. A bit of advice, though: Don’t mess with Freddie Falcon. Just ask the Bucs fan who infiltrated the field during a 2016 game. Or the youth football player who was part of a 2022 incident that may or may not have been staged. The oversized bird has been known to zipline into the stadium while hanging from his ankles. Need we say more?
Voted by his peers as the 2024 NFL mascot of the year, Freddie does a lot of great work in the community and provides family-friendly entertainment. A bit of advice, though: Don’t mess with Freddie Falcon. Just ask the Bucs fan who infiltrated the field during a 2016 game. Or the youth football player who was part of a 2022 incident that may or may not have been staged. The oversized bird has been known to zipline into the stadium while hanging from his ankles. Need we say more?
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Poe
Baltimore Ravens
Home: M&T Stadium
This is one tough bird. Poe was declared out for the year after suffering a legitimate leg injury while playing against a youth football team during the 2022 preseason, only to make a triumphant, WWE-style return for a January 2023 game against AFC North rival Pittsburgh. According to his official bio, Poe is a fitness buff who loves protein shakes and lists “people doing curls in the squat rack†as a pet peeve.
This is one tough bird. Poe was declared out for the year after suffering a legitimate leg injury while playing against a youth football team during the 2022 preseason, only to make a triumphant, WWE-style return for a January 2023 game against AFC North rival Pittsburgh. According to his official bio, Poe is a fitness buff who loves protein shakes and lists “people doing curls in the squat rack†as a pet peeve.
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Billy Buffalo
Buffalo Bills
Home: Highmark Stadium
Billy Buffalo was once an imposing figure — 8 feet tall, ripped and fierce. But before his 19th season in 2018, the blue bison underwent what the team described as a “makeover.†Now listed as 7-foot-2, he’s pudgy and ... well, cute. Fans in Buffalo were outraged over the transformation at the time, but the kinder, gentler Billy is still around, wearing his “BB†jersey and enjoying a plate of wings with (of course) blue cheese.
Billy Buffalo was once an imposing figure — 8 feet tall, ripped and fierce. But before his 19th season in 2018, the blue bison underwent what the team described as a “makeover.†Now listed as 7-foot-2, he’s pudgy and ... well, cute. Fans in Buffalo were outraged over the transformation at the time, but the kinder, gentler Billy is still around, wearing his “BB†jersey and enjoying a plate of wings with (of course) blue cheese.
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Sir Purr
Carolina Panthers
Home: Bank of America Stadium
First of all, he’s a panther, not a bear. That might seem pretty obvious given the team’s nickname, but it wasn’t to then-Carolina receiver Robby Anderson in 2020. At least Sir Purr has a sense of humor; he references the blunder in his Twitter display name and Instagram bio. He averages a league-best 451 hugs a game, according to his bio, and is likely the only mascot to have attempted to field a punt during an actual game.
First of all, he’s a panther, not a bear. That might seem pretty obvious given the team’s nickname, but it wasn’t to then-Carolina receiver Robby Anderson in 2020. At least Sir Purr has a sense of humor; he references the blunder in his Twitter display name and Instagram bio. He averages a league-best 451 hugs a game, according to his bio, and is likely the only mascot to have attempted to field a punt during an actual game.
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Staley Da Bear
Chicago Bears
Home: Soldier Field
This bear, whose name references both original franchise — the Decatur Staleys — and a classic “SNL†skit, celebrated his 20th season in 2023. Staley holds the team record for longest butt bounce (40 yards) and has been known to visit newborn babies at area hospitals. Surely it’s not at all terrifying for them to open their eyes for the first time and see a creature whose height is listed as “Tall†and weight as “Heavier Than You!â€
This bear, whose name references both original franchise — the Decatur Staleys — and a classic “SNL†skit, celebrated his 20th season in 2023. Staley holds the team record for longest butt bounce (40 yards) and has been known to visit newborn babies at area hospitals. Surely it’s not at all terrifying for them to open their eyes for the first time and see a creature whose height is listed as “Tall†and weight as “Heavier Than You!â€
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Who Dey
Cincinnati Bengals
Home: Paycor Stadium
The only NFL mascot whose name doubles as a catch phrase chanted by the team’s faithful, Who Dey tends to take it hard when the Bengals struggle. A thoughtful gift-giver, he once gave Joe Burrow a book of things to do in Cincinnati after the franchise quarterback was quoted as saying, “There’s not a ton to do†in the city, and Ja’Marr Chase an Uno card game to match the star receiver’s jersey number.
The only NFL mascot whose name doubles as a catch phrase chanted by the team’s faithful, Who Dey tends to take it hard when the Bengals struggle. A thoughtful gift-giver, he once gave Joe Burrow a book of things to do in Cincinnati after the franchise quarterback was quoted as saying, “There’s not a ton to do†in the city, and Ja’Marr Chase an Uno card game to match the star receiver’s jersey number.
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Brownie the Elf
Cleveland Browns
Home: Huntington Bank Field
After becoming the first official Browns mascot all the way back in 1946, Brownie has seen his relevance fluctuate over the decades, in part because one-time owner Art Modell was known to loathe the bizarre creature. Although he still shares the spotlight with fellow mascot Chomps the dog, Brownie received a huge nod of approval from Cleveland fans in 2022 when they voted to make his likeness the stadium’s midfield logo.
After becoming the first official Browns mascot all the way back in 1946, Brownie has seen his relevance fluctuate over the decades, in part because one-time owner Art Modell was known to loathe the bizarre creature. Although he still shares the spotlight with fellow mascot Chomps the dog, Brownie received a huge nod of approval from Cleveland fans in 2022 when they voted to make his likeness the stadium’s midfield logo.
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Rowdy
Dallas Cowboys
Home: AT&T Stadium
The oversized hat. The boots. The chaps. The royal blue bandanna. Rowdy is a cowboy through and through. He also wears wide receiver gloves and puts them to good use. An Instagram video from 2023 training camp shows him making one-handed catches with such ease that some fans suspected it was actually Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb in disguise. The mascot isn’t quite as skilled at fielding punts though, as displayed in another video from camp.
The oversized hat. The boots. The chaps. The royal blue bandanna. Rowdy is a cowboy through and through. He also wears wide receiver gloves and puts them to good use. An Instagram video from 2023 training camp shows him making one-handed catches with such ease that some fans suspected it was actually Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb in disguise. The mascot isn’t quite as skilled at fielding punts though, as displayed in another video from camp.
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Miles
Denver Broncos
Home: Empower Field at Mile High
Born in the Rocky Mountains on Jan. 31, 1999 — the same night John Elway led the Broncos to a second consecutive Super Bowl victory — Miles was raised by a pack of wild horses, who just happened to be huge fans of Denver’s NFL franchise, and eventually became the team’s mascot. These days, he can be found crowd-surfing at Mile High, leading cheers from atop the stadium’s giant video screen and planning office parties (not one of his strong points).
Born in the Rocky Mountains on Jan. 31, 1999 — the same night John Elway led the Broncos to a second consecutive Super Bowl victory — Miles was raised by a pack of wild horses, who just happened to be huge fans of Denver’s NFL franchise, and eventually became the team’s mascot. These days, he can be found crowd-surfing at Mile High, leading cheers from atop the stadium’s giant video screen and planning office parties (not one of his strong points).
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Roary
Detroit Lions
Home: Ford Field
Roary may not be a real lion, which is a good thing because the NFL apparently frowns on live animals roaming the sidelines, as Detroit coach Dan Campbell learned during the 2023 offseason. But he does have an absolutely fantastic mane of hair. Unlike a lot of felines, though, Roary is apparently a dog lover. He also is a great interview — even if he does answer most questions with enthusiastic hand claps and gestures.
Roary may not be a real lion, which is a good thing because the NFL apparently frowns on live animals roaming the sidelines, as Detroit coach Dan Campbell learned during the 2023 offseason. But he does have an absolutely fantastic mane of hair. Unlike a lot of felines, though, Roary is apparently a dog lover. He also is a great interview — even if he does answer most questions with enthusiastic hand claps and gestures.
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The Packers don't have a mascot, but ...
Green Bay Packers
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Toro
Houston Texans
Home: NRG Stadium
Toro is the Ashton Kutcher of NFL mascots. He has punked everyone from opposing fans to Texans players, cheerleaders and office staff — and, of course, he’s documented it all with video on social media. Some of his favorite pranks are high in concept, such as the football on a string or the leaning tower of presents; others are pretty basic, like purposely bopping folks in the face with the pompom on his Santa hat or just startling the living daylights out of people.
Toro is the Ashton Kutcher of NFL mascots. He has punked everyone from opposing fans to Texans players, cheerleaders and office staff — and, of course, he’s documented it all with video on social media. Some of his favorite pranks are high in concept, such as the football on a string or the leaning tower of presents; others are pretty basic, like purposely bopping folks in the face with the pompom on his Santa hat or just startling the living daylights out of people.
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Blue
Indianapolis Colts
Home: Lucas Oil Stadium
This is your mom’s favorite mascot. We’re not sure if that’s true, but it’s the only information given in his TikTok bio. For someone who loves literally slapping people in the face with a whipped cream pie, Blue is well respected in the mascot community. He’s one of only three NFL representatives in the Mascot Hall of Fame (KC Wolf of the Chiefs and Jaxson de Ville of the Jaguars are the others) and has been named by his peers as the NFL mascot of the year three times.
This is your mom’s favorite mascot. We’re not sure if that’s true, but it’s the only information given in his TikTok bio. For someone who loves literally slapping people in the face with a whipped cream pie, Blue is well respected in the mascot community. He’s one of only three NFL representatives in the Mascot Hall of Fame (KC Wolf of the Chiefs and Jaxson de Ville of the Jaguars are the others) and has been named by his peers as the NFL mascot of the year three times.
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Jaxson de Ville
Jacksonville Jaguars
Home: EverBank Stadium
This guy is crazy. He’s the reason the NFL has a rule prohibiting mascots from coming within six feet of the field or taunting the other team during games. The 2024 Mascot Hall of Fame inductee loves to fly around the stadium on a zipline bungee cord, even though he once got stuck hanging over the field by his feet. And who can forget the time in 2022 when Jaxson stripped off his frumpy, furry exterior and spent the entire game wearing nothing but his mascot head and a thong. Yikes!
This guy is crazy. He’s the reason the NFL has a rule prohibiting mascots from coming within six feet of the field or taunting the other team during games. The 2024 Mascot Hall of Fame inductee loves to fly around the stadium on a zipline bungee cord, even though he once got stuck hanging over the field by his feet. And who can forget the time in 2022 when Jaxson stripped off his frumpy, furry exterior and spent the entire game wearing nothing but his mascot head and a thong. Yikes!
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KC Wolf
Kansas City Chiefs
Home: GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
The first NFL mascot to be inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame, KC Wolf can be tough when he needs to be; he’s been known to help security take down drunk fans on the field. But he also has a romantic side, and has assisted fans with at-game marriage proposals at least 150 times. Dan Meers, the man who has played KC for more than 30 years, nearly died on the job in 2013 when he fell 75 feet into the top-deck seats while practicing a stunt.
The first NFL mascot to be inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame, KC Wolf can be tough when he needs to be; he’s been known to help security take down drunk fans on the field. But he also has a romantic side, and has assisted fans with at-game marriage proposals at least 150 times. Dan Meers, the man who has played KC for more than 30 years, nearly died on the job in 2013 when he fell 75 feet into the top-deck seats while practicing a stunt.
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Raider Rusher
Las Vegas Raiders
Home: Allegiant Stadium
When he made his debut in 2013, the Raider Rusher had an odd, somewhat frightening appearance: no torso, only arms and legs sprouting out of an enormous head. These days, he’s possibly the most normal looking of all the costumed ambassadors of NFL teams — just a slightly oversized human in Raiders gear with the only weirdness being the fact that his eyebrows can somehow be seen through his mask.
When he made his debut in 2013, the Raider Rusher had an odd, somewhat frightening appearance: no torso, only arms and legs sprouting out of an enormous head. These days, he’s possibly the most normal looking of all the costumed ambassadors of NFL teams — just a slightly oversized human in Raiders gear with the only weirdness being the fact that his eyebrows can somehow be seen through his mask.
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The Chargers don't have a mascot, but ...
Inglewood L.A. Chargers
... maybe this fan at SoFi Stadium wants the job.
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Rampage
Inglewood L.A. Rams
Home: SoFi Stadium
He may have joined the Rams back in St. Louis, replacing the strange and short-lived Ramster, but Rampage fits in here in Los Angeles. He’s got a sweet ride, has an amazing wardrobe, knows all the hip handshakes and has the coolest friends. More fun facts: He’s pretty darn good at the Ping Pong bounce challenge; he once claimed to be the only NFL mascot who does backflips; and he’s always up for a rousing game of Jenga, pat-a-cake or rock-paper-scissors.
He may have joined the Rams back in St. Louis, replacing the strange and short-lived Ramster, but Rampage fits in here in Los Angeles. He’s got a sweet ride, has an amazing wardrobe, knows all the hip handshakes and has the coolest friends. More fun facts: He’s pretty darn good at the Ping Pong bounce challenge; he once claimed to be the only NFL mascot who does backflips; and he’s always up for a rousing game of Jenga, pat-a-cake or rock-paper-scissors.
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T.D.
Miami Dolphins
Home: Hard Rock Stadium
For a couple years in the 1960s, Miami’s football team would transport a real dolphin from the city’s aquarium to the Orange Bowl on game days. The 1994 movie “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective†portrayed the team having an actual sea creature in the same role. But since 1997, the team’s mascot has been a two-legged mammal who walks around on dry land wearing a Dolphins uniform with a helmet way too small for his head.
For a couple years in the 1960s, Miami’s football team would transport a real dolphin from the city’s aquarium to the Orange Bowl on game days. The 1994 movie “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective†portrayed the team having an actual sea creature in the same role. But since 1997, the team’s mascot has been a two-legged mammal who walks around on dry land wearing a Dolphins uniform with a helmet way too small for his head.
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Viktor the Viking
Minnesota Vikings
Home: U.S. Bank Stadium
Viktor may have the most detailed backstory of any NFL mascot. Apparently he was a great Viking from the Middle Ages who somehow became the recipient of Thor’s mighty hammer, was frozen in ice for centuries, eventually thawed out and became the Vikings mascot — but only after failing to make the team as a player. It’s all there in his bio, but, honestly, it’s kind of a tedious read. Here’s a link to a word search based on Viktor’s mustache, if that’s more your speed.
Viktor may have the most detailed backstory of any NFL mascot. Apparently he was a great Viking from the Middle Ages who somehow became the recipient of Thor’s mighty hammer, was frozen in ice for centuries, eventually thawed out and became the Vikings mascot — but only after failing to make the team as a player. It’s all there in his bio, but, honestly, it’s kind of a tedious read. Here’s a link to a word search based on Viktor’s mustache, if that’s more your speed.
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Pat Patriot
New England Patriots
Home: Gillette Stadium
The Patriots mascot shares a name with the character from the team’s classic logo, although that Pat was retired and replaced by the current version in 1993, two years before mascot Pat made his debut. With a jawline that even Buzz Lightyear would envy, Pat lists his weight as “100% muscle.†In a bizarre incident at a practice for the 2019 Pro Bowl, the mascot was tackled by Jets safety Jamal Adams, who later explained he did so simply because “everybody was booing him.â€
The Patriots mascot shares a name with the character from the team’s classic logo, although that Pat was retired and replaced by the current version in 1993, two years before mascot Pat made his debut. With a jawline that even Buzz Lightyear would envy, Pat lists his weight as “100% muscle.†In a bizarre incident at a practice for the 2019 Pro Bowl, the mascot was tackled by Jets safety Jamal Adams, who later explained he did so simply because “everybody was booing him.â€
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Sir Saint and Gumbo
New Orleans Saints
Home: Caesars Superdome
Gumbo was once played by actual dogs before being reintroduced in his current form during the 1990s. He was briefly replaced in the early 2000s by an odd and wildly unpopular creature named Mambo. Sir Saint (and his massively macho chin) was part of the team’s original logo in the 1960s and was revived decades later. The two mascots have been known to help each other out with tasks both mundane and exhilarating.
Gumbo was once played by actual dogs before being reintroduced in his current form during the 1990s. He was briefly replaced in the early 2000s by an odd and wildly unpopular creature named Mambo. Sir Saint (and his massively macho chin) was part of the team’s original logo in the 1960s and was revived decades later. The two mascots have been known to help each other out with tasks both mundane and exhilarating.
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The Giants don't have a mascot, but ...
New York Giants
... maybe this fan at MetLife Stadium wants the job.
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The Jets don't have a mascot, but ...
New York Jets
... maybe this fan at MetLife Stadium wants the job.
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Swoop
Philadelphia Eagles
Home: Lincoln Financial Field
Swoop certainly knows how to make an entrance. He made his debut in 1996 by skydiving into Veterans Stadium from 10,000 feet above, then quickly joining the cheerleaders for a dance number at midfield. Years later, when the Eagles were announced before the start of Super Bowl XXXIX, Swoop was the only one to come running out of the tunnel after a burst pipe at Alltel Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla., prevented the rest of the team from joining him.
Swoop certainly knows how to make an entrance. He made his debut in 1996 by skydiving into Veterans Stadium from 10,000 feet above, then quickly joining the cheerleaders for a dance number at midfield. Years later, when the Eagles were announced before the start of Super Bowl XXXIX, Swoop was the only one to come running out of the tunnel after a burst pipe at Alltel Stadium in Jacksonville, Fla., prevented the rest of the team from joining him.
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Steely McBeam
Pittsburgh Steelers
Home: Acrisure Stadium
With a massive jaw rumored to have been modeled after that of Hall of Fame coach Bill Cowher, Steely McBeam was created as part of the Steelers’ 75th anniversary celebration in 2007. Or was he? A 2024 origin story — which happens to double as a Visa commercial — follows a young Steely as he pursues his dream of becoming the Steelers mascot, despite the initial disapproval of his steelworker father. Even a tough guy like Cowher might get misty-eyed watching this cinematic masterpiece.
With a massive jaw rumored to have been modeled after that of Hall of Fame coach Bill Cowher, Steely McBeam was created as part of the Steelers’ 75th anniversary celebration in 2007. Or was he? A 2024 origin story — which happens to double as a Visa commercial — follows a young Steely as he pursues his dream of becoming the Steelers mascot, despite the initial disapproval of his steelworker father. Even a tough guy like Cowher might get misty-eyed watching this cinematic masterpiece.
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Sourdough Sam
San Francisco 49ers
Home: Levi’s Stadium
Sourdough Sam never misses an opportunity to show off his dance moves. Like this time with team legend Jerry Rice. And this time with rapper 2 Chainz. And this time with rapper E-40. And this time with rapper Stunnaman. He can do the Kiki dance. He can do the cupid shuffle. On top of all that, he is also an expert beatboxer. Pretty hip for a bushy-bearded miner whose favorite fashion accessories are blue suspenders, a yellow neck bandanna and a 10-gallon hat.
Sourdough Sam never misses an opportunity to show off his dance moves. Like this time with team legend Jerry Rice. And this time with rapper 2 Chainz. And this time with rapper E-40. And this time with rapper Stunnaman. He can do the Kiki dance. He can do the cupid shuffle. On top of all that, he is also an expert beatboxer. Pretty hip for a bushy-bearded miner whose favorite fashion accessories are blue suspenders, a yellow neck bandanna and a 10-gallon hat.
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Blitz the Seahawk
Seattle Seahawks
Home: Lumen Field
Blitz has been around since 1998, but he still seems a little insecure about his job. The special teams players definitely like him, though. His favorite mode of transportation is his trusty scooter, but apparently he also has a time machine. That’s how the team website explains the 2014 arrival of his adolescent sidekick, Boom. A third mascot, a real-life hawk named Taima, has flown from the Seahawks tunnel to midfield before home games since 2005.
Blitz has been around since 1998, but he still seems a little insecure about his job. The special teams players definitely like him, though. His favorite mode of transportation is his trusty scooter, but apparently he also has a time machine. That’s how the team website explains the 2014 arrival of his adolescent sidekick, Boom. A third mascot, a real-life hawk named Taima, has flown from the Seahawks tunnel to midfield before home games since 2005.
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Captain Fear
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Home: Raymond James Stadium
He’s got a vicious scar on his right cheek. His facial hair (including his eyebrows) is untamed. His shoulders are tattooed. His teeth are clenched in a permanent grimace. Yes, Captain Fear is everything his name suggests ... and everything the dapper, winking Bucco Bruce was not. But get this: The gritty pirate who has been the Buccaneers mascot since 2000 and the creamsicle-colored swashbuckler who once graced the team’s logo are actually best friends and confidants.
He’s got a vicious scar on his right cheek. His facial hair (including his eyebrows) is untamed. His shoulders are tattooed. His teeth are clenched in a permanent grimace. Yes, Captain Fear is everything his name suggests ... and everything the dapper, winking Bucco Bruce was not. But get this: The gritty pirate who has been the Buccaneers mascot since 2000 and the creamsicle-colored swashbuckler who once graced the team’s logo are actually best friends and confidants.
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T-Rac
Tennessee Titans
Home: Nissan Stadium
T-Rac seems like a great guy. He’s fun, sometimes arriving at home games on a chariot. He’s adventurous, known to rappel down the highest buildings in downtown Nashville. He’s thoughtful, having started a Random Acts of Kindness challenge. And he’s helpful, frequently stepping in to offer his expertise on local newscasts. He’s definitely not the type who would do something like this (that guy was clearly an imposter — and not a very good one, at that).
T-Rac seems like a great guy. He’s fun, sometimes arriving at home games on a chariot. He’s adventurous, known to rappel down the highest buildings in downtown Nashville. He’s thoughtful, having started a Random Acts of Kindness challenge. And he’s helpful, frequently stepping in to offer his expertise on local newscasts. He’s definitely not the type who would do something like this (that guy was clearly an imposter — and not a very good one, at that).
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Major Tuddy
Washington Commanders
Home: Northwest Stadium
Major Tuddy is the newest member of the NFL mascot family, making his FedEx Field debut during a Jan. 1, 2023, game against the Cleveland Browns. He’s a pig, a nod to the Hogs nickname of the franchise’s offensive lines of the 1980s and 1990s. He’s a major, a tribute to the military population in the Washington area. His last name is a hip way to say the word “touchdown.†And he chose jersey number 00 because it resembles his snout.
Major Tuddy is the newest member of the NFL mascot family, making his FedEx Field debut during a Jan. 1, 2023, game against the Cleveland Browns. He’s a pig, a nod to the Hogs nickname of the franchise’s offensive lines of the 1980s and 1990s. He’s a major, a tribute to the military population in the Washington area. His last name is a hip way to say the word “touchdown.†And he chose jersey number 00 because it resembles his snout.
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