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Terrible Towels, Cheeseheads, and Tomahawk Chops: NFL Traditions

A tradition is defined as the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation. When it comes to many football teams, there are some pretty cool traditions, and in some other cases, they are downright wacky. Let's see if you can match the tradition to the team. Here we go!

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Terrible Towels, Cheeseheads, and Tomahawk Chops: NFL Traditions

Which NFL team's fans wave the 'Terrible Towel'?

Which NFC North team always plays on Thanksgiving?

What NFL team originated the 'Gatorade Bath' for their Head Coach after a win?

What NFL team retired the #12 in honour of their fans (The 12th man)?

In what team's NFL stadium will you find fans doing the 'Tomahawk Chop'?

Which NFC East team always plays on Thansgiving?

What NFL team's fans dress up as one of their former Head Coaches?

What NFL team plays the song 'Mr Brightside' during every game?

What NFL team has a section of seats behind one endzone called 'The Dog Pound'?

What NFL team's fans wear blocks of cheese on their heads?

What NFL team's fans are known as 'Who Dat Nation'?

What NFL team's players and fans used to do a dance called 'The Dirty Bird'?

Where do home players celebrate TDs by doing the 'Lambeau Leap'?

What NFL team's fans jump off of vans on to flaming tables while tailgating?

What NFL team has a section of seats behind one endzone called 'The Black Hole'?

What NFL team fires off a cannon after they score a touchdown?

What NFL team's fans do a 'SKOL' chant?

What NFL team has a militia that fires muskets after their team scores?

What NFL team's fans sing and dance to the Styx song 'Renegade' at each home game?

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