I asked ChatGPT that question.
Answer:
There’s no official “best” NFL cheerleading team — it’s completely subjective — but a few squads are widely regarded as the most iconic or highest performing based on reputation, dance quality, popularity, and legacy.
Here are the top NFL cheer squads most often considered the best:
⭐ 1. Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC)
Why they’re considered the best:
Most famous cheerleading team in the world
Longest-running cheerleading brand
Known for extremely high performance standards
Have their own TV shows, documentaries, and global appearances
Precision dance style and iconic uniforms
Reputation: The gold standard.
⭐ 2. Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders
Why they’re top-tier:
Known for highly skilled choreography and athletic routines
International tours and calendar shoots
Very competitive selection process
Reputation: Most glamorous + internationally popular.
⭐ 3. Los Angeles Chargers “Thunder Girls”
Why they stand out:
Very strong technical dancers
Regularly praised for clean, powerful performances
Growing national recognition
Reputation: Best pure dancers (according to many fans).
⭐ 4. Las Vegas Raiders Cheerleaders (“Raiderettes”)
Why they’re top:
One of the oldest and most iconic squads
Strong brand identity and uniform tradition
Known for style and high-precision routines
Reputation: Most iconic after the Cowboys.
⭐ 5. Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders
Why they rank highly:
Very athletic, innovative choreo
Mix of hip-hop and jazz styles
Strong social media presence and fan following
Reputation: Most modern routines.
So… who’s the “best”?
If you had to choose based on general consensus:
👉 Overall most famous & respected:
Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders
👉 Best dancers / strongest choreography:
Chargers Thunder Girls or Falcons Cheerleaders
👉 Most glamorous / global presence:
Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders
👉 Most iconic legacy:
Raiderettes
I've seen the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders in person 30 years ago. I agree that they are number 1.
