In honour of the NFL season's start and the beginning of the AFL finals, we compiled a cross-code comparison linking each AFL side to their closest NFL counterpart.
These comparisons are based on every metric you can think of; recent success, historic success, club status, current projections, future projections, similar-type players, recent list changes, method of play, and even just general vibes.
Some clubs have shockingly fitting comparisons while others need to be slightly reached for.
Nevertheless, here is our list of who every AFL fan should support this NFL season.
Fremantle Dockers
Minnesota Vikings
There are two obvious similarities between these teams; they both wear purple uniforms and have never won a premiership/championship.
The Vikings have developed a reputation as a cursed franchise, having never won two playoff games in a single run since 1987 and suffering some notable heartbreaking defeats in important games in recent history.
The Dockers may not be cursed, but they are still the only team in the AFL to have existed in the 16-team competition and not have a flag to their name.
