The Chicago Bears are a proud franchise rich in tradition and overflowing with Hall of Famers, but it's the fan base that separates the team from most other clubs in the NFL.
And that's not just my opinion. There's actual evidence to support the claim.
A recent study conducted by Emory University found that the Bears have the sixth-best fan base in the NFL, behind only the Cowboys, Patriots, Eagles, Giants and Steelers. Yes, Bears fans rank higher than Packers fans. And Lions fans. And Vikings fans.
What variables were used to determine who ranked where?