In the world of fantasy football, a team name is more than just a label—it’s a reflection of personality, wit, and sometimes a love for puns. While a team’s name won’t affect the points it scores, it plays a key role in adding fun and individuality to the game. Many fantasy football players choose names that incorporate a bit of humor, showcase their personality, or align with their league’s theme.
We took a deep dive into the millions of teams playing ESPN Fantasy Football and gathered some of the most popular and amusing names. Here’s a list of 20 of our favorites that we could share—sorry, Zach Ertz, it’s nothing personal.
Popular Fantasy Football Team Names
- Hurts So Good
- Bijan Mustard
- Olave Garden
- Run CMC
- Sherlock Mahomes
- The Pollard Express
- Better Call Hall
- To Infinity and Bijan
- The Tortured Pitts Department
- Finding Deebo
- Slim Pickens
- Fields of Dreams
- Bed, Bath and Bijan
- Dak to the Future
- Hot Chubb Time Machine
- Bishop Sycamore
- Prestige Worldwide
- King of the Hill
- Starvin’ Marvin
- Dude, Where’s Lamar?
Blast from the Past
In 2022, ESPN writer DJ Gallo put together a list of creative team names that stood out at the time. Many of them have aged well and still hold up today. Here are 20 more names that continue to bring a smile to the faces of fantasy football fans.
- Country Roads, Take Mahomes
- Hit Me with Your Prescott
- Beg, Burrow and Steal
- Kyler Soze
- Justin Time
- Mayfield of Dreams
- I’m About to Go Goff
- Lights Kamara Action
- Conner Among Thieves
- Oh Saquon You See
- Davante’s Inferno
- Too Kittle Too Late
- Yippee Ki-Yay Justin Tucker
- Najee By Nature
- Etienne-tion Please
- Breeced Lightning
- Amon on a Mission
- Ja’Marr The Merrier
- Pitts and Giggles
- Tua Be or Not Tua Be
For Those Who Want More Personalization
If puns using player names don’t quite resonate with you, don’t worry! There are other ways to create a fantasy football team name that fits your unique style. Some players prefer names based on their personality or a specific theme. For inspiration, many fantasy football platforms even offer team name generators that can help you come up with something original and memorable.
No matter what direction you go, a clever or personal team name can add an extra layer of enjoyment to your fantasy football experience. So, whether you’re looking to make your league mates laugh or simply find a name that feels right for you, there’s no shortage of creative possibilities
