Here is a question to ponder during Super Bowl week.

Who is the most popular NFL team in Central New York?

While there are fans of many different NFL teams here, it seems the answer to that question usually comes down to the Buffalo Bills or New York Giants.

Interest in the Buffalo Bills has certainly spiked lately with Doug Marrone leaving Syracuse University to become the head coach in Buffalo, taking several SU assistant coaches with him.

There are still a lot of Bills fans left over from the glory days of Jim Kelly, Thurman Thomas, Bruce Smith and company when the Bills were making four straight trips to the Super Bowl in the early 90's.

But 13 years and counting without a playoff berth can test the patience of any fan base.

The New York Giants have always had a solid fan base in Central New York. The Giants winning two of the last four Super Bowls has only helped enhance that.

But which team has more fans?

Facebook may have the answer.

Deadspin has a story showing a map of every county in the United States and what NFL team they root for based on Facebook "likes" of more than 35 million users.

It is a fascinating map to look at. Take a minute to click the link and check it out.

So, who does Facebook think is Syracuse's NFL Team?

It pains this Bills fan to say it, but just like in Super Bowl XXV, the Giants beat the Bills.

Do you agree with the study? Is Syracuse New York Giants or Buffalo Bills territory?

Drop below in the comments or send me an email and let me know.

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