Matt Thornton takes a look at the super fans who follow and advocate the Dallas Cowboys franchise. The super fan phenomenon is a fascinating one. At first glance, some people liken a super fan to mindless worship of a sports team. But still other fans have warm feelings towards super fans and believe they enhance the spirit of their team. Super fans go above and beyond the normal. While they may crave the spotlight at times, most say they just want to encourage and motivate their team, and in so doing, these special people influence those around them. The next time you’re out at AT&T Stadium watching the Dallas Cowboys, remember the feeling you get when you see one of those super fans, and understand that their dedication to their team is as genuine to them as anything else in the world, and we thank the many super fans who contributed to this report. Go Cowboys!

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