Cheerleaders of the 2012 NFL season
Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders perform
CAPTION: Jan 13, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders perform prior to facing the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC divisional playoff game at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Shirey-USA TODAY Sports
Dirty south
Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders perform prior to facing the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC divisional playoff game.
Dec 30, 2012; San Diego, CA, USA; The San Diego Charger Girls perform during the first quarter against the Oakland Raiders at Qualcomm Stadium.
Dec 30, 2012; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Chargers girls cheerleaders perform during the game against the Oakland Raiders at Qualcomm Stadium.
Dec 30, 2012; Nashville, TN, USA; Tennessee Titans cheerleaders during the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at LP Field. Titans won 38-20.
Dec 30 2012; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos cheerleader performs in the first quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Sports Authority Field.
That's the spirit
When the Broncos were in a timeout in Week 16, their fans were still entertained.
Calling Santa?
Miles the mascot of the Denver Broncos looks like Santa, and looks to the skies less than 48 hours before the big man makes his global toy run.
Candy stripers!
Houston Texans cheerleaders dance during the second quarter against the Minnesota Vikings at Reliant Stadium.
Wish the Rams hadn't come to town
The cheerleaders of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers perform during the game against the St. Louis Rams at Raymond James Stadium in Week 16. The Rams won, however, 28-13.
Best in the business
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, the best-known group of cheerleaders in the NFL (if not all of sports) perform as the Dallas Cowboys take on the New Orleans Saints at Cowboys Stadium.
She may beg to differ
OK, so the Raiderettes are pretty well known, too. And this cheerleader had plenty to smile about during Week 15's 15-0 win over the Chiefs.
Pearly whites
A Houston Texans cheerleader smiles during the first quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Reliant Stadium.
Candy striper
Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders perform during a break in the game against the New York Giants.
Pom power
A Baltimore Ravens cheerleader performs during the second quarter of the game against the Denver Broncos.
Pump, pump, pump it up
A member of the New York Jets flight crew cheerleaders performs during the first half of the game against the Arizona Cardinals.
Out of the smoke
Miami Dolphins fullback Charles Clay (42) is introduced before a game against the New England Patriots.
Char-girls
San Diego Chargers cheerleaders perform during the game against the Baltimore Ravens.
Pom-poms
San Diego Chargers girl cheerleaders perform during the game against the Baltimore Ravens.
All of the lights
San Diego Chargers cheerleader performs during the second quarter against the Baltimore Ravens.
Peek-a-boo
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cheerleaders during the Bucs game against the Atlanta Falcons.
Go Bucs!
Tampa Bay Buccaneers cheerleaders during the Bucs game against the Atlanta Falcons.
Turn, turn turn
Miami Dolphins cheerleader performs before a game against the Seattle Seahawks.
At least ...
.. the New York Jets cheerleaders are worth watching, right?
Cowboys blue
A Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader performs as the Cowboys take on the Redskins on Thanksgiving Day.
Who dey!
Can anyone beat the Bengals cheerleaders?
Military pride
The Vikings cheerleaders go all out to honor our veterans.
Dance in the rain
The Seattle Seahawks Seagals don't let the weather stop them.
Heads up
Ravens cheerleaders perform during the game against the Raiders.
Glitter ball
Dolphins cheerleaders perform during the second half against the Tennessee Titans. Tennessee won 37-3.
Light it up
A Vikings cheerleader looks on during the game against the Detroit Lions. The Vikings defeated the Lions 34-24.
American pride
Ravens cheerleaders perform with red, white and blue pom poms in recognition of salute to military month.
Stand proud
A Saints Saintsations cheerleader stands tall during the National anthem before the Saints kicked off against the Falcons.
Something special
The Seattle Seagals entertain the crowd during a game against the Vikings.
High step
The Titans cheerleaders are in full costume during this routine.
Smiling in Indy
The Colts have a surprisingly good team to along with their always strong cheerleaders.
Down south
The Jaguars cheerleaders can soothe some frayed nerves during a tough season.
Nov 4, 2012; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans cheerleaders honor the armed forces by wearing military-styled uniforms against the Buffalo Bills during the first half at Reliant Stadium.
Nov 4, 2012; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Raiders cheerleaders sign autographs before the game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at the O.co Coliseum.
Nov 4, 2012; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans cheerleaders perform during a game against the Buffalo Bills in the second quarter at Reliant Stadium.
Nov 1, 2012; San Diego, CA, USA; The San Diego Chargers girls perform during the second quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Qualcomm Stadium.
Nov 1, 2012; San Diego CA, USA; San Diego Charger girls cheerleaders perform during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Qualcomm Stadium.
Nov 1, 2012; San Diego CA, USA; San Diego Charger girls cheerleaders perform during the game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Qualcomm Stadium.
Pretty in pink
With breast cancer awareness the theme of the week around the NFL in Week 5, this Jacksonville Jaguars cheerleader performs in appropriate attire during the game against the Chicago Bears at EverBank Field on Oct. 7.
Reason to smile
The Minnesota Vikings may not owe all of their 4-1 start to their cheer squad, but it can't hurt to have these ladies on your sideline.
Losing with pride
If the Panthers put in as much effort as this cheerleader, perhaps they would not be 1-4 . . . the latest setback coming at home to the Seahawks in Week 5, 16-12.
Nothing's finer . . .
. . . than being a 49er — field-level ticket holder, that is.
Special delivery
RG3 isn't the only thing to get pumped about at FedEx Field, as this crew proves during the Week 5 contest against the Falcons in the nation's capital.
It's hot in here
Late summer in the South is known for its heat, and these Falcons cheerleaders certainly crank up the temperatures in the Georgia Dome during the Monday night game against the Denver Broncos on Sept. 17.
Spirit fingers
The Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders perform against the Baltimore Ravens. The Eagles won 24-23.
Cheer on
San Diego Chargers Charger Girls perform during the second quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Qualcomm Stadium.
Pompom time
A Carolina Panthers cheerleader performs during a timeout during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Bank of America Stadium.
In sync
Indianapolis Colts cheerleader performs a dance during a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Lucas Oil Stadium.
All that jazz
The New England Patriots cheerleaders perform during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Gillette Stadium.
Say hello
Indianapolis Colts cheerleader performs before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Shake it
Cincinnati Bengals cheerleaders perform during the first half against the Cleveland Browns at Paul Brown Stadium.
Pride and poise
An Oakland Raiders cheerleader performs during the third quarter on Monday, Sept. 10 against the San Diego Chargers at O.co Coliseum.
Football is back!
And so are the NFL cheerleaders. This member of the New York Jets Flight Team dances during the second half at MetLife Stadium. The Jets defeated the Bills 48-28.
The purple one
A Vikings cheerleader performs during the season opener against the Jaguars.
Shake your pompoms
A Titans cheerleader entertains fans during the second half of the season opener against the Patriots.
A cheerleader of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers dances during play against the Carolina Panthers at Raymond James Stadium September 9, 2012 in Tampa, Florida.
In sync
Houston Texans cheerleaders perform during the game against the Miami Dolphins during the first half at Reliant Stadium.
Raise up
A Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader performs against the Atlanta Falcons in the second half at Arrowhead Stadium. Atlanta won the game 40-24.
Reason to cheer
Houston Texans cheerleader performs against the Miami Dolphins in the fourth quarter at Reliant Stadium. The Texans defeated the Dolphins 30-10.
Up top
New York Jets cheerleader during the second quarter against the Buffalo Bills at MetLife Stadium.
Seattle Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks cheerleaders perform during a second half timeout against the Tennessee Titans at CenturyLink Field. Seattle defeated Tennessee, 27-17.
New York Jets
The New York Jets cheerleaders dance before the preseason game against the New York Giants at Metlife Stadium on August 18, 2012 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Seattle Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks cheerleaders greet the team during pregame introductions against the Tennessee Titans at CenturyLink Field.
Dallas Cowboys
Dallas Cowboys cheerleader perform before NFL football practice at Cowboys Stadium, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012, in Arlington, Texas.
Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders dance during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lincoln Financial Field on August 9, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 24-23.
Buffalo Bills
Buffalo Jills cheerleaders dance during a timeout at Ralph Wilson Stadium on August 9, 2012 in Orchard Park, New York.Washington won 7-6.
Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders dance during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lincoln Financial Field on August 9, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 24-23.
Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos cheerleaders performs during a break in the action against the Seattle Seahawks at Sports Authority Field Field at Mile High on August 18, 2012 in Denver, Colorado.
New England Patriots
The New England Patriots cheerleaders dance of the Philadelphia Eagles against the Philadelphia Eagles at Gillette Stadium on August 20, 2012 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The Eagles won 27-17.
New York Jets
The New York Jets cheerleaders dance before the preseason game against the New York Giants at Metlife Stadium on August 18, 2012 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Houston Texans
Houston Texans cheerleaders perform during preseason game action at Reliant Stadium on August 18, 2012 in Houston, Texas.
Philadelphia Eagles
Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders celebrate after a touchdown against the New York Jets during a preseason NFL football game, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012, in Philadelphia. The Eagles won 28-10.
Denver Broncos
The Denver Broncos cheerleaders performs during a break in the action against the Seattle Seahawks at Sports Authority Field Field at Mile High on August 18, 2012 in Denver, Colorado.
Minnesota Vikings
Cheerleaders for the Minnesota Vikings run onto the field before the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Buffalo Bills on August 17, 2012 at Mall of America Field at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Carolina Panthers
A Carolina Panthers Top Cat cheerleader performs during a game against the Miami Dolphins at Bank of America Stadium on August 17, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
New Orleans Saints
Members of the New Orleans Saints cheerleaders perform during a preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on August 17, 2012 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
A cheerleader of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers performs during a preseason game against the Tennessee Titans at Raymond James Stadium on August 17, 2012 in Tampa, Florida.
New England Patriots
The New England Patriots cheerleaders dance of the Philadelphia Eagles against the Philadelphia Eagles at Gillette Stadium on August 20, 2012 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The Eagles won 27-17.
Dallas Cowboys
Dallas Cowboys cheerleader perform before NFL football practice at Cowboys Stadium, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012, in Arlington, Texas.
Jacksonville Jaguars
Cheerleaders of the Jacksonville Jaguars entertain during play against the New York Giants in a pre-season football game August 10, 2012 at EverBank Field in Jacksonville, Florida. The Jaguars won 32 - 31.
Minnesota Vikings
A cheerleader for the Minnesota Vikings performs during the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Buffalo Bills on August 17, 2012 at Mall of America Field at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings defeated the Bills 36-14.
Jacksonville Jaguars
A cheerleader of the Jacksonville Jaguars entertains during play against the New York Giants in a pre-season football game August 10, 2012 at EverBank Field in Jacksonville, Florida. The Jaguars won 32 - 31.
Miami Dolphins
A cheerleader of the Miami Dolphins performs against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the NFL Preseason Game at Sun Life Stadium on August 10, 2012 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
Philadelphia Eagles
The Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders dance during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Lincoln Financial Field on August 9, 2012 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 24-23.
Houston Texans
Houston Texans cheerleader Morgan Dean performs during the Houston Texans and San Francisco 49ers pre-season game at Reliant Stadium on August 18, 2012 in Houston, Texas. Houston defeats San Francisco 20-9.
Denver Broncos
A Denver Broncos cheerleader performs during a break in the action during a game between the Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field Field at Mile High on August 18, 2012 in Denver, Colorado. The Seahawks defeated the Broncos 30-10.
Carolina Panthers
A Carolina Panthers Top Cat cheerleader performs during a game against the Miami Dolphins at Bank of America Stadium on August 17, 2012 in Charlotte, North Carolina.
New Orleans Saints
Members of the New Orleans Saints cheerleaders perform during a preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on August 17, 2012 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
A cheerleader of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers performs during a preseason game against the Tennessee Titans at Raymond James Stadium on August 17, 2012 in Tampa, Florida.
Miami Dolphins
A cheerleader of the Miami Dolphins performs against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the NFL Preseason Game at Sun Life Stadium on August 10, 2012 in Miami Gardens, Florida.