It's that time of the year again - when teams clash on the field, and fans wage battles online. A recent survey by 101GreatGoals.com has crowned New York as the king of online trolling, with Buffalo fans leading the pack in stirring up some digital drama.

The Bills Mafia isn't just known for their wild tailgates; they also bring their A-game to Twitter wars. And not far behind are the NYC sports fans repping the Yankees, Giants, Jets, and Knicks, always up for a good old-fashioned trolling time.

But the trolling game isn't just confined to Buffalo and the Big Apple. Cities like Syracuse, Yonkers, and Rochester are also making their mark in the online banter arena.

The survey show how fans react to all the trash talk. Some fans brush it off as part of the fun, others go headfirst into the debates, adding fuel to the fire. And let's not forget the telltale signs of a sports troll - from excessive caps lock and emojis to quoting stats like they are a sports almanac.

So what triggers the most trolling? It seems interceptions in the final minutes of a game take the top spot. So next time you see a fan getting fired up online, it's probably because of a game-changing pick or a questionable referee call.

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But hey, let's not take things too seriously because trash talk is all part of the game. So as the season goes on with its highs, lows, and online showdowns, let's  enjoy the ride.

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