The long-standing rivalry between Cleveland and Pittsburgh sports fans makes it problematic when fans support teams from both cities. This divided loyalty, often explained away by family ties or selective fandom, goes against the core nature of these cities' deep-rooted sports animosity.

Cleveland sports culture fundamentally opposes Pittsburgh - so much so that the Cavaliers use the Steelers logo to distract opposing players during free throws. This inherent rivalry makes it difficult to justify supporting teams from both cities authentically.

Supporting both cities' teams, especially choosing successful franchises while abandoning struggling ones, goes against the essence of true fandom. Part of being a sports fan is staying loyal through both victories and defeats. As the saying goes, you take the good with the bad.

The beauty of fandom comes from enduring the tough times, making the moments of success even sweeter. Cleveland fans understand this - their dedication through the Browns' struggles makes their occasional triumphs more meaningful.

The bottom line: Pick your city and stick with it. True sports fandom isn't about cherry-picking winning teams - it's about unwavering loyalty to your hometown through championships and rebuilding years alike. There's no room for divided allegiances in this historic rivalry.

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