The 2000s stand as one of the most remarkable dynasty decades in league history, defined primarily by the continued dominance of the Raiders, who carried their legacy from the 1990s into the new millennium with extraordinary consistency and longevity.

Despite the emergence of new contenders and an increasingly competitive league structure, the Raiders remained the central force of the decade. From 2000 through 2009, they captured nine A Division championships, producing one of the most sustained championship runs in league history and reinforcing their status as the league’s defining franchise across multiple eras.

The decade opened in familiar fashion, with the Raiders winning four consecutive championships from 2000 through 2003. Even as the league expanded in depth and talent, they continued to set the standard for excellence, regularly posting dominant regular seasons and converting that success into championship results.

In 2004, the Outlaws briefly interrupted the Raiders’ reign, capturing the A Division title and marking the only break in their otherwise overwhelming control of the decade. This moment signaled that the league was becoming more competitive at the highest level, with multiple teams now capable of winning championships.

However, the Raiders quickly reasserted themselves, reclaiming dominance from 2005 onward with another extraordinary run of championships that extended through the end of the decade. Even as teams such as the Bone Crushers, Untouchables, Steelers, Outlaws, and Big Red Machine consistently challenged them, the Raiders remained the team to beat in every season.

The Bone Crushers and Outlaws emerged as the most consistent challengers of the era, each regularly finishing near the top of the standings. The Untouchables also developed into a strong contender, while teams like the Ten Pennies and Steelers provided depth and unpredictability throughout the decade.

By the end of the 2000s, the league had evolved into a more competitive environment overall, but the historical reality of the decade remained clear: the Raiders were still the defining dynasty. While the 1990s represented their most dominant peak, the 2000s cemented their longevity, proving that their success was not limited to a single era but extended across decades.

### Champions of the 2000s

• 2000 – Raiders / “B” – Bills
• 2001 – Raiders / “B” – Steelers
• 2002 – Raiders / “B” – Outlaws
• 2003 – Raiders / “B” – Outlaws
• 2004 – Outlaws / “B” – Steelers
• 2005 – Raiders / “B” – Steelers
• 2006 – Raiders / “B” – The Force
• 2007 – Raiders / “B” – Ten Pennies
• 2008 – Raiders / “B” – Steelers
• 2009 – Raiders / “B” – Ten Pennies

Legacy of the Decade

The 2000s represent the second great Raiders dynasty era, characterized by sustained dominance, repeated championships, and unmatched longevity. While the league grew deeper and more competitive than ever before, no team was able to consistently dethrone the Raiders over the course of the decade.

The decade also marked the rise of credible long-term challengers, ensuring that while the Raiders remained dominant, they were no longer unchallenged. This balance created one of the most competitive environments in league history, even as the championship record remained heavily weighted in favor of a single franchise.