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Greatest How I Met Your Mother Characters of All Time
Sandy Rivers or Ted Mosby

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SANDY RIVERS

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TED MOSBY
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Why This Battle Matters

Isn't it a bit poetic, the storyteller versus the storymaker? In the heart of the 'How I Met Your Mother Characters of All Time' league, we stand on the brink of a cultural quake. Ted Mosby, the eternal romantic, architect of his own fate, faces off against Sandy Rivers, the slick, silver-tongued news anchor. Their careers pivot around narratives, but their methods couldn’t be further apart. This showdown isn't just about who entertained us more, but whose charm has left a lasting imprint on our pop culture psyche. Who do you trust to narrate the story of our times?

🔥 Fan Takes

Honestly tho, both Ted and Sandy have their moments but c'mon, Ted's like the glue of the whole show. How do you even compare?
lol sandy trying to beat ted is like a flip phone trying to outsell the iPhone😂
Ted is the heart of HIMYM, no contest. Sandy? Please, he's just a blip on the radar.

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Ted Mosby over Sandy Rivers when it comes to the greatest How I Met Your Mother Characters of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Ted Mosby 90.0% of the time over Sandy Rivers.

Across all battles:

Ted Mosby win rate: 51.3%

Sandy Rivers win rate: 14.3%

Fan FAQs

Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest How I Met Your Mother Characters of All Time league?

While Ted and Sandy are having their moment, the top spot actually belongs to Barney Stinson. You can check out his position and the entire ranking on the GOAT List.

What makes Sandy Rivers so popular, even if he's behind?

Sandy Rivers might not be leading in this particular battle, but he's got his own charm. Known for his hilariously inappropriate antics as a news anchor, Sandy offers a comedic relief that's distinct from the more emotional arcs of other characters. His flamboyant and unapologetic style definitely holds a special place in some fans' hearts.

Why is Ted Mosby crushing Sandy Rivers in this vote?

Ted Mosby is absolutely dominating this matchup, and it's not hard to see why. As the central character in 'How I Met Your Mother', Ted's heartfelt quest for love really resonates with fans. His romantic mishaps and big dreams make him a far more relatable and cherished character compared to the more comedic, lesser-developed Sandy Rivers.