Tall, brainy and sensitive Sam Winchester, played by Jared Padalecki, also has a strong fan following.

So who is the better Winchester brother?

When it comes down to it, each brother has his own strengths and weaknesses.

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Soulless Sam doesn’t count because, well, he had no soul.

Sam has simply updated the practice with the use of the Internet.

Whether he’s a grief counselor here to hug, asking, “Who you gonna call?”

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or dropping trou and gleefully crying, “Pudding!”

he’s definitely the funny one.

We’ll never forget Dean with his mouth full of candy like a hamster.

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Dean is even funnier when he doesn’t mean to be.

He’s even made deals with demons to protect the people he loves.

Sammy is also loyal, and has also made many sacrifices for his brother over the years.

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Instincts: Dean

Trusting one’s instincts is usually a good idea, especially if you’re Dean Winchester.

Perhaps we’ll get closure during the final season.

He’s practically the Hamburgler with a sawed-off shotgun.

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Protectiveness: Dean

Since childhood, Dean has been the protective brother, which is common among firstborn siblings.

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