Jalen Hurts has made history by claiming the top spot on the NFLPA’s Year-End Top 50 Player Sales List for the first time. This comes after finishing the 2022 NFL season at the #5 spot. Following Hurts on the list are Jason Kelce, Patrick Mahomes II, Travis Kelce, Christian McCaffrey, Aaron Rodgers, Joe Burrow, Brock Purdy, Micah Parsons, and Justin Jefferson rounding out the top 10.
This list ranks the top retail performers in the league based on sales of officially licensed NFL player products from March 1, 2023, to February 29, 2024. It provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive sales figures available, serving as a key indicator of the most marketable and influential players in the league.
The list covers a wide range of categories, including adult and youth game jerseys, t-shirts, hoodies, bobbleheads, plush toys, socks, face coverings, headbands, figurines, wall decals, credit cards, backpacks, Fatheads, drinkware, pet products, and more. These rankings represent the only verified rankings of all officially licensed NFL player products sold through online and traditional retail outlets, as reported by more than 85 NFLPA licensees.
Some key highlights from the 2024 Year-End NFLPA Top 50 Player Sales List include:
– Jason Kelce surged 15 spots to claim the No. 2 position.
– Lamar Jackson jumped 20 places to No. 19.
– Nick Bosa climbed 21 spots to No. 23.
– Tyreek Hill rose 21 spots to No. 14.
– DeVonta Smith bumped 17 spots to No. 17.
– Four NFLPA Rising Stars appeared on the list this year.
– Quarterbacks dominated the list, making up 40% of the Top 50.
– Jason Kelce set a record for the highest ranking for an offensive lineman.
– Jalen Hurts, Jason Kelce, Patrick Mahomes, Christian McCaffrey, and Micah Parsons had the most popular jerseys.
– Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Dawson Knox, Justin Jefferson, and Dak Prescott had the hottest selling socks.
– Justin Jefferson, Patrick Mahomes, Tyreek Hill, Travis Kelce, and Joe Burrow topped sales of custom ISlide sandals.
– Various players led sales in categories like framed memorabilia, drinkware, Funko Pop vinyl collectibles, bobbleheads, wall decals, youth apparel, player figurines, squishy toys, puzzles, and posters.
Overall, the Year-End Top 50 Player Sales List provides valuable insights into the marketability and popularity of NFL players, influencing their endorsements and overall earning potential.