Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) leaves the field after warming up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers prior to a game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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Patrick Mahomes tops NFLPA merchandise sales list alongside C.J. Stroud and Jalen Hurts

Mahomes tops NFLPA's midseason merchandise sales list

With the NFL season past its midpoint, some players are watching their merchandise fly off shelves at an incredible rate.

The NFLPA unveiled its midseason top 50 player sales list on Tuesday, covering data collected between March 1 and Aug. 31.

The midseason Top 50 Player Sales list is LIVE! 🚨

Find out who’s leading the pack and where your favorites rank on the list of officially licensed #NFL player merchandise sales.

Check it all out here: https://t.co/WXJIam4Bh7 pic.twitter.com/pwWmlPlqwS
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) November 26, 2024

Leading the pack is Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, whose popularity remains unmatched. Houston Texans’ second-year quarterback C.J. Stroud follows in second place, trailed by Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, Chicago Bears rookie Caleb Williams, and Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow.

Among non-quarterbacks, Detroit Lions defensive end Aidan Hutchinson ranks highest at No. 6, with his teammate, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, right behind him at No. 7.

What does the list include?

As explained by the NFLPA, the rankings reflect sales from a wide range of merchandise, including “adult and youth jerseys, T-shirts, and hoodies, to bobbleheads, plush toys, socks, and drinkware, pet products, and more,” reported by over 80 NFLPA licensees.

The NFLPA released its list of the top 50 players in individual product and merchandise sales on Thursday.

Only two defensive players made the top 10 👀

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— The Athletic (@TheAthletic) November 27, 2024

While Mahomes might not be having his most dominant statistical season — with 2,673 passing yards, 18 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions in 11 games — his star power is undeniable. As the reigning back-to-back champion, his merchandise sales remain sky-high, and the trend is expected to continue. Last season, Mahomes finished No. 3 in sales, proving his enduring popularity.

Patrick Mahomes, defensive stars and other highlights

Two defensive players managed to crack the top 10: Detroit Lions’ Aidan Hutchinson and Dallas Cowboys’ Micah Parsons. Here’s the complete top 10 list:

Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs
C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans
Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles
Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears
Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals
Aidan Hutchinson, Detroit Lions
Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions
Christian McCaffrey, San Francisco 49ers
Micah Parsons, Dallas Cowboys
Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs

One interesting inclusion is Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker, landing at No. 24 on the list, ahead of players like Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott and Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase.

Top categories breakdown

Beyond the overall list, the NFLPA provided deeper insights into sales across specific categories.

Top five players in jersey sales:

Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs
C.J. Stroud, Houston Texans
Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles
Caleb Williams, Chicago Bears
Aidan Hutchinson, Detroit Lions

Patrick Mahomes remains at the top of the NFLPA Top 50 Player Sales list. Travis Kelce is at 10 and Isiah Pacheco is at 44. #Chiefs #ChiefsKingdom pic.twitter.com/MoQaQR7L5N
— Nick Jacobs (@Jacobs71) November 26, 2024

Top five in Funko Pop collectibles:

Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs
George Kittle, San Francisco 49ers
Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills
Tua Tagovailoa, Miami Dolphins
Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals

Lids’ top player hat sales:

Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings
Aidan Hutchinson, Detroit Lions
Tua Tagovailoa, Miami Dolphins
Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens

With this mix of star quarterbacks, rising talents, and defensive standouts, the list shows just how diverse the league’s fanbase is when it comes to merchandise.

Image: © Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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