The NFL Fan Gift Guide: Gear They'll Actually Use

Holiday gifts for the fan who never misses a Sunday.

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Gift season lands right when the NFL gets serious. Playoff spots are on the line, every Sunday counts, and the football fan in your life is all in.

So give them gear they’ll actually use: game-day classics, couch upgrades and tailgate must-haves. Most come in all 32 teams, so it’s easy to match the gift to their team.

Most of these come in team versions. Choose yours and we'll show you the right one.

The Picks

The one piece every fan wants

Nike NFL Game Jersey

Player name and numberOfficial Nike jersey

A team jersey is a classic that any fan would appreciate. Buy them the one with their favorite player's name and number, and you've won the holiday season.

Get it if…

  • Their current jersey's player retired or got traded

The cap that goes with everything

'47 Clean Up Adjustable Hat

Washed cotton twillAdjustable strap

The Clean Up is the soft, broken-in team cap they'll wear to the game, the grocery store and everywhere in between.

Get it if…

  • Their old cap has seen one too many seasons

The basic tee they need

Nike Essential Logo T-Shirt

100% cottonBig team logo on the chest

A clean logo tee in soft cotton that goes under a jersey in the fall or on its own any day of the week.

Get it if…

  • They love to show they're fans even outside the game.

Team colors, all the way down

Strideline Premium 3-Pack Knit Crew Socks

3 pairsCrew length

Three pairs of team crew socks, an easy stocking stuffer they'll wear to work and on game day.

Get it if…

  • You need something small that fits in a stocking

Pro tip: If they believe in their "lucky socks" on game day, this is your pick.

Game-day meets comfort

Concepts Sport Ultimate Plaid Flannel Pants

Soft brushed flannelTwo side pocketsAvailable in team versions

Soft plaid flannel pants with the team logo, a drawstring waist and real pockets for the phone and the remote.

Get it if…

  • Sweatpants are already their game-day uniform

Pro tip: Size down if they're between sizes. Shoppers say they run big.

The office conversation piece

Riddell Revolution Speed Mini Football Helmet

Quarter-size replicaMetal face maskAvailable in team versions

A mini helmet is the simplest way to put your team on display. This one is a quarter-size version of the official helmet the players wear.

Get it if…

  • Their desk could use a little more team spirit

Let the whole street know

WinCraft 3' x 5' Team Flag

3' x 5'Metal grommetsAvailable in team versions

A classic 3' x 5' team flag with two metal grommets, ready for the porch, a wall or the tailgate tent.

Get it if…

  • They want the neighbors to know it’s a game-day house

Keep their drinks hot at halftime

YETI 20oz Rambler Tumbler with MagSlider Lid

Dishwasher safe

A YETI Rambler with a laser-etched team logo that keeps drinks cold at the tailgate and coffee hot in the stands.

Get it if…

  • Their tailgate starts before breakfast

Pro tip: Fanatics also carries a "Fandom" version with a louder team design.

Their seat in the parking lot

Logo Brands Elite Tailgate Chair

Cup holders in both armrests

A tailgate chair with cup holders in both armrests and a matching carry bag, made for long afternoons in the parking lot.

Get it if…

  • They're still sitting on a cooler at the tailgate

Because they watch every game too

Pets First NFL Pet T-Shirt

Pull-on styleMachine washable

A pull-on team tee for the pet who never misses a game.

Get it if…

  • The dog or cat's on the couch for every game too

Pro tip: Measure their pets's chest and back to know their size.

Fan Gear FAQ

Does every piece come in my team?

Almost. Most pieces come in all 32 teams, and the rest cover nearly every team. The team shown is just an example, so check for yours on the product page.

What does "officially licensed" mean?

It means the NFL and the team approved the design and logos. Licensed gear uses the real team colors and marks, which is why it looks right next to what you see on TV.

What's the difference between a "sideline" hat and a regular team hat?

Sideline gear is the style the players and coaches wear on the field during games that season. It changes every year, so a lot of fans pick up the new version each fall.

What should I get first if I'm starting a collection?

Start with the everyday hat and the mini helmet. One is for wearing every week, and the other puts your team on display at home or at work.

About the author

Adar Zachor

Commerce Writer

Adar is a gym and yoga instructor, a lifelong sports fan, and a writer for SI Reviews and FanSided. Years of teaching and training have given her a practical eye for what works in real life. Time at games and buying stuff for the sport fans in her life made her a pro in merch.