The San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Ravens are going head-to-head in a merchandise sales showdown at Fanatics.com leading up to Super Bowl XLVII. Whether the 49ers or Ravens take home the ultimate trophy, Super Bowl Championship apparel and merchandise will be available just seconds after the clock hits zero at Fanatics.com, one of the top e-retailers of officially licensed sports merchandise. While the 49ers and Ravens were winning on the field, fans jumped online to gear up their wardrobe, homes, cars and even pets this season.

From September to December, the San Francisco 49ers ranked 4^th in NFL merchandise sales behind the Steelers, Cowboys and Packers, while the Baltimore Ravens ranked 10^th. However, fans started showing even more enthusiasm during the New Year amid NFL Playoff action and following the two teams securing a trip to New Orleans and Super Bowl XLVII. During January, the 49ers are the top-selling NFL team on Fanatics.com while the Ravens fall close behind at number two.

The star players on each team, Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis and 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, are also bumping helmets off the field in merchandise sales on Fanatics.com. Since announcing his retirement on January 2, 2013, Lewis’ #52 Ravens jersey is the top-selling jersey on Fanatics.com during the month of January, up a resounding 2000% compared to last January.

While Lewis will be missed by Ravens fans, Niners nation found a gem in Kaepernick, who revealed his skill after replacing an injured Alex Smith mid-season and played a significant role in advancing the team to the Super Bowl. Not only did Kaepernick set a record for most rushing yards by any QB in an NFL game, his fan base also increased dramatically which reflected in merchandise and jersey sales. Kaepernick’s jersey has been the top-selling NFL jersey on Fanatics.com for the last two weeks.

Fans can continue to show their excitement for the 49ers and Ravens by choosing from thousands of NFL products, including Super Bowl jerseys, player name and number tees, Super Bowl hats, collectibles and much more. Enjoy free shipping on any order over $75, as well as fast 3-day delivery, 365-day returns and an Unconditional Satisfaction Guarantee. Click here for Super Bowl gear today and check Fanatics.com immediately following the game for Super Bowl XLVII Championship merchandise.

About Fanatics

Fanatics is a leading online retailer of officially licensed sports merchandise and provides the ultimate shopping experience to sports fans. As a Top 50 Internet Retailer Company, Fanatics comprises the broadest online assortment offering hundreds of thousands of officially licensed items via its Fanatics (www.fanatics.com) and FansEdge (www.fansedge.com) brands, as well as the largest selection of sports collectibles and memorabilia through Fanatics Mounted Memories (www.mountedmemories.com). In addition, the Company powers the e-commerce sites of all major professional sports leagues (NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR, PGA), major media brands (ESPN, NBC Sports, CBS Sports, FOX Sports) and over 200 collegiate and professional team properties. For more information, please visit www.fanaticsinc.com.

Andrew Luck Gear and Robert Griffin III Apparel

What’s 6’4″, 234 lbs. and has the weight of an entire NFL organization on his shoulders? If you said “Andrew Luck”,  you were right! Indeed, 2012′s #1 draft pick has a lot of people hoping he’ll be able to step right in and replace, well, an irreplaceable Colts quarterback. Luck has already dethroned one Hall of Famer, by passing for 82 touchdowns in college, breaking the previous record of 77, set by Stanford alumnus John Elway. The son of former Houston Oilers quarterback Oliver Luck, Andrew is now looked to as a savior in Indy, especially after Colts’ fans suffered through a dismal 2-14 2011 NFL season. Good Luck, Andrew!

Football Fanatics is your source for all the best in Andrew Luck Gear. We have an Andrew Luck Colts Jersey for every man, woman and kid Colts fan. And if you prefer a more low-key approach, we also have plenty of Indianapolis Colts T-Shirts and Hats, too, at our Indianapolis Colts Shop.

Robert Lee Griffin the Third. Robert Griffin III. RG 3. RG III. Whatever you want to call him, the new franchise quarterback of the Washington Redskins is ready to show the world that he’s going to re-start the powerhouse franchise that is the Washington Redskins. To show you how badly the Redskins needed RG 3: they haven’t had a franchise quarterback in 20 years, and they haven’t been to a Super Bowl since their 1992 win at Super Bowl XXVI. Now, with Robert Griffin III poised to take the helm of the oft-struggling franchise, the Hogs look in good shape to make a run at the AFC and maybe more. Hail to the Redskins? Yes, indeed.

Football Fanatics is your one-stop RG3 Shop. That’s right, we’ve got all the Robert Griffin III Redskins Jerseys a true Hogs fan could want, including Redskins T-Shirts, Hats and more at our Washington Redskins Store.

New 2012 Nike NFL Jerseys Are Here! These Nike uniforms have a totally unique and innovative design. The Nike NFL jerseys are available now at Fanatics.com. Choose from the Nike Game Jersey or the Nike Elite Jersey. The Game Jersey is like that of Reebok’s Replica Jersey and the Elite Jersey is comparable to Reebok’s Authentic Jersey, but both are very different in design. Click on the graphic below and scroll over each Nike NFL Jersey to see how it’s different from all the rest!

The Nike NFL Game Jerseys are hand-stitched both inside and outside to ensure premium comfort whether you’re on or off the field. No matter what player or customized number you choose, each number is screen-printed which provides a lighter, softer feel. The fit is tailored to the body for the ultimate in movement and design. And the official NFL Shield is showcased on the collar.

The Nike NFL Elite Jerseys are also hand-crafted in and out. Each Elite Jersey fabric is zoned stretch for fit and movement that far surpasses others in its category. Side jersey ventilation is strategic in its placement allowing it to breathe over heat zones. The neck collar features fly wire strength to resist against stretching. And of course, the Nike logo is displayed on both arm sleeves.

The new Nike NFL uniforms are sleek in design while still comfortable to wear. No matter which NFL team you root for this upcoming 2012-2013 football season, make sure you’re dressed to the nines like your favorite player. Shop now for your very own 2012 Nike NFL Jersey to rep your team in style! All purchases include $4.99 flat rate shipping with 3-day delivery and a 365-day return policy.

About Fanatics, Inc.
Fanatics provides e-commerce, merchandising, marketing and fulfillment services for professional sports leagues and teams, collegiate athletic programs and conferences, and other major sports properties. Offering broad assortments online consisting of hundreds of thousands of officially licensed items, Fanatics leverages both its large network of partners and its own collection of proprietary brands to distribute goods to consumers all over the world. Fanatics.com.

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner! If you need some great green gear in a pinch, Football Fanatics has you covered! We have tons of St. Paddy’s Day themed gear to help you enjoy the holiday. Whether you want to rock an NCAA, MLB, NBA, NHL, or NFL team, there’s appropriate apparel available. Click the link below to check it out:

Fresh St. Patrick’s Day Gear

It’s time to show off your Pillow Pet while supporting your favorite sports team! You’ve seen them on TV. You’ve seen them at the store. Fanatics now carries Pillow Pets by league, team and mascot. We have MLB Pillow Pets, NFL Pillow Pets, and College Pillow Pets! So what is up with the My Pillow Pet craze?

Pillow Pets have gained popularity in recent months. As seen on TV, the My Pillow Pets slogan is very catchy: ”It’s a pillow. It’s a pet. It’s a pillow pet!”  These plush pillows are snuggly and great for all ages. Not only can they be used as a sleeping companion, but Pillow Pets can also be used for decorative purposes. Instead of the standard stuffed animal, Pillow Pets are comforting and super soft. Use them on beds, couches, chairs and even in pet’s beds. The most popular Pillow Pets include the Pillow Pet Giraffe, Unicorn, Moose, Duck, Zebra, Penguin, Dolphin and Panda.

And our new team pillowpets are perfect for the die hard sports enthusiast in your family. Choose from a wide variety of league and team Pillow Pets. Rock your favorite mascot!

Here are our top selling Pillow Pet Mascots found at Fanatics.com!

College = Smokey (Tennessee Volunteers), Bevo (Texas Longhorns), Aubie (Auburn Tigers), Traveler (USC Trojans), Chief Osceola (Florida State Seminoles - FSU)

Pro Football = Rowdy (Dallas Cowboys), Pat Patriot (New England Patriots), Blue (Indianapolis Colts), Oakland Raiders, New York Giants

Pro Baseball = Chicago Cubs, Colorado Rockies, Atlanta Braves, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies

The voters have decided! Congratulations to Giovanni Grant who just won our Rasta T-shirt Design Contest hosted by Designs by Fanatics. You can check out his design below. As the Grand Prize Winner, Giovanni will receive a $500 VISA Gift Card plus 10% commission off every shirt sold on Surf Fanatics, Skate Fanatics, Fighting Fanatics and Motocross Fanatics. The winning design will also be featured on the Surf Fanatics homepage. All additional finalists will win a $100 VISA Gift Card and their design featured across all of the above-mentioned sites. We’ll be back soon to announce when the top 10 designs will be for sale on our sites. Thank you to all who participated! Stay tuned for our next Themed T-shirt Contest…

The Designs By Fanatics Rasta T-shirt Contest was quite the success beginning on March 18th and ending April 17th. After receiving 78 approved submissions, our panel of judges had the very difficult task of choosing the top designs for YOU, the public, to vote on. After a grueling judging session, the Fanatics judges chose the Top 10 Rasta T-shirt designs! Check ‘em out and vote for your favorite before time runs out. We’ll be back May 3rd to announce the grand prize winner who will take home a $500 VISA gift card, 10% commission off every design sold, and the winning design featured on the Surf Fanatics homepage!