He might be a monstrous force come gametime but off-the-field, Troy Polamalu has got a softer side. At least in the eyes of female NFL fans. CNBC's Darren Rovell reports that the Pittsburgh Steelers safety has the best-selling jersey among women. So while they love Tom Brady's model looks and Drew Brees' model family, Polamalu win theirs hearts with those long, luscious Samoan curls. Perhaps his football skills and good-hearted nature have a little something to do with it too. Either way, the exposure from Troy's Head & Shoulders endorsement deal certainly helps his cause as does the fact that he has an entire website dedicated to his mane.
As much as the ladies support him, the men like their Polamalu too. He has the best-selling jersey among the male demographic as well. It's safe to say we'll be seeing a lot of the number "43" in the coming weeks. If you want to get in on the action, you can pick up a Polamalu jersey at the NFL Shop.
Polamalu's Super Bowl competitor, Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers, has also climbed up the female list, nabbing the number four spot.
Here a list of the top 10 best-selling NFL women’s jerseys:
- Troy Polamalu, Steelers
- Peyton Manning, Colts
- Drew Brees, Saints
- Aaron Rodgers, Packers
- Tom Brady, Patriots
- Tim Tebow, Broncos
- Miles Austin, Cowboys
- Eli Manning, Giants
- Tony Romo, Cowboys
- Jason Witten, Cowboys
I think there is more to women loving Polamalu than his looks and hair. He is a super athlete in a happy marriage with two cute kids and he is a wonderful Christian man. Perhaps we really like all of that instead of the negativity that too often surrounds athletes. He is someone people can look up to.
Go STEELERS!
Posted by: Melissa | January 27, 2011 at 07:59 AM