Seattle signal caller Russell Wilson was the most-popular NFL player in League merchandise sales this past year, according to a list released Monday by NFL Players Inc.
It marks the second straight year the Seahawks quarterback is tops in officially licensed sales. From March 1, 2014 through Feb. 28, 2015, the 26-year-old fourth-year pro had the NFL's most-popular jersey and most-popular Ugly Sweater.
Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman (No. 7) and running back Marshawn Lynch (No. 9) join Wilson in the top 10, with free safety Earl Thomas (No. 29) and strong safety Kam Chancellor (No. 30) earning spots in the top 50. Sherman's rank is the highest in the NFL among defensive players, while Lynch leads all of the League's running backs. With five players ranked, the Seahawks are the team with the most individual retail power for the second consecutive season.
Rounding out the top 10 with Wilson, Sherman, and Lynch are Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning (No. 2), New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (No. 3), San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (No. 4), Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (No. 5), Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant (No. 6), Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (No. 8), and Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel (No. 10).
Collectively, NFL Players Inc. licensees generated more than $1.4 billion in sales last year. Check out the Seahawks Pro Shop to get in on the action.
A look at the projected Seattle Seahawks roster for the 2015 season including new faces from free agency and trade. This gallery is updated with every offseason transaction.
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Waiting for the photo card shoot with Brittany from the Saints.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback B.J. Daniels carries the ball in the second half of a preseason NFL football game against the San Diego Chargers, Friday, Aug. 15, 2014, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Ready for rehearsal with Texans cheerleader Delaney
Taking a break from rehearsals with Lauren from the Chargers.
Seattle Seahawks' David Gilreath in action at an NFL football camp practice Wednesday, July 30, 2014, in Renton, Wash. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham (80) catches a warm up pass during a NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, December 28, 2014 in Tampa. The Saints won the game 23-20. (AP Photo/Paul Jasienski)
Enjoying the sun following our photo card shoot with Holly from the Cowboys.
Wisconsin defensive lineman Brendan Kelly takes a position during the first half at the Rose Bowl NCAA college football game Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013, in Pasadena, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Seattle Seahawks defensive lineman David King (70) rests during an NFC Divisional Playoff football game against the Carolina Panthers on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015, in Seattle, Wa. The Seahawks won the game, 31-17. (AP Photo/Greg Trott)
Seattle Seahawks tight end Anthony McCoy (85) runs during a NFL NFC Divisional Playoff game against the Atlanta Falcons in Atlanta, Georgia on January 13, 2013. The Falcons defeated the Seahawks 30-28. (AP Photo/Scott Boehm)
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Heading to breakfast with Heather from the Titans on Day 2 in Hawaii.
In this photo taken on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012, Colorado senior defensive tackle Will Pericak warms up before facing UCLA in the first quarter of an NCAA football game in Boulder, Colo. Pericak faces two opponents every Saturday: the opposing quarterback and diabetes. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Break from rehearal with Heather of the Titans.
Cleveland Browns nose tackle Ahtyba Rubin (71) gets ready for the snap during the NFL week 14 regular season football game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014 in Cleveland. The Colts won the game 25-24. (AP Photo/Paul Spinelli)
Ready for breakfast on Day 2 with Delaney from the Texans.
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Break from rehearal with Heather of the Titans.
Ready for our photo card shoot with Brittany from the Saints.
My new line! Team Rice Line 2!
Buffalo Bills' Jared Wheeler (63) stretches during warm-ups before a preseason NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in Charlotte, N.C., Friday Aug. 8, 2014. The Bills won 20-18. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)
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