TLL Staff Hasbro has announced a groundbreaking collaboration with the National Football League to launch a unique series of Transformers x NFL action figures. This marks the first time the iconic robot franchise has partnered with professional football for an officially licensed collectible line. The inaugural wave includes four team-inspired characters: Dallas Cowboys’ … [Read more...] about Hasbro Unveils First-Ever Transformers x NFL Action Figure Lineup
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Panini America Lands Agreement With Football Phenom Travis Hunter
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Panini America has landed an exclusive autographed trading card agreement with University of Colorado standout and 2024 Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter. Hunter is seen as being among the next generation of football stars, after he dazzled fans with his rare two-way play as both a wide receiver and a cornerback for the Buffaloes. Panini … [Read more...] about Panini America Lands Agreement With Football Phenom Travis Hunter
CFP and Aviator Nation Launch Co-Branded Fashion Collection
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Aviator Nation has teamed up with the CFP (College Football Playoffs) and the National Championship for a licensed fashion collection. The partnership with Aviator Nation was secured by the Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC) as the CFP's exclusive licensing representative. "We are thrilled to welcome Aviator Nation as a new CFP … [Read more...] about CFP and Aviator Nation Launch Co-Branded Fashion Collection
NFL Extends Nike Partnership Through 2038
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Nike has successfully negotiated a massive, 10-year expansion of its already lengthy partnership with the National Football League. The 12-year collaboration with the NFL is among the company's most important partnerships, and has also been a huge benefit to the league. The parties have now decided to eliminate any uncertainty … [Read more...] about NFL Extends Nike Partnership Through 2038
Panini America x Reebok Release Emmitt Smith Sneaker & Sports Card Collection
The collectiles and card company Panini America has announced its second collaboration with Reebok to represent football star Emmitt Smith. The collection includes footwear, apparel and trading cards and came out June 14. Commemorating the release, each Panini x Reebok ES22 Color Blast pair of shoes purchased will come with a limited-edition Panini x Reebok Prizm Emmitt Smith … [Read more...] about Panini America x Reebok Release Emmitt Smith Sneaker & Sports Card Collection
The New Sports Leader Everybody in Licensing Should Know
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The world of sports and sports licensing is changing, and part of that change is generational. Older fans are figuratively handing over the baton to a new generation with very different ideas of what sports they want to watch, and how they want to watch it. At the very heart of that change is a company called Overtime which has … [Read more...] about The New Sports Leader Everybody in Licensing Should Know
Special Report: The Growing Opportunity for Licensing in Women’s Sports
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Just a few short years ago, most experts in the sports industry would say with confidence that men’s sports would always be more popular than women’s sports, and that the primary audience for sports is made up of men. But since 2019 in particular, it’s the women who are putting the big points on the board for growth, in terms of overall … [Read more...] about Special Report: The Growing Opportunity for Licensing in Women’s Sports
Overtime: The New Sports League Passes 100 Million Followers
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The next-gen sports brand Overtime has just blown through a major milestone, boasting 100 million followers and 3 billion monthly views. The organization, which runs pro football and basketball leagues for younger players, also presents a major opportunity for sports licensing. That's not just due to the incredibly fast growth in … [Read more...] about Overtime: The New Sports League Passes 100 Million Followers
Disney, Fox and Warner Plan Launch of Combined Sports Streaming Service
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Disney, Warner Bros. and Fox are changing the game in a big way, with plans to launch a combined sports streaming service. Similar to the Hulu service that was jointly owned, this new and yet-to-be-named service would be a joint venture combining the sports divisions of all three partners. For Disney, the deal would see its … [Read more...] about Disney, Fox and Warner Plan Launch of Combined Sports Streaming Service
Travis Kelce Scores With Frozen BBQ Meal Entrees at Walmart
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Kansas City Chief's star tight end Travis Kelce—aka Taylor Swift's boyfriend—has a new line of frozen BBQ dinners at Walmart. Kelce is said to love Kansas City barbecue almost as much as certain pop stars, as it's rumored he can often be found at Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que enjoying the burnt ends or meat-packed Z-Man … [Read more...] about Travis Kelce Scores With Frozen BBQ Meal Entrees at Walmart