Choosing A Football
The Wilson "The Duke" Official NFL Leather Game Football is a top of the line leather game ball
designed for the highest level of competitive play, for the elite player-a great
ball for the serious fan or collector. Wilson Sporting Goods and the NFL
have announced the return of “The Duke,” the first re-branding of the league’s official football since 1969.
Effective May 1, 2006, the “Official NFL Game Ball” will become “The Duke” in honor of football legend
Wellington “Duke”
Mara. Mara, who passed away last October at the age of 89, dedicated 81
years to the New York Giants
as an administrator, owner and unwavering booster.
In terms of design,
construction and performance, “The Duke” is identical
to the previous NFL game football. Players and fans, however, will see major
changes from a distance. The NFL logo has vanished, making room for the NFL shield, and “The Duke” name.
- Brand New Design for 2006
- Top quality leather cover
- Patented 3-ply VPU bladder
- Double-lacing for reinforcement
- Enhanced gripability
- Official size and weight
- Wilson Authentic Game Equipment logo
- For ages 9 and over
