I wanted to get my brother, a huge NFL fan, a jersey for his birthday. So, like any good sister, I went to the NFL Shop. I started to browse through the selection. I found this amazing jersey, like, you wouldn’t believe, and I was so excited to order it for him.
But here’s where I started to get a little confused. I didn’t know where the NFL Shop ships from. So I started to do some digging. I found out that it depends on the product and where it is stocked. I heard that some stuff ships from warehouses in Kansas City and New Jersey. That was good to know, but it still didn’t really answer my question totally.
I saw that they ship within the United States, but only some items can be shipped internationally. Okay, that was helpful, but I was in a rush. I needed this jersey to arrive in time for my brother’s birthday. I read that expedited shipping isn’t available. Ugh, that was a bummer. And I had to make sure I chose an in-stock item. I also found out that orders with in-stock items might come in separate shipments. That was a bit weird, but I guess it makes sense. The customization part was a bit tricky. I found out that customized items are final sale and cannot be canceled, modified, or returned. I made sure to get the customization done right.
Then I learned about shipping times. I saw that it can take up to 1-2 weeks during regular seasons. It could be even longer during holiday seasons, which was cutting it close. I placed my order on September 22, 2020, so I was just hoping it would arrive in time. I also heard about something called ShopRunner, which claims to deliver within 2 days. I didn’t use it, but it sounded like it could be a good option if you’re really in a hurry. Oh, and if your order is over $69, you might qualify for free DHL shipping. That’s pretty sweet, but my order didn’t reach that amount.
I also read something about the actual jerseys that the players wear. It turns out that they’re made in America, which is pretty cool. They tailor them to each player’s specifications. I thought that was interesting, even though I was just ordering a regular fan jersey.
What I Learned
- Shipping locations: NFL Shop items can ship from different places, like Kansas City and New Jersey.
- Shipping times: It can take 1-2 weeks or even longer, especially during busy times.
- Customization: Customized items are final sale, so be careful with those!
- ShopRunner: I didn’t try it, but it might be a good option for fast delivery.
- Player jerseys: The ones the players wear are made in the USA.
In the end, I did get my brother’s jersey on time, and he loved it! It was a bit of a journey to figure out the shipping stuff, but it was worth it. Hopefully, this helps someone else who’s trying to navigate the NFL Shop. It’s not too complicated, but it’s good to know these things before you order.
