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Caitlin Clark Outsells Dak Prescott And Entire Cowboys Roster After Beating Every NFL Player In Draft Night Jersey Sales
WNBA star Caitlin Clark is undeniably making waves! She just surpassed the entire Dallas Cowboys roster in jersey sales. Get all the details here.
Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever jersey has emerged as the top-selling jersey ever for a WNBA draft pick, according to Fanatics. FYI, Fanatics is the official jersey retailer for the league.
Well, Clark's jersey-selling record wasn't just within the WNBA. Her jersey sales on draft night surpassed every player in the NFL, including VETERANS. Specifically, reports claim Clark's jersey sales on 2024 WNBA Draft Day outsold the entire Dallas Cowboys roster's jersey sales for the entire 2023 season.
The record is a major win because the Dallas Cowboys are one of the most popular and well-funded franchises in the NFL. Superstar Quarterback Dak Prescott, who consistently ranks high in jersey sales, was also outsold by Indiana Fever's newest star, Caitlin Clark's draft night frenzy.
In terms of Caitlin Clark's personal brand, this is massive for the WNBA. It indicates a growing interest in women's basketball and fans are eager to support the no. 1 pick.
Why Did Caitlin Clark's Jersey Sales Explode on Draft Day?
Clark's immense popularity as a collegiate basketball phenom likely fueled the sales. The excitement surrounding her WNBA debut along with celebrity endorsements like Tim McGraw sporting her jersey might have further boosted sales.
Caitlin Clark's NIL Deals Landed Her Nike Collaboration
Caitlin Clark just signed a massive endorsement deal with Nike. It made her one of the highest-paid college athletes ever. All thanks to the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) ruling.
The deal is reportedly for eight years with a total value of up to $28 million. This translates to an annual income of around $3.5 million for Clark.
This is the big sweetener! On top of the annual earnings, Nike will also be designing a signature shoe line for Caitlin Clark.
It's important to note that Nike actually signed Clark back in late 2022 before she became a superstar. This new deal is an extension of the original contract.
Caitlin Clark WNBA Contract
Caitlin Clark was drafted by the Indiana Fever as the No. 1 overall pick in 2024. She signed a standard rookie contract according to the WNBA's collective bargaining agreement.
Total value: $338,056 over four years.
Salary Breakdown:
Year 1 (2024): $76,535
Year 2 (2025): $78,066
Year 3 (2026): $85,873
Year 4 (2027): $97,582 (Team Option)
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