The Fumble-Free Guide to Returning Your NFL Shop Gear: Because Interceptions Are for the Other Team
Let's face it, sometimes that jersey you ordered in a post-touchdown haze doesn't quite fit like a champ, or maybe your significant other raised an eyebrow (or two) at the sheer number of team hats you've amassed. Fear not, fellow fan, returning your NFL Shop gear is easier than a wide-open receiver streaking down the field.
Step 1: Assess the Situation
Is your gear looking more "pick-six" than "pitch perfect"? Bold the following reasons if they apply:
- Did you accidentally order Aaron Rodgers memorabilia in a fit of Davante Adams trade frustration? There's no shame in a fan meltdown, but a return might be necessary.
- Did your significant other give you the dreaded "Honey, where are we going to put all this stuff?" look? Sometimes, domestic harmony requires a strategic retreat (read: return).
- Is your pet rocking your new jersey better than you? Let's be honest, some fashion choices are best left to the four-legged set.
Step 2: Dig Up Your Inner Quarterback: Prepare for the Return
Here's where you channel your inner Joe Burrow with some cool-headed planning. You've got 90 days from the ship date to return most items, so there's no need to scramble like a defensive back chasing a Tyreek Hill deep pass. Just make sure your gear is in pristine condition, unworn, and has all its original tags. Basically, imagine it fresh off the shelf, ready to be intercepted... I mean, purchased... by another fan.
Step 3: Choose Your Play: Online Returnal or Warehouse Blitz?
NFL Shop offers two ways to return your gear:
- The Online Portal: This is your no-huddle, quick-snap option. Head to the NFL Shop Help Center: https://www.nflshop.com/what-is-your-return-policy/ch-2365 and with a few clicks, you can initiate a return, print a shipping label, and get ready to send that package on its way.
- The Warehouse Blitz: Pack up your gear with the original packing slip (if you have it) and mail it to the NFL Shop warehouse. Just be sure to insure the package and use a trackable shipping method. You wouldn't want your return to get lost in the fumble pile, would you?
Step 4: The Touchdown: Patience and Refunds
Give your package a week or two to reach the NFL Shop warehouse. Once they intercept...err, I mean receive your return, it can take another 10 business days for them to process it. Then, depending on your original payment method, that sweet, sweet refund can take 2-7 business days to hit your account.
Fumble Recovery: Pro Tips for a Smooth Return
- Double-check the return policy: Not everything qualifies for a full refund (looking at you, custom jerseys). Make sure your item is eligible before you initiate the return process.
- Print a copy of your return confirmation: This is your Hail Mary in case of any issues.
- Take photos of your return package: Just in case there's a fumble during shipping, having photographic evidence can help expedite things.
With these tips in your playbook, returning your NFL Shop gear will be a breeze. So relax, put your feet up, and channel your inner champion. You've got this!
