Brand & Official Tag Details:

• Brand: Reebok® — official NFL licensee during the mid-2000s.

• Interior tag shows the Reebok vector logo (blue/white tag).

• RN# 69421 / CA# 17335 — made in Swaziland, consistent with authentic Reebok NFL apparel from the 2000s era.

• Style #: R801A05, fabric blend 80% cotton / 20% polyester (fleece-lined).

Design & Graphics:

• Front chest features “2005 AFC Conference Champions” graphic celebrating the Pittsburgh Steelers title run.

• Includes authentic NFL/AFC logo, Steelers team logo, and Super Bowl XL “The Road to Forty” patch printed beneath.

• No back print — solid black back panel.

• Graphic print shows some light vintage cracking typical for 2000s screen prints, giving it that worn-in, collectible look.

• Crewneck design with V-stitch detail at collar for a vintage athletic style.

Color & Material:

• Color: Charcoal / faded black tone (classic 2000s sweatshirt wash).

• Material: Soft fleece-lined cotton blend (80% cotton, 20% polyester) — mid-weight for comfort and durability.

Size & Fit:

• Tagged size: L (Large).

• Relaxed classic fit, true to vintage Reebok NFL sizing.

• Ribbed cuffs and waistband retain stretch; check measurements before purchase.

Condition:

• Pre-owned / Vintage condition — good overall.

• Machine washed and ready to wear.

• Any faint discoloration or small marks seen in the pictures are just hard for me to remove — not major stains.

• Fabric and graphic remain strong, neckline and cuffs in solid shape, no large holes or tears.

Era / Year of Release:

• This sweatshirt was officially released following the 2005 NFL season, when the Pittsburgh Steelers won the AFC Championship and advanced to Super Bowl XL (played February 5, 2006).

• Manufactured by Reebok, who held the NFL’s uniform and fanwear license between 2001 and 2011.

✅ Therefore, this piece is an authentic 2005-2006 Reebok NFL release commemorating that AFC victory.

Style & Collector Appeal:

• Genuine vintage mid-2000s NFL gear, collectible for Pittsburgh Steelers fans.

• Great for display, layering, or casual everyday wear.

• Has that classic early-2000s Reebok athletic fit and heavyweight fleece comfort.