Best Football Instagram Influencers

Many people say football has surpassed baseball as America’s favorite national pastime. If you look at some of its players’ Instagram accounts, you may agree. While many influencers are just your average everyday people, celebrities like athletes can amass huge social media followings too. This makes them prime candidates for advertising products, whether they’re sports related or just something players use at home.

Check out these top football influencers on Instagram. Some were college stars, some are still in the NFL and some are long beyond their football days but remain fan favorites.

Odell Beckham, Jr.

Odell Beckham, Jr. has more followers than almost any other current NFL star. The colorful Cleveland Browns wide receiver who’s often called by just his initials, OBJ, has about 13.9 million fans on Instagram. Most of his posts are football related with a few selfies and red carpet pics thrown in for good measure. Beckham is known for his outgoing personality on and off the field, his flashy style and his amazing speed.

Von Miller

Von Miller, a linebacker for the Denver Broncos, became a household name after being named the MVP of Super Bowl XXVIII. Miller plays hard during the game and is fun and likeable off the field. He even has his own chicken farm and was mentioned on the hit show South Park. All of this has helped him earn over 1.8 million Instagram followers and endorsements with Adidas and Carhartt.

Cam Newton

Atlanta native Cam Newton was a college football star before going on to become one of the most popular quarterbacks in the NFL. The Carolina Panthers star led the team to a Super Bowl after the 2015 season. This made him even more popular and helped him land over 4.2 million Instagram followers. Newton has been injured for most of the 2019 season, but he remains known for his flamboyant fashion style and his generosity off the field.

Rob Gronkowski

Rob Gronkowski may be retired from football, but the former New England Patriots tight end is still a fan favorite, as evidenced by his 3.5 million followers. Today, he works as a football analyst for FOX, and he endorses multiple companies. Gronk’s wild and crazy personality is a large part of his appeal. Just don’t let that take away from the fact that he was a superstar on the field who played on three winning Super Bowl teams.

J.J. Watt

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt’s star has risen over the last few years, but it’s not just because he’s a tough guy on the field. He’s also a humanitarian. Some of his generous charity work includes raising over $37 million for the victims of Hurricane Harvey. He’s paid for the funerals of students after a school shooting and created his own foundation to help provide safe after-school activities for kids. All of this has helped Watt earn over 3.8 million Instagram followers.

Tim Tebow

Quarterback Tim Tebow was a fan favorite at the University of Florida, both for his playing ability and his dedication to his Christian faith. His NFL career didn’t last long, but he did go on to play minor league baseball and cultivate a successful career as a sports analyst. Tebow has 1.9 million Instagram followers who tune in to see posts about sports, inspirational messages and a glimpse into the Heisman Trophy winner’s life.

Tom Brady

Some people follow Tom Brady on Instagram because they believe the New England Patriots quarterback is one of the greatest NFL players of all time. Some follow him to get a glimpse into his life with his supermodel wife, celebrity friends and three beautiful children. Either way, it’s all earned him 6.8 million Instagram followers. His posts include an assortment of endorsements, football-related material and a peek into his life off the field.

Russell Wilson

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson is another one of the hottest players in the league. He’s just behind Tom Brady with 4.1 million followers on Instagram. Not only is Wilson a superstar in his own right, but he’s married to singer Ciara, making them one of Hollywood’s hottest power couples. Wilson’s Instagram mostly features pictures and video of him hanging out with his family or attending various charity events. Of course, there’s a little bit of football in the mix.

Drew Brees

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees may not have as many Instagram followers as Russell Wilson or Tom Brady. But he still puts up some impressive numbers both on the field and on Instagram. The 12-time Pro Bowler has won one Super Bowl, and he has 1.4 million Instagram followers. Most of Brees’ Instagram photos feature him having fun off the field, giving back to the community and showing off some of his favorite products.

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