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words \/\/ Pierce Simpson:<\/span><\/p>\n

With the NFL Draft commencing tonight in Chicago, plenty of youthful 20-somethings will instantly become millionaires and see their lifelong dream realized. With a variety of intriguing prospects already inking deals with respective sneaker brands such as Nike and adidas, it seemed fitting that within the latest edition of Snkrs Day Throwback Thursday<\/strong> we keep things NFL related.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, with that in mind, we decided to take a look at the Top Five NFL athletes with signature line\u00a0in NFL history. After the video, flip through the pages below to get a look at our list that may ultimately surprise you.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Cam Newton<\/h2>\n

Brand:<\/strong> Under Armour
\nDraft:<\/strong> 2011 NFL Draft
\nSelection:<\/strong> Number One Overall
\nSignature Model:<\/strong> Under Armour C1N<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

After leading Auburn to a National Championship and garnering the Heisman Trophy, Cam Newton decided to forgo his collegiate eligibility to enter the 2011 NFL Draft. Amid a bevy of questions surrounding controversial matters dating back to his time at the University of Florida, the Carolina Panthers and Under Armour decided to take a chance on Newton as they crowned him their leading man. Since entering the league, Newton has sported a variety of UA models including his signature silhouette the C1N.<\/span><\/p>\n

Arriving in an abundance of hues, Newton has been seen in eclectic colors as well as a Superman inspired makeup and a Charlotte Hornets PE. Although strict NFL uniform regulations prohibits Newton from sporting them in the game, big things should arrive between UA and Newton, in the near future.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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4. Randy Moss<\/h2>\n

Brand:<\/strong> Jordan Brand
\nDraft:<\/strong> 1998 NFL Draft
\nSelection:<\/strong> Number 21 Overall
\nSignature Model:<\/strong> Jordan Superfreak & Jordan Mossified<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

After initially beginning at Florida State with the likes of Peter Warrick, it seemed as though this tandem would dominate the ACC for years to come. However, unfortunate circumstances landed Moss in jail and eventually in Huntington, West Virginia as he helped lead Marshall to prominence along with quarterback Chad Pennington. After becoming a Heisman trophy runner-up, Moss would declare for the 1998 NFL Draft where he would fall all the way to the Minnesota Vikings at pick 21.<\/span><\/p>\n

It didn’t take Moss long to dominate within the NFL as he garnered Rookie of The Year honors during his first season and helped lead the Vikings to the NFC Championship game. Going forward, Moss would garner his very own signature line with Jordan Brand, unveiling the Superfreak silhouette during the early 2000s.<\/span><\/p>\n