Sat Jun 21 17:30:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**Fanatics Fest NYC Returns Bigger and Bolder with NFL Stars and $2 Million Competition**

NEW YORK, NY – Fanatics Fest NYC is back for its second year, promising an even bigger and better experience for sports fans and collectors. Taking place at the Javits Center from June 20-22, the event will feature a star-studded lineup of current and former NFL players, interactive fan experiences, and exclusive product launches.

This year’s highlight is the introduction of the Fanatics Games, a decathlon-style competition pitting 50 athletes and celebrities against 50 fans. Competitors will test their skills across eight sports-themed events for a chance to win a share of the $2 million prize pool. The NFL station will feature QB skills challenges, testing accuracy on targets at various distances.

Confirmed participants include NFL stars like Joe Burrow, Jayden Daniels, Russell Wilson, Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, Tyreek Hill, CeeDee Lamb, Micah Parsons, Myles Garrett, Sauce Gardner, and Damar Hamlin. Legendary players such as Tom Brady, Dez Bryant, Julian Edelman, and Rob Gronkowski will also be in attendance.

Attendees can participate in interactive football activities such as the 40-yard dash, view the Lombardi Trophy and Super Bowl ring display, and test their skills on the NFL’s FLAG football wall. The NFL and Fanatics will also unveil exclusive product partnerships.

The event will host several engaging panel discussions. “Franchise Faces” will feature next-generation quarterbacks Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud, and Caleb Williams alongside Peyton and Eli Manning, discussing leadership and building a Hall of Fame career. Jayden Daniels will join Joe Montana and Dan Marino on the “QB Playbook” panel to share lessons learned from their paths to superstardom. Top wide receivers Tyreek Hill, CeeDee Lamb, and Davante Adams will discuss developing into elite players on the “Catching Fire” panel.

Philadelphia Eagles fans can enjoy “The Champs Are Here” panel, featuring Cooper DeJean, Brandon Graham, Brian Dawkins, Nick Foles, and South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley. The “New York vs. The World” panel will include new Giants teammates Russell Wilson and Malik Nabers, Olympic gymnast Suni Lee, and former NBA stars Allan Houston, Vince Carter, and Tracy Morgan.

Other news from the festival include Sam Darnold, quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks, gearing up to prove himself, and Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams discussing his relationship with his new coach Ben Johnson.

Fanatics Fest NYC promises an unforgettable weekend for sports enthusiasts with a diverse range of activities and celebrity appearances.

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