The item is a Wilson "The Duke" NFL football, the official ball used in NFL games since 1941. Key details: Named after Wellington Mara, former NY Giants owner. Made by Wilson Sporting Goods in Ada, Ohio. Each team receives new footballs weekly, with six marked "K-balls" for kicking plays. "K-balls" are delivered on game day and handled only by officials until shortly before kickoff. Teams prepare balls to their quarterbacks' preferences within NFL standards. It is recommended to inflate it to 7-9 lbs. The item is made in China.