Why Do We Call Athletic Uniforms “Jerseys”?

By A Mystery Man Writer

Super Bowl XLVIII is this weekend, and both teams have already selected their designated uniforms for the occasion. But have you ever wondered why we call these athletic garments “jerseys” in the first place?

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Why Do We Call Athletic Uniforms “Jerseys”?

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