Junior Seau played 13 seasons for the Chargers and left behind a number nobody in San Diego or Los Angeles argues about. A 12-time Pro Bowl linebacker, a 10-time All-Pro, and the 1992 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, he was the rare defender who could rush the passer, chase down a screen, and cover a tight end on the same series. No. 55 became the city's standard for what a Chargers linebacker is supposed to look like, and it still sells today because the throwback blue is too good to retire.
| Style | Colour | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Throwback Jersey | Powder blue | $69.95 | The classic Seau era look |
| White Throwback Jersey | White | $69.95 | Road-era throwback, easy to wear |
| Electric Blue Rush Jersey | Electric blue | $69.95 | Modern Chargers colour rush |
| Gold 100th Season Inverted Legend | Gold | $69.95 | NFL 100 anniversary collectors |
| Black Elite Pro Line Gold Collection | Black | $69.95 | A dressier blackout build |
Why Junior Seau's No. 55 Still Belongs to the Chargers
Seau was drafted fifth overall in 1990 out of USC and never left the middle of the Chargers defense until 2002. He made the Pro Bowl in 12 of his 13 seasons in San Diego, captained a defense that reached Super Bowl XXIX, and played a role that today's linebackers still study. The No. 55 jersey is popular for a specific reason: it is one of the few Chargers numbers that fans of both the San Diego and Los Angeles eras agree on. When the team retired the number in his honour, it confirmed what the stands already knew — that jersey belongs to one player.
Every Junior Seau Chargers Jersey Style We Carry
No. 55 is available in eight builds, and the throwbacks are the heart of the lineup. The blue throwback jersey is the powder-blue look most fans associate with the 1994 Super Bowl run, while the white throwback is the road version — brighter, cleaner, and the easier of the two to wear with jeans or shorts. The electric blue Rush jersey brings the number into the modern palette, and the gold 100th Season Inverted Legend jersey is the anniversary piece collectors hunt for.
Beyond those, the store carries two tank tops — a navy team colour build and a green Salute to Service tank — plus a black 2016 Salute to Service jersey and a black Elite Pro Line Gold Collection jersey for fans who prefer a dark, formal look. If you are comparing Chargers greats, our LaDainian Tomlinson jersey guide covers the offensive side of the same era, and the Justin Herbert jersey guide brings it to the current roster.
Throwback Blue, Electric Blue or Gold? Choosing Your Seau Jersey
If you want the jersey that matches your memory of Seau, buy the throwback. Powder blue with white numbers is the uniform he wore for most of his 13 seasons in San Diego, and it is the version that appears in every highlight package. The white throwback does the same job in warmer weather and looks sharper with light-coloured sneakers. Electric blue is the choice if you want a Seau jersey that matches the Chargers gear sold today rather than the 1990s.
The gold Inverted Legend build is the collector's pick — released for the NFL's 100th season, it inverts the usual colour balance and stands out on a shelf next to a standard blue jersey. Black builds suit fans who want one jersey that covers game day and a night out; the tank tops handle a Southern California summer.
- Nostalgia first: blue throwback — the Seau-era uniform.
- Warm-weather wear: white throwback or navy tank top.
- Modern palette: electric blue Rush.
- Collection centrepiece: gold 100th Season Inverted Legend.
Los Angeles Chargers #55 Junior Seau 2019 Gold 100th Season Inverted Legend Jersey
$69.95
Shop Now →Sizing, Fit and Care for a Stitched No. 55
Linebacker jerseys are cut with room through the chest and shoulders, so the size chart matters more than the tag on your t-shirt. Measure your chest at the widest point, then decide how you will wear it: over a shirt, most fans match their usual size; over a hoodie, go one size up. The sleeves are meant to hang loose — that drape is how a football jersey should sit, not a sign you ordered wrong.
Stitched twill needs gentle treatment. Turn the jersey inside out, wash cold on a gentle cycle, and air-dry it flat. Keep it away from the dryer, the iron, and hot water, all of which dull the numbers over time. For display, use a wide hanger so the shoulder seams stay straight, and keep the jersey out of direct sunlight to slow the fading of powder blue.
What number did Junior Seau wear for the Chargers?
Junior Seau wore No. 55 for the San Diego Chargers from 1990 to 2002, and the number is retired by the franchise in his honour. Seau was the fifth overall pick in the 1990 draft out of USC, made 12 Pro Bowls and 10 All-Pro teams, and was named NFL Defensive Player of the Year in 1992 before being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2015. He later played for the Miami Dolphins and the New England Patriots, but his Chargers years are the ones fans picture when they hear the number. That history is why No. 55 remains one of the most requested Chargers jerseys: it represents a 13-year run of elite linebacker play in one uniform. The jersey is available in the powder-blue and white throwbacks from his era, plus electric blue Rush, gold 100th Season, black Salute to Service, and tank top builds, so you can match the exact look you remember.
Fans who followed Seau to Miami can browse the Dolphins jersey collection for his 2003 to 2005 seasons. For the full Chargers range — throwbacks, Rush builds, and current roster jerseys like the Khalil Mack jersey guide — start with the Chargers jersey collection.
Is the Junior Seau jersey stitched?
Yes. The No. 55 builds are stitched jerseys with twill numbers and lettering sewn onto the mesh, including the throwback and Rush versions.
What size Junior Seau jersey should I order?
Measure your chest and compare it to the size chart rather than your t-shirt size. If you plan to wear a hoodie underneath, size up one step.
Which Seau jersey is closest to the one he actually wore?
The powder-blue throwback is the closest match to the Chargers uniform of his era. Choose the white throwback for the road version worn in the same seasons.
How do I keep a powder-blue throwback from fading?
Wash cold, air-dry, and store it out of direct sunlight. Powder blue shows sun fading faster than darker colours, so a shaded spot on the shelf matters.
No. 55 is Chargers football at its most complete: a linebacker who did everything, in a uniform that still looks better than most of what the league wears now. Start with the throwback, then add the gold edition if you want the one nobody else on your street owns.
