How Heavy Is an American Football?
an American Football weighs about
14.5 oz (0.411 kg)
Typical range: 397 g – 425 g.
- a gallon of water3.78 kg
1 US gallon (3.785 412 L) of pure water at 4 °C
- an American football0.411 kg
NFL official game ball (Wilson), specified 14 to 15 ounces
- an iPhone 160.17 kg
iPhone 16, Apple technical specifications
- a large egg0.05 kg
one USDA large egg, edible portion with the shell removed
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Put it in perspective
- About 2.4× an iPhone 16
- About 8.2× a large egg
- About 9.2× a gallon of water
Sources
[1] National Football League
2026 Official Playing Rules of the National Football LeagueStandard body
“short circumference, 21 to 21¼ inches; weight, 14 to 15 ounces.”
Value as published: 14 to 15 ounces · accessed 2026-11-11.
Last updated 2026-11-11.Report a correction (please include a source link).
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- a 10 oz boxing glove10 oz (0.2835 kg)
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Frequently asked questions
How much does an American football weigh?
an American Football weighs about 14.5 oz (0.411 kg) — NFL official game ball (Wilson), specified 14 to 15 ounces.
How much is an American football in pounds and ounces?
0.906 lb, which is 14.5 oz. In metric terms: 0.411 kg.
Is an American football heavier than an iPhone 16?
Yes. an American Football weighs about 14.5 oz (0.411 kg), while an iPhone 16 is about 170 g (5.997 oz) — roughly 2.4×.
Where does this number come from?
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