'The Real Deal' marks Little Caesars’ latest campaign celebrating the kickoff of football season and the brand’s fourth year as the 'Official Pizza Sponsor' of the National Football League (NFL).
At the center of the promotion is the return of the 'Pizza!Pizza! Deal,' offering fans two large one-topping pizzas for $4.99 each on orders placed through the Little Caesars app or on Little Caesars' website. Launched on August 25, the promotion underscores the brand’s focus on accessibility and value during the NFL season.
To introduce the campaign, a national television spot debuted on August 25 featuring San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle, who appears alongside the brand’s new mascot, the 'Deal Deer.' Additional commercials are scheduled to feature "Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and Philadelphia Eagles running back and Super Bowl champion Saquon Barkley," extending the campaign’s visibility across diverse NFL fan bases.
Football-Inspired Pizza Offerings
George Kittle and the Deal Deer Star in 'The Real Deal'
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