I have a large "body" pillow that is fleece and I do find it rather unpleasant for my face, but it fills a gap along the headboard. I use two pillow cases to cover it.
I don't know what teams the kiddos like,but I can say I have been happy ordering from the College Fabric site
https://www.collegefabricstore.com/
I've had good prompt service, cuts are good, and prices are reasonable -- especially on sale!
It's been awhile and I'm looking for the site I found before, but there are often fan sites that can give you the best matching solid fabrics in various team colors. Here's one for Kona Solids and NFL teams
http://solarthreads.blogspot.com/201...ona-solid.html