Finally Official — Emily Ratajkowski in 2014 SI Swimsuit Edition

Published on Tuesday, 2/4/14, at 3:15 p.m. Eastern.

By Brian Edwards

We’ve had confidence in the people that put together the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit issue for many years now. Therefore, when Emily Ratajkowski expressed interest in being in the 2014 Edition, we knew it would happen.

In fact, we took the liberty to make her our even-money favorite to win 2014 Rookie of the Year honors. This year’s issue will have an all-time high 12 rookies, but Ratajkowski is the gem of the bunch.

SI made it official at 2:00 p.m. Eastern today, announcing E-Rata’s inclusion in the 2014 rookie class.