NFL ‘Rivalries’ uniforms: All you need to know about special jersey designs

The subject football game conference (NFL), along with Nike, on Thursday, August 28, unveiled eight new uniforms for the upcoming inaugural 'Rivalries' cohort. Fans will soon get to witness players in the AFC East and NFC West teams donning these newly designed uniforms, which go on to celebrate local traditions and team legacies.

During the 2025 season, teams from the AFC East and NFC West will be seen donning these special uniforms for a single home game against a division rival, ESPN reported.

In an official release, the league informed that the designs of these uniforms remain "rooted extensively in the legacies and inspirations true to each team".

Taryn Hutt, NFL vice president of club marketing, has termed it as a "significant moment" and said that "creativity and innovation" have merged to showcase a new take on "what it means to be a rival".

Once marking their on-field debut, these all-new Rivalries uniforms will be included in the teams' uniform lineup for a total of three years alongside the existing alternate uniforms. Apart from these, additional Rivalries uniforms are scheduled to come out during the 2026, 2027 and 2028 seasons.

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Dubbed as 'Built to Last,' the Cardinals' all-white uniform resembles the climate of the city, which is located in a desert. It highlights sand and dust storms, while a metallic copper element is added to the number set and stripes on the pants, highlighting Arizona's state metal.

Named as 'Cold Front,' this one features elements of snow and icy conditions that remain a major part of the region. One of the major highlights is the crystalized buffalo logo featured on the sleeve, while a frosty look is given through different textures and silver trims.

Players in this team will be seen wearing a 'Midnight Mode' themed design. The official release states that this all-new uniform shows the colors and patterns that surround the city after the sun goes down.

Also, it has pops of yellow on the cap sleeves to remember the uniform the Rams wore at the time of their first Super Bowl in Los Angeles.

One of the major aspects about the Dolphins players is their speed, and their 'Dark Waters' uniform beautifully showcases that with green and orange stripes on the helmet, sleeves as well as pant stripes.

Dubbed as 'Nor'Easter,' the storm blue jersey of New England is made keeping in mind the region's fog. Also, it honors the six states that comprise the region. Further, six red stars have been carefully placed around the neckline in remembrance of their six Super Bowl wins.

Nicknamed the 'Gotham City Football Club,' the Jets players will be seen in a dark Empire green uniform, which has multiple shades of black, green and gray included in it.

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Since undergoing a major brand refresh during the offseason, the 'For the Faithful' uniform for the 49ers is black and includes classic red stripes on the sleeves and sides of the pants.

Famous for his loud fanbase, the Seahawks' uniform is called 'High-Decibel Zone,' having a soundwave-inspired pattern to come up with a ripple effect across the shoulders. The players will be pairing this jersey with navy pants.

The games start on September 25 and will go on till January 4.

Yes, more Rivalries uniforms will come out during the 2026, 2027 and 2028 seasons.

These will be worn once during the new season in a divisional rivalry game.

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