Nike, the NFL’s new uniform and apparel provider, didn’t just change the color schemes of their new uniforms -- they enhanced the technology as well. The new uniforms are lighter, stronger and more form-fitting to allow no distractions for the player while he’s on the field.
Nike’s New NFL Uniforms: Technology Behind The Changes
Nike explained some of the technological changes they made to the uniforms:
- LIGHTER - The Nike jersey and pant, wet or dry are lighter than previous versions
- FLYWIRE TECHNOLOGY- Eliminates layers, reduces weight, and provides lockdown fit
- ZONED MESH VENTILATION - Provides cooling zones for optimal thermoregulation
- ZONED STRENGTH - High tenacity, stretch material, for light weight lockdown strength.
- CUT FOR MOBILITY - Four-way stretch, hydrophobic materials enable range of motion wet or dry.
- STRETCH TWILL NUMBERS - Four-way stretch even on numbering system
- CUSTOMIZABLE BASELAYER PADDING - Nike Pro Combat Hyperstrong baselayer with integrated lightweight, Deflex padding offering customizable flexible protection.
- DEFLEX PADDING - Lightweight, flexible impact protection integrated into top “hit zone” areas
- ALUMINUM D-RING BELT - Aircraft-grade aluminum D-ring belt reduces weight.
There’s obviously a lot more that goes into jerseys than I realized.
So far, the Seahawks are the only team with major changes but more will likely be coming in future years.
Stay tuned to this StoryStream for more on Nike’s new NFL uniforms.
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