NFL ‘Rivalries’ jerseys: When will each team wear the collection? Check debut dates for all 8 teams

Eight teams from the NFC North and AFC South get new Rivalries uniforms, with jerseys and merchandise going on sale September 1, 2026.

Published on: Aug 26, 2026, 02:32:11 IST

By Ojas Jaiswal

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Nike and the NFL have introduced the 2026 edition of their “Rivalries” uniform collection, with eight teams from the NFC North and AFC South receiving new alternate designs on Tuesday.

Nike and the NFL have introduced the 2026 edition of their “Rivalries” uniform collection. (X @NFL)

The special uniforms draw inspiration from each team’s city and are set to be worn during select home games against divisional opponents throughout the 2026 season.

The Rivalries series made its debut in 2025, featuring teams from the AFC East and NFC West.

Rivalries series adds eight teams

For its second edition, the program is expanded to the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars and Tennessee Titans.

Fans will be able to purchase the new jerseys and related merchandise beginning September 1, 2026.

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Here’s a look at when each of the eight teams is scheduled to make its Rivalries uniform debut during the upcoming season.

NFC North

Chicago Bears

The Bears will debut their Rivalries look on Friday, December 25, 2026, for a special Christmas Day home game in Week 16. They will face off against their historic division rivals, the Green Bay Packers.

Detroit Lions

The Lions are set to showcase their new uniforms on Sunday, November 1, 2026, during a Week 8 home game. They will debut the design against the Minnesota Vikings.

Green Bay Packers

The Packers will wear their new jerseys on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Lambeau Field during Week 5. The highly anticipated debut comes against the Chicago Bears.

Minnesota Vikings

The Vikings will hit the field in their Rivalries gear on Sunday, December 20, 2026, for a late-season Week 15 matchup.

They will host the Detroit Lions for the event.

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AFC South

Houston Texans

The Texans will host a primetime debut on Thursday, November 19, 2026, during Week 11. They will wear the new jerseys under the lights against the Indianapolis Colts.

Indianapolis Colts

The Colts will be the very first team from the 2026 class to debut their uniforms on Sunday, September 27, 2026, in Week 3. They will host the Houston Texans for the game.

Jacksonville Jaguars

The Jaguars will unveil their new look on the field on Sunday, November 1, 2026, during Week 8. They will host their division rivals, the Indianapolis Colts.

Tennessee Titans

The Titans are scheduled to debut their gear on Sunday, November 15, 2026, during a Week 10 home game. They will face the Jacksonville Jaguars for the occasion.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Ojas Jaiswal
Ojas Jaiswal is a Content Producer at Hindustan Times, currently working with the US Desk, where he covers a wide spectrum of American sports and global news developments. From high-intensity NFL moments on the field to the latest off-court NBA storylines, he specializes in delivering engaging, audience-driven stories that blend factual accuracy with compelling narratives. A graduate in Journalism and Mass Communication from Bennett University, Ojas brings over two years of experience in digital journalism. Before joining Hindustan Times, he worked with EssentiallySports, a leading digital sports media platform catering to American sports audiences, where he contributed across multiple editorial and engagement-focused roles. He also interned with Times Network at the Sports Desk, producing articles and video content across diverse sports, ranging from Formula 1 to football. Known for his commitment to factual and accurate reporting, Ojas was awarded a Certificate of Excellence in Editing during his college years. Beyond sports journalism, he closely follows international affairs and global developments, while also exploring documentaries from different cultures and regions around the world. A lifelong football enthusiast, Ojas has admired Lionel Messi since childhood and continues to draw inspiration from the football icon’s journey and legacy.Read More

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