Nike x NFL Rivalries uniforms return for 2026 season with 8 new teams, including Lions and Texans

NFL.com detailed the next chapter of the Rivalries series, while ESPN supplied design breakdowns and debut notes. Specific team reveals followed: the Jacksonville Jaguars unveiled their look alongside Nike, the Detroit Lions received a first‑look spread in The Detroit News, and the Minnesota Vikings posted their uniform on their site. Houston’s franchise launched a “Houston/US” version, as reported by a Texas‑focused outlet, and Fox News confirmed the eight‑team lineup, highlighting the Lions and Texans among them.

Coverage does not yet specify the full visual details or launch schedule for all eight teams, and some reports rely on leaked images rather than official releases. Likewise, the exact game in which each team will debut its apparel remains unspecified. The uncertainty around design finalization means that some fan forums are already speculating on color schemes, but those discussions remain unofficial.

Future reports are expected to clarify debut dates as the 2026 schedule solidifies, and additional team announcements may fill the remaining slots in the eight‑team set. Fans and collectors will likely track official NFL communications for uniform rollout details and potential merchandising windows.