TheNew York Jetsare once again swimming in the AFC East's sewer. Maybe that explains why they'll be dressed like manhole covers Sunday when they host theMiami Dolphins.
That will likely be a common reaction of jaded Jets fans when they see their team dressed not in customary green and white but instead in a muted Gotham Green, Iron Ore, Dark Stucco and black colorway as the NYJ debut their "Rivalries" uniforms, which are meant to honor New York City's grit and the club's roots.
According to the Jets, their "Gotham City Football Club" kit is meant to evoke the following:
"More than just a football team. Our origins were chartered based on this city itself. We have existed for decades continually evolving to the heartbeat that surrounds us. This city is more than a skyline, borough or landmark. It's forged by those who stare down adversity. A patchwork of millions, rising together with ambition, the promise and pride. For us it's not about where you are going, but where you're from. Every story has a beginning, and this is ours.
"This is Gotham City Football."
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— New York Jets (@nyjets)December 6, 2025
What's new about the Jets' 'Rivalries' uniforms?
Not kidding about the manhole covers. Their familiar pattern from New York's streets will be featured on the helmet's centerline stripe and jersey's shoulder panels.
The helmet is matte black with the team logo in a silvery (Iron Ore?) look. The jersey numbers have a Gothic font. An alternate Jet logo using the manhole pattern appears on the shoulder. "Gotham City Football" is written inside the collar.
Week 5: Buffalo Bills wide receiver Curtis Samuel makes a catch against the New England Patriots at Highmark Stadium. The Bills wore their new "Rivalries" uniform for the "Sunday Night Football" game, which the Patriots won, 23-20." style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 
Week 5: Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield awaits the snap against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Both teams wore throwback uniforms in the Buccaneers' 38-35 win. The Buccaneers and Seahawks entered the NFL together as expansion teams in 1976." style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 
Week 4: Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) hands the ball off to running back J.K. Dobbins during the "Monday Night Football" game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Empower Field at Mile High. The Broncos wore their "Midnight Navy" uniforms for the 28-3 win." style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 
Week 4: Miami Dolphins running back De'von Achane rushes the ball against the New York Jets during a 27-21 win on "Monday Night Football" at Hard Rock Stadium. The Dolphins wore their new their Nike "Rivalries" uniforms – the team version dubbed "Dark Waters."" style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 
Week 4: The Arizona Cardinals defense tackles Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tory Horton (15) during the first quarter of a "Thursday Night Football" game at State Farm Stadium. The Cardinals became the first NFL team to wear the new Nike "Rivalries" uniform in a game. The Seahawks won the game, 23-20." style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 
Week 3: New Orleans Saints running back Kendre Miller (5) stiff arms Seattle Seahawks linebacker Tyrice Knight (48) during the second quarter at Lumen Field. The Saints wore their all-white uniform and helmet combo for the first time in the 44-13 loss." style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 
Week 3: San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey carries the ball against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half at Levi's Stadium. The 49ers wore throwback jerseys - an homage to the team's 1950s look, as well as its 1994 Super Bowl-winning season - in the 16-15 win against the Cardinals." style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 
Week 2: Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) runs the ball against the Atlanta Falcons at U.S. Bank Stadium. Sporting "The Vikings Classic" throwback uniform inspired by the team's look during the 1960s and '70s, Minnesota was defeated, 22-6." style="max-width:100%; height:auto; border-radius:6px; margin:10px 0;" loading="lazy" /> 
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What are NFL 'Rivalries' uniforms by Nike?
Think of them as the football version of the sports apparel company's NBA "City Edition" uniforms or Major League Baseball's "City Connect" jerseys. Signaled during the NFL draft andunveiled in August, Nike has strived to create something that further strengthens NFL teams' bonds to their unique civic environments. And, as "rivalries" would suggest, all of them will be worn in intra-divisional matchups.
"The 2025 Rivalries uniforms will celebrate storied local traditions and unite fan communities with designs unique to select cities and teams," Nike announced during the rollout.
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"The designs are rooted extensively in the legacies and inspirations true to each team, serving as authentic, competitive expressions of community pride while giving athletes and fans an opportunity to connect like never before."
Which NFL teams have 'Rivalries' uniforms?
Eventually all of them. But for 2025, each team in the AFC East and NFC West is scheduled to wear its "Rivalries" unis one time this season. Two additional divisions will be added to the rotation in each of the next three seasons, and the "Rivalries" option then becomes part of a team's closet for the following three years.
When will NFL teams wear 'Rivalries' uniforms in 2025?
▶Arizona Cardinals: Sept. 25 vs. Seattle Seahawks
▶Buffalo Bills: Oct. 5 vs. New England Patriots
▶Los Angeles Rams: Nov. 16 vs. Seattle Seahawks
▶Miami Dolphins: Sept. 29 vs. New York Jets
▶New England Patriots: Nov. 13 vs. New York Jets
▶New York Jets:Dec. 7 vs. Miami Dolphins
▶San Francisco 49ers:Jan. 4, 2026 vs.Seattle Seahawks
▶Seattle Seahawks:Dec. 18 vs.Los Angeles Rams
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