NFL uniforms: Who has the best look in the league? The answer comes down to two iconic teams.
After two rounds of polling, the competition for the best uniforms in the NFL has culminated in a showdown between the New Orleans Saints and the Los Angeles Chargers. These two franchises will face off for the prestigious title of best look in the league.
[How Saints, Chargers advanced out of the NFC and AFC, respectively]
In the NFC, the Saints’ striking uniforms triumphed over the Philadelphia Eagles, Minnesota Vikings, and Seattle Seahawks.
In the AFC, the Chargers’ eye-catching attire outperformed the Miami Dolphins, Cincinnati Bengals, and Houston Texans in a closely contested four-way vote.
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While no Lombardi Trophy will be awarded for this victory, the pride of being recognized for having the best uniforms in the NFL is a significant achievement, especially when many teams find it challenging to refresh their styles.
Let’s take one final look at our finalists for the best uniforms in the NFL and cast a vote for who deserves the ultimate bragging rights!
Who has the best uniform in the NFL?
NFC winner: Saints
NFC voting results: Saints 44%, Vikings 40%, Seahawks 10%, Eagles 6%
The NFC vote for the best uniforms mirrored the excitement of the 2009 NFC Championship Game, with the Saints narrowly defeating the Vikings. The 4% margin between the two teams was among the closest in the ten polls conducted. Minnesota fans might find solace in their team’s impressive 4-0 start this season, raising hopes for a real Super Bowl appearance.
Unfortunately for the Seahawks and Eagles, their designs fell significantly short. Philadelphia became the fourth team in the divisional round to receive less than 10% of the vote, while Seattle can at least take pride in its strong performance on the field this season.
The Saints’ uniforms, featuring the iconic fleur-de-lis, have evolved over the years. Their current look includes black home jerseys adorned with old gold numbers and nameplates, while the away games showcase white jerseys with black accents. Old gold pants complete the uniform, giving them a distinctive style that resonates with fans.
With this classic design, the Saints aim for a second title, following their first Super Bowl win in 2009.
AFC winner: Los Angeles Chargers
AFC voting results: Chargers 28%, Bengals 27%, Dolphins 25%, Texans 20%
Los Angeles has earned the title of “the cardiac Chargers” in this uniform vote. They narrowly defeated the Las Vegas Raiders by just 3% in the AFC West voting, and then won by a single percentage point against the Bengals in the conference round, creating a thrilling narrative reminiscent of their past playoff encounters.
The Dolphins and Texans were not far behind, with only three points separating them from the Chargers. This poll marked a rare occasion where all four teams finished within a 10-point range, showcasing the competitive nature of the voting. The Chargers, Bengals, and Dolphins’ classic looks edged out the Texans, whose new uniforms still managed to gain popularity.
The Chargers have only made one Super Bowl appearance, back in 1994. Now, they are on the big stage again, hoping to claim their first (unofficial) title for best uniforms in franchise history.
