New York Giants Unveil Vintage 'Century Red' Uniforms for 100th NFL Anniversary: A Look Back at the Red and Blue Jerseys, Tan Pants, and Winged Helmet Design
Jersey design based on elements from Giants' history, pants reminiscent of first year uniforms
New York Giants unveil vintage 'Century Red' uniforms for 100th NFL anniversary
Uniforms consist of red and blue jersey, tan pants, and winged helmet with same color scheme as in 1933 and 1938
Uniforms have received mixed reactions from fans
Winged helmet design historically accurate for at least a decade (1937-1947)
The New York Giants are set to celebrate their 100th season in the NFL with a unique throwback uniform. The team unveiled the new 'Century Red' uniforms on May 16, which will be worn up to two times during the 2024 season. The uniforms consist of a red and blue jersey, tan pants, and a winged helmet with the same red and blue color scheme.
The Giants have a rich history that dates back to their inaugural season in 1925. To commemorate this milestone, the team has taken inspiration from various eras of their past. The jersey design is based on elements from the 1933 and 1938 seasons.
The red top of the jersey is separated by a large blue midsection, which is only separated from the red by white trim. The unique white numbers within the blue block add to the vintage look of the uniforms. The tan pants are reminiscent of those worn in their very first year, and they fall in line with other throwbacks worn from a similar era.
The winged helmet design is historically accurate for at least a 10-year period of the Giants' history (1937-1947). It might remind some fans of the University of Michigan or Princeton, but it is an authentic piece of New York Giants history.
The uniforms have received mixed reactions from fans on social media. While some are excited about the throwback look and appreciate the team's efforts to honor their past, others have expressed disapproval due to the pants design. Regardless, these uniforms will undoubtedly be a conversation starter during the 2024 NFL season.
The Giants will wear retro uniforms for up to two games this season to celebrate their 100th anniversary.
The team's planning for the 100th season started almost two years ago and includes various activations such as an unveiling of the Top 100 players in franchise history, a day at Yankee Stadium with an Eli Manning bobblehead, and grants for committed partners.
Uniform consists of pants and socks from Giants’ inaugural year (1925), color-blocked red-and-blue jersey from (1933), and helmet inspired by (1938) design
Jersey features a red top with large blue midsection separated by white trim, and unique white numbers within the blue block
Giants chose this uniform design to represent their early years when uniforms frequently changed
The New York Giants unveiled alternate uniforms on Thursday to commemorate their 100th season.
The 'Century Red' throwback uniforms feature a red and blue jersey, tan pants, and a winged helmet with the same red and blue color scheme.
Outside linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux described the uniform as 'gritty and vintage'.
Linebacker Bobby Okereke described the uniform as 'gritty and vintage' and a testament to those who played before.
Fans on social media expressed disapproval of the uniforms, with comments such as 'I wanna like these ... but the pants ruined them' and 'This was a miss.'
