Ravens Unveil New 'Next Flight' Uniform Collection

The team's first major uniform overhaul in over two decades required years of meticulous planning and collaboration.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 11:37pm

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A cubist, geometric painting featuring overlapping planes of purple, black, and gold, conceptually representing the Ravens' new uniform design.The Ravens' new 'Next Flight' uniform collection represents a bold, modernized take on the team's classic look, reflecting their desire to push their identity forward while staying true to their roots.Baltimore Today

The Baltimore Ravens have unveiled their new 'Next Flight' uniform collection, marking the team's first major uniform overhaul in over 20 years. The process of creating the new look was a collaborative effort that spanned several years and involved key members of the organization, including the team's senior vice president of marketing, head equipment manager, and vice president of brand strategy.

Why it matters

The Ravens are known for their iconic look that has remained largely unchanged since the team's inception. This uniform update represents a rare and significant change for the franchise, reflecting their desire to modernize their aesthetic while staying true to their classic identity.

The details

The Ravens began the uniform exploration process over three years ago, submitting a formal notification to the NFL in December 2022. The team worked closely with Nike, the league's exclusive uniform provider, to develop various ideas and combinations, eventually landing on a design that pushes the team's look forward while staying true to their roots. A select group of players was involved in the final stages of the process.

  • The preliminary process began over three years ago in December 2022.
  • The new 'Next Flight' uniforms will be worn for the first time during the 2026 NFL season.

The players

Brad Downs

The Ravens' senior vice president of marketing and a key member of the team's uniform design working group.

Sashi Brown

The Ravens' head equipment manager and a member of the uniform design working group.

Kenico Hines

The Ravens' vice president of brand strategy and advertising, and a member of the uniform design working group.

Josh Lukin

The Ravens' vice president of brand strategy and advertising, and a member of the uniform design working group.

Jesse Minter

The Ravens' new head coach, who places a high value on collaboration and connectivity within the organization.

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What they’re saying

“I don't think we want to be the team that changes uniforms every five years. We want to be kind of modern classic, which I think is what our uniforms have become. I think they've looked good over the years, and I still think they look good. That's why we're excited to do this and perhaps push them a little bit forward.”

— Brad Downs, Senior Vice President of Marketing

“There was no level of detail in these uniforms that wasn't debated ad nauseam. That's the amount of work we wanted to put into these things. All four of us in that working group loved going through the process. It was challenging at times, it was frustrating, but we were all happy with where we landed.”

— Brad Downs, Senior Vice President of Marketing

“They (Nike) give you a scale, on a scale of one to 10, with one being minimal changes to the classic uniform, all the way to 10, where you think [Seattle] Seahawks neon green. Where do you want to be on that scale? All four of us answered that question individually. We were all right around the same line, around a 4 or 5. We want to push forward a little bit, but we want to stay true to who we were.”

— Brad Downs, Senior Vice President of Marketing

What’s next

The Ravens will submit their home game uniform selections to the league, and determine which specific combinations will be worn for primetime and other key games during the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Ravens' meticulous approach to updating their iconic uniforms reflects the team's commitment to preserving their classic identity while modernizing their look. The collaborative process involving key stakeholders ensures the new 'Next Flight' collection will resonate with both players and fans.