When it comes to outfitting football players of all skill levels with top of the line cleats that are just as sexy as they are functional, Nike has no shortage of options. Whether it be skill position players like Saquon Barkley and Odell Beckham Jr., or the big uglies in the trenches, Nike has a range of spikes on deck for the 2019 season.
In addition to their lineup of Air Jordan 1 Low and Air Jordan 1 Mid cleats, Nike recently introduced some all-new footwear options designed for multidirectional threats like Saquon Barkley and Russell Wilson, as well as the guys who will try to wreak havoc in the backfield, like Khalil Mack.
Nike Alpha Menace Elite 2 & Nike Force Savage Elite 2/Nike
Nike has already announced their 2019 NFL rookie class, which includes projected #1 overall pick Kyler Murray, LSU Linebacker Devin White and Alabama OL Jonah Williams, just to name a few.
Continue scrolling for a detailed look at what those rookies, as well as Nike's veteran Pro Bowlers, will be rocking on the gridiron this year.
First, the Nike Alpha Menace Elite 2 ($200) - which features an all-new midfoot strap for containment. And trust me, once you step into these puppies you are absolutely locked in.
According to Nike, TPU yarns in the forefoot were designed to protect the feet from getting stepped on when guys like Barkley or Wilson are looking to create space out on the field. Additionally, the strobel has been center-seamed down the middle of the cleat to lock the traction plate down on the footbed.
Nike Alpha Menace Elite 2/Nike
Nike Alpha Menace Elite 2/Nike
Nike Alpha Menace Elite 2/Nike
Then there's the Nike Force Savage Elite 2 ($140), which has been redesigned with a cleat plate for optimal comfort and traction.
Instead of laces, three straps work in concert with a "burrito tongue" to allow for quick tightening adjustments in-between plays. The cleats also come equipped with additional armor around the toe - a necessity when you're making a living at the line of scrimmage.
Both the Nike Alpha Menace Elite 2 and the Nike Force Savage Elite 2, as well as the Air Jordan 1 cleats and ultra lightweight Nike Vapor Untouchable 3, are all available on nike.com today.
