Each year, the NFL partners with New Era to develop draft caps for all 32 teams—and each year, like clockwork, said hats are met with an abundance of scrutiny. Between quirky pins, awkward word marks, and designs that have served as eye sores rather than eye openers, it’s been a rough go of it on the draft hat front, and fans haven’t been shy about sharing their thoughts.
This year, however, the league shouldn’t have to worry about any pushback—because they’ve absolutely nailed the 2026 design.
