The Bills Red Helmets Are Back
It’s official: the red lids are making their return to Buffalo.
The Buffalo Bills have announced the comeback of their iconic red helmets, worn from 1987 to 2001, for a special Week 18 matchup against the New York Jets — marking the final regular season game at the current Highmark Stadium before the team moves into their new home in 2026. And that’s not all. The Bills will also revive their classic Standing Buffalo throwback uniforms for two additional games during the 2025 NFL season.
With bold red shells, traditional blue-and-white striping, and a crisp white facemask, the red helmet is a direct throwback to a golden era of Bills football — the Super Bowl runs of the '90s, the legends that built the franchise, and a look that is forever etched into league history.
“There’s no better way to celebrate our fans and honor our team’s history than by bringing back the red helmets,” said Pete Guelli, Bills COO. “This is a great way to commemorate the closing of Highmark Stadium in our regular season finale.”
As the team prepares to move on from the current Highmark Stadium, the return of the red helmets and the classic throwbacks give fans a proper send-off. It’s a tribute not only to the players who built the franchise but also to the most loyal fanbase in football. For Week 18, expect the crowd in Orchard Park to be loud, proud, and decked out in red.
This is more than just a uniform drop — it’s a celebration of Bills history, a moment to reflect, and a look forward to the next era of Buffalo football.
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