The Broncos and Seahawks to Wear Colored Jersey Matchup in 2026
The NFL calendar for Week 6 has an unexpected treat: The Seattle Seahawks and Denver Broncos will face off with brightly colored uniforms, a rare sight in the league.
The Colorado-based Broncos announced their debut of throwback Orange Crush uniforms as they take on the Seahawks on Thursday Night Football, October 15. This game is particularly special because it's only the fourth time since the start of the 2021 season that both teams will wear colored jerseys. The Seahawks will rock a royal blue uniform with a silver helmet, bringing fans down memory lane to their Super Bowl-winning 2025 season.
Note: The Seahawks will also wear these throwbacks in Week 7 against the Kansas City Chiefs.This matchup stands out not just because of the colors but because it's reminiscent of a bygone era. From 1977 to 2001, the Broncos and Seahawks shared the AFC West division, making this game a revisit of old rivalries.
Why Color vs. Color Games Are Rare
Color vs. color games are almost unheard of in the NFL due to strict uniform regulations. Although the league embraced themes like 'Color Rush' from 2015-18, which featured multiple such matchups, this game will mark just the fourth since then where neither team donned a Color Rush uniform. The last time this happened came during Week 15 of the previous season with the Atlanta Falcons in black against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in their iconic Creamsicle jerseys.
Iconic Throwbacks
The Broncos have had success with their throwback uniforms, going 5-0 since starting to wear them in 2024. Meanwhile, the Seahawks have worn these royal blue throwbacks three times during their Super Bowl run. This union of iconic styles will undoubtedly make for a thrilling showdown on the gridiron.
Expect More Throwbacks Next Week
In addition to this rare game, both teams will also wear their throwbacks in the next week's games: the Seahawks vs the Chiefs and the Broncos taking on another division rival. These new colors promise an exciting twist to the familiar Sunday and Thursday Night Football spectacles.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Seahawks-Broncos game?
The Seahawks-Broncos game is set for October 15, scheduled as part of Thursday Night Football in Denver.
What colors will each team wear?
The Broncos will sport their throwback Orange Crush jerseys while the Seahawks will rock a royal blue uniform with a silver helmet.
Why does this matchup happen so rarely?
This game is special because it won't involve typical 'Color Rush' uniforms, marking just the fourth time since 2021 that both teams aren't wearing such outfits. Historically, color vs color games are rare due to the NFL's uniform regulations.