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adidas Football Cleats

No matter where you line up on the gridiron, there is a pair of football cleats from adidas that will help you elevate your level of play. For linemen on both offense and defense, adidas has cleats for football that are designed with high ankles for outstanding support. These lineman's cleats give you the solid base you need to dig your feet in and win your battles in the trenches. adidas also has a selection of football cleats for quarterbacks and linebackers, players who need sturdy footing but don't want to sacrifice side-to-side movement. These position player cleats for football are the best of both worlds: lightweight and stable.

Whether you're hitting the tackle dummies in training or making a hard cut to create separation and get open for the winning touchdown, adidas football cleats will help you get the most out of your game. With options for players at every position, adidas cleats for football are versatile and durable. Grab a pair of lightweight cleats that are built for speed so you can blow through the line of scrimmage to make the big hit or the big run. And for young players, adidas has a selection of youth football cleats that will help them get started on their gridiron journey. Check out the whole selection of football cleats at adidas and follow pro trainer Tracy Ford’s football drills to increase your speed to an elite level.

WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT FOOTBALL CLEAT FIT?

With so many choices, finding the perfect cleat can be hard. Check out the adidas Football Cleat Buying Guide to find the perfect shoe suited to your needs.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

No matter the cleat you choose, learn how to keep them fresh using our guide on How to Clean Football Cleats.

Football Cleats Frequently Asked Questions

Do football players wear cleats or spikes?

Football players wear cleats on the field. Spikes are used for certain kinds of running, but they're not allowed for playing football because they could rip up artificial grass. Football cleats have non-metal studs on the bottom that provide grip on grass, turf and muddy fields. They also have protective uppers for close contact during play. Find out which football cleats work for you here..

What is the lightest adidas football cleat?

The adizero line delivers the lightest adidas cleats for football. There are several versions of the cleats, and their different sizes and technologies affect the exact weight. For example, the adizero 40 weighs under 6 ounces. In designing the cleats, adidas listened to input from players who use them on the field. All versions of the cleats are made with athletes' quickness in mind. Check out the latest adizero looks.

What football cleats are best for turf?

Football cleats with small molded synthetic studs will help you tear it up on the football field without literally tearing up the turf. Other factors to consider when choosing cleats are whether they're cut low, mid or high, whether you need an extra-wide fit, how durable the cleats are and what position you play. Read our blog for more on picking the right cleats for you.