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The Evolution of the NFL Logo: A Timeline of Changes
NewsOctober 23, 2026·1 min read

The Evolution of the NFL Logo: A Timeline of Changes


The National Football League (NFL) logo, with its iconic shield design, is one of the most recognizable sports images in the world. The logo was introduced around 1940 to unify the league's teams and create a common representation. The original NFL logo featured 22 stars and stripes in two alternate colors. Between 1950 and the early 1960s, the stripes were replaced by pinstripes.

In the 1960s, the logo removed the pinstripes and colors from the text area, keeping a white background. In the 1980s, the logo was tweaked with a thicker blue border and a brighter monogram, featuring 23 stars. In 2008, the logo was revised to include only eight stars, representing the eight divisions of the league.

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