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NFL Pride Logo As Pride Month Approaches

By Sushan Shrestha / May 30, 2023 07:54 AM

NFL shared the above photo in support of LGBTQ community in 2022
NFL shared the above photo in support of LGBTQ community in 2022( Source : twitter )

NFL pride logo 2023 was dropped by Oli London as the new logo of the league on May 28, 2023. NFL released rainbow logo in the pride month of 2021.

The new NFL pride logo circulating on social media is not the 2023 official emblem. It is the same one from 2021.

The Twitter handle under the name '@OliLondonTV' used the 2021 emblem and captioned it 'NFL’s New Logo 🏳️‍🌈.' The viral tweet has raised an unnecessary stir on the internet.

The image surfacing on the internet sees the NFL at the center in multi-color. The team logos of all franchises are placed in the background in rainbow colors.

It was used by the NFL in 2021, showing their support for the LGBTQ+ community. They unveiled the logo as NFL Pride Shield. In that post, NFL's Instagram handle wished a 'Happy Pride Month!' and promoted solidarity.

By far, the organization has not publicized this year's logo.


NFL pride logos were disclosed in 2021 and 2022. The organization shared photos of the NFL LGBTQ logo through social media accounts.

The first trademark was revealed on 1st June 2021. As mentioned, it featured the NFL and team emblems overlayed with multiple rainbow colors.

The meaning of different colors on the NFL Pride Shield
The meaning of different colors on the NFL Pride Shield( Source : twitter )

Likewise, a year later, they publicized four new photos. The #PRIDE365 was their go-to strategy to promote their stand for the LGBTQ+ community.

NFL pride logo 2022 did not include the trademark of the franchises. The NFL logo was painted in eleven colors and had a black background.

One of the photos stated that they are the constant advocate of LGBTQ+ people and stand for them throughout the year, not only in June. The #PRIDE365 is an indication of that dedication.

Including ten different colors represents the wide variations and backgrounds of transgender people. The brown and black display different marginalized people belonging to color.

The last picture of the lot lettered the list of programs and events conducted by the NFL. It includes the 'Football is Gay' campaign, Pride Night at Super Bowl LVI, partnership with The Trevor Project, and the NGFFL Draft pick.

NFL rainbow logo has eleven colors on the NFL shield. A white border can be seen around the shield.

The pride-themed shield has the football, stars, and background of NFL lettering in white.

A total of 11 shades are used
A total of 11 shades are used( Source : instagram )

The color scheme at the top-left begins with black. It is followed by brown and light blue. Black and brown are representations of people of color in the LGBTQ+ circle.

The remaining hue descending to the bottom right are as follows:

  • Pink
  • Royal Blue
  • Azure Blue
  • Emerald Green
  • Honey Yellow
  • Tangerine Orange
  • Red

All these color combinations have been used in the 2021 and 2022 trademarks. It is probable that the exact shades will be seen for the 2023 emblem.

NFL Pride Month

NFL new logo for pride month is yet to be released. Seeing their previous track record, we can expect a new logo on 1st June 2023.

The month of June is celebrated as Pride Month worldwide. Different parades and events to back the LGBTQ+ group occur during this time of the year.

Presidents like Bill Clinton, Barrack Obama, and Joe Biden have penned proclamations and executive orders to identify June as LGBTQ Pride Month.

NFL has also been actively involved in encouraging the group. It has been involved with The Trevor Project and GLAAD.

The Trevor Project helps prevent suicide among LGBTQ people. They offer 24/7 counseling and helpline services. NFL's collaboration with the organization helped market the 'Football is Gay' campaign, raising awareness of inclusiveness and equality.

Likewise, the league has been involved in National Coming Out Day. The likes of Wade Davis, Ryan O'Callaghan, Ryan Russell, Jeff Rohrer, Anthony Harris, and others participated in the event of The Trevor Project to display their allyship for the community.

The partnership with GLAAD results in the league going purple to stand against bullying. They celebrate Spirit Day by wearing and featuring purple across all the games in the league.


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