Under stadium lights that blur the line between hardwood and turf, adidas is treating Anthony Edwards’ signature like a bigger stage than basketball alone. The shift feels deliberate, and the arrival of the adidas AE 1 football cleats in 2026 makes that clear as Edwards’ influence begins to stretch across sports rather than staying inside one arena.

A low-cut football adaptation of his debut signature anchors the push, translating the familiar AE 1 shape into a molded-traction build meant for speed and sudden cuts. The upper keeps its breathable, engineered feel, while the reworked outsole signals that this release is built for grass, not gloss. It’s a subtle evolution that suggests adidas sees Edwards less as a single-sport athlete and more as a platform.

Colorways arrive in a staggered rhythm rather than all at once. “Pure Ruby” leads on May 1, 2026, alongside the return of “Best of Adi”, with the “3SSB” pair following on July 1, 2026. The rollout reads like a proper season plan, not a novelty drop.

For players and collectors watching how basketball silhouettes migrate to football, this release marks a clear moment of crossover.

The adidas AE 1 Football Cleats will begin releasing May 1, 2026 at adidas.com and select retailers.

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