Best Receiver Football Shoulder Pads in 2026

Made With NXT-Foam - NXT-Foam is our custom molded ultra lightweight, protective, and odor-resistant foam.

Curved Shape - The curved shape of the Nxtrnd backplate offers maximum protection and comfort by wrapping around your lower back as opposed to traditional flat bulky backplates.

Vented Design - The vents on the back plate keep your lower back cool and help reduce the overall weight of your shoulder pads.

Made With NXT-Foam - NXT-Foam is our custom molded ultra lightweight, protective, and odor-resistant foam.

Curved Shape - The curved shape of the Nxtrnd backplate offers maximum protection and comfort by wrapping around your lower back as opposed to traditional flat bulky backplates.

Vented Design - The vents on the back plate keep your lower back cool and help reduce the overall weight of your shoulder pads.

VARSITY PROTECTION, YOUTH FIT: Our youth shoulder pads feature varsity protection technology while providing the fit for youth football players.

LIGHTWEIGHT PROTECTION: Xenith shoulder pads are designed for the committed athlete; lightweight and low profile allowing for a full range of motion without sacrificing protection.

EASY MAINTENANCE: Removable padding makes cleaning and maintenance simple.

Use with shoulder pads for additional lower back protection

Universal fit works with most shoulder pads

Hardware Included

Sizing Chart: Small: 16-17 inches, Medium: 17-18 inches, Large: 18-20 inches, Extra Large: 21-22 inches.

Improved Design: Increased shoulder coverage and anodized aluminum strips for added durability and less bulk.

Undefeated Comfort: Neoprene neckroll and belt pads for all-game comfort and Flex Hinge design for flexibility and range of motion.

Ideal for skill positions; offers maximum protection and maximum performance

Deeper cut in the arch design, which allows for a complete range of motion and versatility

Perforated body cushion combined with breathable mesh and arch vents for supreme breathability

Features high-density EVA foam for greater impact absorption and durability

This pad has a clavicle channel system to help with impact specifically around the AC joint

The pad is designed to be low profile for improved mobility and is the lightest varsity shoulder pad we can build while maintaining pro-level standards

Ideal for quarterback and wide receiver athletes with an equipped back attachment plate and smaller arch cut for added flexibility and protection

Swivel front connectors preferred by quarterbacks for increased range of motion

Next-level protection with Energy Lock redundant padding over multi-layer high density EVA body cushioning

Ideal for quarterback and wide receiver athletes

Upgraded padding protection to allow a heavy-hitting player to receive additional protection in both delivering and receiving big hits

AiR Maxx TPU cushioning is positioned over the shoulders to provide enhanced impact absorption

Developed for maximum shock absorption during training and competition.

.Comfortable and very durable extra protection for your shoulder pads,

allows effective protection of your back.

LOW-PROFILE DESIGN: Low-profile cantilever design with 3D steel arch spring creates and maintains a secure, superior fit during gameplay.

EXTRA PADDING: Integrated deltoid pads provide extra padding.

SHOCK RAIL DESIGN: The Shock Rail system disperses energy impact through its unique shoulder corrugation ridges.

Injection-molded components hold up to heavy use throughout football practices and games

SAS-TEC impact zone protection and a dynamic R.O.M. arch hinge help keep players safe throughout numerous tackles and dives

PAD-LOC buckle/strap system delivers a snug fit and easy adjustability

The T-Flex shoulder pad has high-impact, dual-density foam that provides added protection over most other youth pads

The body cushion is perforated and has 7mm vent holes for breathability; The three-point belt system adds a more snug fit to the pad

This pad is also treated with an antimicrobial treatment that prevents the growth of mold and bacteria

Air cushion rib pads

Lightweight design

Removable plastic fiber inserts

Injection-molded components hold up to heavy use throughout football practices and games

SAS-TEC impact zone protection and a dynamic R.O.M. arch hinge help keep players safe throughout numerous tackles and dives

PAD-LOC buckle/strap system delivers a snug fit and easy adjustability

The T-Flex shoulder pad has high-impact, dual-density foam that provides added protection over most other youth pads

The body cushion is perforated and has 7mm vent holes for breathability; The three-point belt system adds a more snug fit to the pad

This pad is also treated with an antimicrobial treatment that prevents the growth of mold and bacteria

Great for RB, DB, TE, LB, QB, WR

Air-Management Technology

Flat Pad Design with 1" Belt and Buckle System

Great for OL, DL, LB, DE, TE

Air-Management Technology

Flat Pad Design with 1" Belt and Buckle System

Size: X-Large

Black nylon cover and HDOC foam with double density arch padding construction. EPE foam outside shell; comfort HDOC foam inside. Black corrugated arches for lighter weight, strength, and durability.

Extended arches for better protection. Drilled holes for attaching neck roll and back pads. 1" belt and buckle hookup system. Front webbing wrap around snubbers.

Size: 2X-Small: (20-40 lbs) (10"-11")

HDOC foam with double density arch padding construction. EPE foam outside shell; comfort HDOC foam inside. Black corrugated arches for lighter weight, strength, and durability.

Extended arches for better protection. Drilled holes for attaching neck roll and back pads. Single elastic underarm strap.

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Lightweight, low profile pad for maximum mobility

Compressed Hex Foam for top of the line moisture management and protection

Ventilated arch for better air flow

Made With NXT-Foam - NXT-Foam is our custom molded ultra lightweight, protective, and odor-resistant foam.

Curved Shape - The curved shape of the Nxtrnd backplate offers maximum protection and comfort by wrapping around your lower back as opposed to traditional flat bulky backplates.

Vented Design - The vents on the back plate keep your lower back cool and help reduce the overall weight of your shoulder pads.

Lightweight Air Management Protection

Size 3X-Large. The ALT4-965 football shoulder pad from TAG features high energy absorption, durability, comfort, and flexibility. For offensive lineman and defensive lineman positions.

Polycarbonate epaulets for high energy transformation. Corrugated sub-arch with TAG exclusive NV815 super foam under the sub arch features better protection than honeycomb.

Low profile, lightweight football pads feature TAG exclusive NX210 NX-TEC padding over the shoulders and TAG exclusive NX200 in the lower front and back areas.

SKILL PADS: The Guantlet Skill pads are designed with specially sized arch plates to allow for extended arm mobility, perfect for skill position athletes who need a greater range of motion.

LOW-PROFILE DESIGN: Low-profile forward cant design creates a superior fit, with sleek arch plates that reduce weight and increase mobility.

AIR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM: Air management removable liner system evenly distributes impact force, resulting in optimal protection.