Minnesota Vikings' helmet for Christmas Eve game 'leaked' online and fans aren't impressed

The MINNESOTA Vikings' one-off helmet for their Christmas Eve game against the New York Giants leaked on Thursday, and the design has been met with a mixed reception.

The helmet, posted by Pro Football Talk, is (unsurprisingly) all white and features a silver face guard and silver outlined horns.

This came just a day after the Vikings announced a winter whiteout theme for the Giants game.

One fan took the opportunity to dig at the 10-2 Vikings, commenting: "All white like a surrender flag seems perfect for them with the playoffs right around the corner."

Another said: "Live in MN and of course a fan, but really not digging this look. I dunno, maybe like purple wind for the emblem or something representing a snow storm"

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But not everyone was convinced that this helmet was the real deal, responding: "That is called the Ice variant and I highly doubt they would ever use it. Mainly bought by sports memorabilia collectors to get signed by players."

Regardless, Minnesota's potential new helmet is the latest in a string of fresh looks debuted around the NFL this season.

The New Orleans Saints, New York Jets, Carolina Panthers and Arizona Cardinals all debuted jet-black helmets.

The Chicago Bears wore a striking orange helmet back in October against the Washington Commanders, while the Houston Texans debuted a vivid red look.

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And it's also been a year for the return of some much-loved classic looks such as the Dallas Cowboys' throwback look on Thanksgiving.

The New England Patriots also brought back the Pat Patriot logo to accompany their red uniforms.

Atlanta saw the Falcons bring back their original red helmets, with the addition of a gold accent against the San Francisco 49ers.

While the Giants brought back their block-letter look from the 80s and 90s.

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