NFL players get in the Christmas spirit before Sunday’s games

With Christmas just five days away, several NFL players decided to use the last Sunday before the holiday to celebrate with some festive gear

With Christmas just five days away, several NFL players decided to use the last Sunday before the holiday to celebrate with some festive gear.

In the Meadowlands on Sunday, a pair of stars broke out their best before kickoff.

Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham, Jr. warmed up in Christmas-themed cleats, complete with lights and a Christmas present on top of the laces:

Odell Beckham Jr's Christmas cleats. They light up. pic.twitter.com/79C08jnjn9

— Kim Jones (@KimJonesSports) December 20, 2015

Panthers quarterback Cam Newton answered with a Green Lantern t-shirt and red-and-green shoes.

Cam Newton also appears to be in the Christmas spirit. pic.twitter.com/eXoMRXBxrw

— Kim Jones (@KimJonesSports) December 20, 2015

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There’s also Cardinals defensive back Patrick Peterson, who dressed up as an elf on the team plane:

It's Santa's favorite helper, @RealPeterson21! (He lost the weekly QB bet) pic.twitter.com/xM2OwKuj67

— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) December 19, 2015

These outfits are superb, but Redskins linebacker Brian Orakpo might take the cake.

Brian Orakpo making a late push for suit of the year. pic.twitter.com/h0eaDnC9lh

— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) December 20, 2015

I need that suit & tie, stat! You win the day, Mr. Orakpo.

- Kenny Ducey