Jordan Brand, DROP THESE!
Just in time for #HBCUFriday, Howard University has another special Jordan Brand PE that has sneakerheads paying attention.
The “Away” Jordan XL x Howard University PE brings Howard’s signature blue-and-white identity to Jordan Brand’s latest performance basketball silhouette, and the result is a clean HBCU-inspired player exclusive that looks ready for the court.
And naturally, there’s one question that immediately comes to mind:
A Jordan XL Made for the Bison
Why can’t we buy these? 👀
The Jordan XL is Jordan Brand’s newest performance basketball model, designed with the modern game in mind. For Howard, the silhouette gets a school-specific PE treatment that gives the Bison a look of their own.
The “Away” designation adds another layer to the story, suggesting a road-game version of Howard’s Jordan XL PE rotation.
The color blocking keeps things relatively clean while letting the Howard identity do the talking.
And that’s exactly why this pair has many asking Jordan Brand to make it available to the public.
The PE Problem
Player exclusives have always been one of the most coveted parts of sneaker culture.
You see a player, team or school wearing a colorway that looks incredible—and then find out there’s no release date, no SNKRS draw and no way for the average sneakerhead to get a pair.
That’s part of what makes PEs special.
But when a PE connects a major sneaker brand with an HBCU, there’s also an argument for giving fans an opportunity to own it.
Howard has a massive alumni and fan base, and HBCU-inspired sneakers continue to generate interest well beyond campus.
So when a pair like this shows up?
People are going to ask for a release.
DROP THESE, Jordan Brand
The Jordan 40 x Howard University “Away” PE isn’t currently positioned as a general-release sneaker.
That hasn’t stopped the reaction.
If Jordan Brand decided to release these to the public, the conversation would be simple:
Would you cop?
For HBCU sneaker fans, Howard supporters and Jordan heads, this is the type of PE that could make plenty of wish lists.
For now, it’s another reminder that some of the best Jordan colorways never make it to store shelves.
WHAT WE KNOW
| Detail | Information |
| Model | Jordan 40 |
| School | Howard University |
| Colorway | Away |
| Type | Player/Team Exclusive |
| Release Date | Not announced |
| Retail Price | Not announced |
The Sneaker Shop Talk Question
If Jordan Brand put the Howard Jordan 40 “Away” PE on SNKRS tomorrow…
ARE YOU COPPING? 👀
Drop your answer in the comments:
🔥 COP
🗑️ PASS
And Jordan Brand, if you’re listening:
DROP THESE.
images via @eaglesandheat
