The Air Jordan 41 "University Red" Releases October 2026

Jordan Brand's next signature basketball model is beginning to surface ahead of its official debut, with the Air Jordan 41 appearing in one of its most straightforward colorways yet. The "University Red" build covers the shoe in the brand's most iconic shade, mixing in Infrared 23 through the upper for a look that stays firmly in Jordan Brand's performance color heritage.

The upper is built from a woven textile that wraps close around the ankle, giving the silhouette a structured, low-profile collar. University Red dominates every panel while Infrared 23 weaves in across the upper surface, keeping the palette sharp without introducing any neutrals. A carbon fiber plate is visible through the midsole window, and ZoomX branding appears on the shoe to confirm part of the cushioning stack. The expected setup combines Cushlon 3.0 foam with ZoomX in the forefoot, Zoom Air in the heel, and a full-length Zoom Air Strobel unit running the length of the foot. A translucent outsole sits underneath, finished with a new traction pattern designed for the model.