25. Air Jordan 11 Low “Bred”

Original Air Jordan 11 colorways are always a hit, regardless of the Low-top cut. In 2025, it’ll be hard to pass up on the OG “Bred” colorway.

24. Air Jordan 12 “Melo”

Originally dropping in 2004, the “Melo” 12s were giving the nickname for its resemblance to the Denver Nuggets’ new powder blue jerseys. The colorway, however, has always left a lot to be desired; if the mudguard went full University Blue, we’d rank ’em higher. Certainly a nice dose of nostalgia, but that’s about it.

23. Air Jordan 10 “Steel”

Hot take? The Air Jordan 10 “Steel” may have grabbed headlines, but the toe-cap exists better as a bit of history than as a GR release. Air Jordan 10s have been under-performers at retail, so if you really need a pair, you might even be able to scoop ’em for under MSRP.

22. Air Jordan 4 SB “Varsity Red”

2025 will see the return of the Air Jordan 4 SB, with “Varsity Red” set to land on this cross-category sneaker release. While we have the “Midnight Navy” pair ranked much higher, these can understandably rank higher.

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21. Air Jordan 9 “Cool Grey”

Although Jordan Brand is bringing back OG colorways of the Air Jordan 9, it’s been largely relegated to golf. While no OG colorways have been confirmed for next year, we are being treated with a re-release of the “Cool Grey”, a Retro that first debuted back in 2002 and ended up on Jordan’s feet during his Wizards run.

20. Air Jordan 3 “Rare Air”

At one point, this sneaker was off our list of the 25 best Jordans of 2025. However, a unique detail — the flipped Nike Air logo at the heel — has us intrigued.

19. Air Jordan 14 “Ferrari”

Returning in 2025 is the Air Jordan 14 “Ferrari”, a luxurious take on the XIV model. A hit when it first dropped 2014, the Ferrari 14s will likely be a hot seller when it arrives next year.

18. Union x Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG SP

After a series of alternate projects, Union LA appears to be going back to the well with their third colorway of the Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG SP. The mock-up below represents a possible outcome of the known colorway.

17. Air Jordan 5 “Black Metallic Reimagined”

Had these been a true Retro and not a non-Reimagined released, it’d be a Top 5 shoe. But with the updated reflective accents, it’ll detract purists for sure.

16. A Ma Maniere x Air Jordan 5

Jordan Brand’s connection with A Ma Maniere remains healthy. In 2025, they’ll swing their attention back to the 2025 with a promising color spec that reads as White/Diffused Blue/Violet Ore/Black/Clear. It’s not entirely clear if it’s a new colorway of their 2025 design. Still, AMM Jordans always deserve attention.

15. Air Jordan 8 “Bugs Bunny”

The Air Jordan 8 may not be for everyone, but respect is due when an original colorway connected to one of the best marketing campaigns in Nike history is back in the limelight.