Buy high-top football shoes if you are a lineman, because the high-tops will provide extra support for your ankles. Your constant lateral movements on the field may cause ankle injuries if you wear football shoes with a lower cut.
Buy mid-cut football shoes if you are a skill player such as a quarterback, wide receiver, defensive back or running back, because mid-cuts will allow you to maneuver easier on the field .
Low-cut football shoes can also be worn by skill players, but provide less ankle support than mid-cut shoes. Low-cuts are generally lighter in weight, but provide a higher level of maneuvering flexibility to support quicker movements.;
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Most molded cleats have rubber permanently attached to the bottom of the shoe sole that can provide more spring and traction while moving on fields with hard, dry turf.



Detachable cleats can be customized and replaced with different sizes using a tool such as a cleat wrench.
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One-inch (2.54 cm) cleats will dig deep into the ground and prevent you from sliding in wet and muddy playing conditions.
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Do not wear leather shoes if you are playing on wet or muddy fields, because the leather will easily absorb water.
Treat your leather shoes with mink oil conditioner to keep the material pliable in addition to protecting the shoes from and repelling water.



Synthetic shoes are ideal for wet or muddy playing conditions, since they can repel water and dry easily. However, they are not as breathable as leather shoes.
Choose a football shoe based on your playing position.
Buy football shoes with molded cleats if you consistently play on the same field or the same type of field.
Purchase football shoes with detachable cleats for versatility if you travel to, and play on, a variety of field types.
Obtain shoes with long cleats and more than 12 studs if you play on wet, grassy fields, because they will provide you with the best traction.

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Get shoes with cleats that are 1 inch (2.54 cm) long if you generally play on muddy fields.
Use half-inch (1.27 cm) cleats for the best traction on hard-packed, natural grass.

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Buy football shoes with numerous tiny nubs on the bottom for the best traction on dry, artificial grass.

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Wear football shoes made from leather for increased flexibility and to help your feet breathe easier.
Purchase shoes made from synthetic materials if you need extra support or reinforcement in the ankle, mid-foot and forefoot regions.
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