Built for Line players / power positions; players who want protected toe and stable traction.
A wide, stable lineman molded cleat with strong traction and cushioning, but mixed durability and too heavy for speed players.
| Released | 2022 | Brand | Under Armour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model | Highlight Hammer D Football Cleats | Type | American Football · Cleat |
| Upper | Lightweight synthetic upper with raised 3D printed toe protection / textile collar (textile + 3D print) | Soleplate | Molded TPU plate with a wider foundation and diamond-shaped studs |
| Surface | All-surface / multi-surface (listed as 'All Surface' / MC) | Who it's for | Line players / power positions; players who want protected toe and stable traction |
| Weight | 539 g | Fit | Regular/true to size (retailer listings describe as 'Regular'/'Regular fit'); some users r |
| MSRP | $110 | ||
Synthesised from 4 independent reviews, every claim traces to a quote in the breakdown. We don't test products ourselves.
A high-cut, molded lineman cleat for grass and turf with a wide plastic plate and a protective toe shroud. Reviewers praise strong traction and ankle support for power players. Reviewers disagree on long-term durability and how well the toe protection works.
Released in 2022 as part of Under Armour's Highlight family, the Highlight Hammer D is aimed at line and other power players.
The upper is a lightweight synthetic with raised 3D printed material over the toe for protection and a textile ankle collar. Some colorways add a suede panel at the heel.
The soleplate is a molded TPU plate, which is a rigid plastic foundation, with a wider base and diamond-shaped studs. The cleat ships as a multi-surface molded (MC) configuration for grass and turf.
The shoe uses Under Armour's Charged Cushioning midsole foam, a SuperFoam® comfort insole, and an adjustable UA Pellet Protect shroud that covers the laces for protection; weight is 539 g per shoe (about 19 ounces).
This cleat is made for offensive and defensive linemen and other power players who need a wide platform, high ankle support and stable traction. The 539 g weight, molded plastic plate and roomy toe box suit high-school and college linemen, and adult recreational players with wide feet.
This cleat is not a good fit for low-cut speed roles such as wide receiver or cornerback. Those positions usually need a lighter, lower-profile cleat for faster acceleration and quicker change of direction. Players who need detachable metal spikes or very heavy-duty abrasion resistance may prefer models with spike capability or thicker reinforcement.
Traction is the cleat's most consistently praised feature. Reviewers say the molded plastic plate and aggressive lug pattern give reliable bite on short, slick grass and mixed surfaces. Footballrs reported good performance on short slick grass.
Shop Zappos said the molded plate adds a wider base with aggressive lugs that dig into the ground. Cleats Hub highlighted the stud layout and the midsole-plus-plate combination for solid traction.
The diamond-shaped molded studs and wider plate are meant to give a stable, powerful base for players who push and anchor, not the quick-release grip that low-cut speed cleats aim for.
i tested this on like a slick grass that was short and it performed pretty well. Footballrs
Reviewers say the cleat gives strong ankle support because the upper wraps around the ankle and the collar keeps the foot held in place. Footballrs described "really good high ankle support." Cleats Hub said the thick upper supplies ample support. Shop Zappos noted extra heel structure from the suede panel.
This support helps players hold their ground and resist lateral forces at the line of scrimmage. That support reduces some forefoot flexibility in exchange for a more locked-in feel.
it is really good high ankle support your ankle feels really nice and locked in. Footballrs
Retail listings and reviewers describe the fit as regular or true to size, with a clearly wide forefoot. Footballrs said they are "very wide on the front." Shop Zappos said the molded plate creates a wider fit underfoot. Cleats Hub warned the toe box feels thin and stiff at first and may need time to break in.
Players with wide feet should find the profile comfortable out of the box. Players with narrow feet may notice the forefoot and plate feel roomier until the upper breaks in.
they're very wide on the front which is really nice so these are going to be great for wide feet. Footballrs
Reviewers give mixed reports on durability. Shop Zappos called the upper "lightweight yet durable." Footballrs gave a low durability score and said the cleat "doesn't really have any" protection in a comment questioning toughness.
This split means the materials may last well enough for many users, but the toe protection and long-term toughness may not match heavier, more reinforced lineman cleats for some players.
Under Armour's cushioning pieces are present and reviewers found the underfoot feel supportive. Cleats Hub noted the typical Under Armour insole and gave a high cushioning score. Shop Zappos pointed to the full-length Charged Cushioning midsole and SuperFoam® insole as providing noticeable comfort underfoot.
The cushioning is suited to repeated impacts and contact common in line play rather than aiming for minimal ground feel or extreme lightness.
Comfort ratings are strong in the reviewer sample. Footballrs called them "one of the most comfortable linemen cleats on the market right now." Shop Zappos credited the full-length cushioning for overall comfort.
Comfort comes from the roomy toe box, the supportive upper and the cushioning midsole working together.
these are probably one of the most comfortable linemen cleats on the market right now. Footballrs
The upper combines a lightweight synthetic, 3D printed toe protection and a textile collar. Some colorways add a suede heel. Cleats Hub described a two-piece frame assembled nicely but warned that suede can be less reliable over time.
The materials aim to balance protection, structure and weight. Suede accents add structure but may not last as long as heavier reinforcements.
At 539 g per shoe (about 19 ounces), the Highlight Hammer D is heavier than low-cut speed cleats. Footballrs said the weight is in line with other dedicated lineman cleats. Shop Zappos noted the upper feels lightweight despite the overall mass.
The higher weight supports stability and protection but sacrifices the lightness that skill players want for top-end acceleration.
Lockdown is helped by the adjustable UA Pellet Protect shroud over the laces and the wraparound upper. Shop Zappos said the pellet protection shroud shields the laces and keeps debris out to help maintain a secure fit during play.
The lace shroud plus the wide, stable plate help keep the foot seated for blocking and short explosive movements common to linemen and other power positions.
adjustable pellet protection shroud, helping to protect your laces and keep at any field and turf debris so you can stay incredibly secure. Shop Zappos
The cleat is best for offensive and defensive line and other power positions. Reviewers called it a lineman cleat, and its 539 g weight and wide molded plastic plate match high-cut, power-focused designs.
Retail listings and reviewer reports say the fit is regular or true to size with a wide forefoot. Players with very narrow feet may want to try them on first.
Reviewer reports describe a roomy, wide toe box and a molded plate that creates a wider foundation, so they are a good choice for players with wide feet, especially linemen and power players.
They are a molded multi-surface (MC) design for grass and turf. The soleplate is molded TPU with diamond-shaped studs and does not use detachable metal spikes.
Durability reports are mixed: one reviewer flagged limited protection, while another called the upper lightweight yet durable. Overall reviewers averaged a middling durability score.
The cleats weigh 539 g per shoe (around 19 ounces). Reviewers say that weight matches other lineman and power-position models and is heavier than low-cut speed cleats.
Bottom line, A heavy, protective molded cleat made for linemen and other power players who want a wide platform and strong traction on grass or turf; not suitable for speed-focused skill players who need a lighter, low-cut cleat.
The Cleats Hub Score is a weighted aggregate of these independent reviews, normalised to 0–10 and weighted by source authority, recency and sample size. We don't sell or physically test products. Read the full methodology.
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