Bills' Mack Hollins Arrives Barefoot to Snowy Game, Citing Health Benefits

The wide receiver, known for his unconventional habits, walked shoeless into a 31-degree game, continuing his years-long barefoot practice.

Mack Hollins, Buffalo Bills wide receiver, arrived barefoot to a snowy, 31-degree game against the San Francisco 49ers on December 1, 2024.
Hollins has been practicing barefoot living for 4-5 years, claiming it improves foot, ankle, and knee strength and overall body health.
Despite concerns about frostbite, Hollins sees shoes as unnecessary, comparing them to tools only used when needed.
Hollins wore cleats during the game, contributing to the Bills’ 35-10 victory and scoring a touchdown, helping the team secure the AFC East title for the fifth consecutive year.
The athlete, known for his eccentric personality, has shared his barefoot philosophy in interviews and on TikTok, where he also posts science challenges and personal experiments.