Crazy uniforms have become just as big a part of college football as tailgating with schools trying to go for a cool look to attract fans and recruits (...mostly recruits).
Several teams have already unveiled new full uniforms for the 2015 season - some are good, some not so much.
So what will we be seeing on the field this fall?
15) Louisville Cardinals
What in the world is on those helmets??
14) Nebraska Cornhuskers Alternates
The all-black look is nice, but the pattern adidas put in the uniform makes it a big eye sore.
13) Michigan State Spartans Alternates
Shilique Calhoun models MSU’s alternate home jersey (Nike Mach Speed) @usnikefootball #Spartans pic.twitter.com/Wb8iW7pXO9
— Spartan Football (@MSU_Football) April 23, 2015
Something about dark green and black just don't look good together.
12) Oregon Ducks "Glow In The Dark" Uniforms
Pretty cool concept on paper, but they still play games under the lights and not in the dark, right?
11) Miami Hurricanes
.@CBSSportsCFB: http://t.co/jatV1gTybd @NCAA: http://t.co/Qw41CRWoih #teamadidas #ItsAllAboutTheU pic.twitter.com/U5eUs7d8y4
— Hurricanes Football (@CanesFootball) July 19, 2015
Miami will keep its traditional helmets in their switch from Nike to adidas (thank goodness), the uniforms (featuring green, orange, and white options) are more of a classic look than we've seen in years past. The updated metallic stripes on the jerseys and pants are an excellent touch, but the blandness of the jerseys don't really merit a reaction.
10) Texas A&M Aggies "Halloween" Alternates
The all-black look is perfect for Halloween, but it takes away from the style we are used to seeing in Texas A&M uniforms.
9) Wake Forest Demon Deacons
The new gear is starting to roll in. Have you bought your tickets yet? #GoDeacs pic.twitter.com/TPSc4mcH4U
— Wake Forest Football (@WakeFB) July 24, 2015
The jersey sleeves forming a stylized “W” is the most notable change from last year's uniforms, and are a very nice touch. They’re a modern take on a classic design, but it's not eye-popping.
8) Army Black Knights
Sleek, sharp, classic, Army. Love it.
7) North Carolina Tar Heels
The new argyle stripe is on the #UNCFB helmets and looking good. pic.twitter.com/Lm05hiuQFS
— Carolina Football (@TarHeelFootball) August 3, 2015
The Tar Heel argyle pattern is on is on the helmet, jersey collar, and the side of the pants for blue, white and (alternate) black options, making a seemless crossover from the basketball court.
6) Colorado Buffaloes "Frosted Steel" Alternates
Thoughts on our #frostedsteel look? @ESPNCFB @usnikefootball @Pac12Networks pic.twitter.com/ei84Ovzu2A
— Colorado Equipment (@CUEquipment) June 25, 2015
These are extremely sharp and sleek, and will be a great addition to Colorado's uniform combinations.
5) Notre Dame Fighting Irish "Green Monster" Alternates
Notre Dame is playing at Fenway. Hence, 'Green Monster' uniforms, which are extremely green. http://t.co/Io5tC198IS pic.twitter.com/4AXFYPgHT2
— SB✯Nation CFB (@SBNationCFB) August 13, 2015
Notre Dame should wear green more often, and the two stripe design with logos on the helmets give these uniforms a great look.
4) Tennessee Volunteers
Down the field. Ahead of the pack. The @Vol_Football Nike Mach Speed uniform. http://t.co/ttbEbOnCNs #OneTennessee pic.twitter.com/cn6FLGJhus
— Nike Football (@usnikefootball) July 1, 2015
Tennessee's switch from adidas to Nike kept a classic uniform design, but the checkboard design on the helmets and pants add uniqueness. The new black uniforms also look great.
3) San Diego State Aztecs
Official release on #AztecFB's uniforms (video, gallery): http://t.co/4b21wJr4do pic.twitter.com/Jlo8gSQyXP
— GoAztecs.com (@GoAztecs) August 4, 2015
San Diego State’s helmets and uniforms will feature the Aztec calendar, making this the best use of a school's identity to date. The helmets feature a black stripe down the middle and a red Aztec calendar on each side, and the pants will be black with a three-inch striped panel on each side featuring the Aztec calendar. They’re very unique and very awesome.
2) TCU Horned Frogs
Bolder. Faster. Fiercer. The new @TCUFootball Nike Mach Speed Uniform. http://t.co/ohIIfPaYxI pic.twitter.com/QZGUJl8FFq
— Nike Football (@usnikefootball) April 11, 2015
While the away uniforms aren't much different, they home uniforms are special. They’re all-purple with white numbers and white undershirts, but the sublimated pattern that covers the entire jersey and pants - designed after the horned frog - give them a uniqueness that makes them pop. The grey alternates may be the best of the bunch.
1) Arizona State Sun Devils, plus "Desert Ice" Alternates
FIRST LOOK: New Arizona State jerseys pic.twitter.com/VwnJfp2X72
— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) July 30, 2015
Arizona State also made the switch from Nike to adidas this year, and adidas smartly didn't make many huge changes to the uniforms, except for the wonderful addition of metallic numbers. However, these new "Desert Ice" uniforms are what really put them over the top:
Arizona State's new "Desert Ice" uni's are filthy!! Will be worn 9/5 vs. Texas A&M #ForksUp pic.twitter.com/KXXzD050CG
— Sports Thread (@sportsthread) August 21, 2015
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