The teams selected to sport the 2011 Nike Pro Combat system of dress uniforms include Army, Boise State, Georgia, LSU, Michigan State, Navy, Ohio State, Oregon and Stanford.

Thank God OSU will be wearing theirs against Wisconsin and not Michigan this year. Although Michigan now has to play against MSU in them.

Saw this yesterday.

Navy vs. Army game!

July 20, 2011

BEAVERTON, Ore. – Before their fight songs ring throughout the stadiums and they storm the fields, nine of the top college football programs will lace their cleats and buckle their chin straps while donning uniquely designed, highly advanced Nike uniforms for at least one game during the 2011-12 season.

The fully integrated uniform system, which the University of Oregon debuted during the 2010 BCS National Championship Game, incorporates the latest in performance innovation and design from the world’s most renowned athletic outfitter. The redesigned base layer facilitates the uniform’s overall innovation, delivering the ultimate in lightweight protection for maximum speed. Strategically placed seams, pads and cooling zones also help minimize distraction and optimize protective coverage.

“Nike takes pride in giving athletes an advantage by providing them with cutting edge innovation. The Nike Pro Combat system of dress uniform delivers unparalleled on-field performance benefits while inspiring the team through each uniform’s unique design,” said Todd Van Horne, Nike’s Creative Director for Football. “It is a privilege to collaborate with the coaches and student-athletes to develop a look that’s truly distinctive to each university and their teams.”

The teams selected to sport the 2011 Nike Pro Combat system of dress uniforms include the United States Military Academy (Army), Boise State University, University of Georgia, Louisiana State University, Michigan State University, the United States Naval Academy, The Ohio State University, University of Oregon, and Stanford University.

While each school’s uniform delivers the same superior lightweight performance and protection, each will tell a different story through its design. Nike worked closely with each university to bring relevant elements of the school's rich heritage into a distinguished, modern uniform design. The uniforms capture each team’s unique character.






"The support and positive relationship that Navy athletics has enjoyed over the years with Nike is extraordinary.” Navy Athletic Director Chet Gladchuk said. “Being a part of this exciting initiative further illustrates the mutual respect that is so much a part of the way we present our product. The Midshipmen are inspired by the technical innovations and appearance that Nike puts forth through the presentation of their equipment and apparel. Nike continues to motivate all of our teams to compete at the highest level with great success. This year, the Army-Navy Game will be a showcase for the direction that our partnership will be heading in the future.”

The integrated uniform system provides enhanced durability and innovation from the inside out. Robust padding without the bulk offers optimal low-profile impact protection specifically throughout the crucial “hit zone” between the knees and shoulders. Nike Pro Combat Deflex padding has also been integrated in the hip and knee areas of the pant for crucial impact protection that stays in place. The base layer now features customizable protection, incorporating a thin, incredibly strong carbon fiber plate that can be placed on the thigh padding where needed.

The uniform system design also emphasizes improved thermoregulation, including the Nike Pro Combat Deflex padding layer, which is constructed with fabric selected for its ability to help keep the body cool and wick away sweat – making the uniform, and player, lighter and dryer. The jerseys are made of four-way stretch woven twill that sheds moisture. A Flywire collar eliminates two layers of fabric for improved breathability, providing a more stable anchor to keep the jersey in place.

The uniforms will hit the field on opening day of the 2011-12 college football season and throughout the year during some of fiercest rivalries in college football. Dates include Oregon vs. LSU at Cowboys Stadium (9/3), Boise State vs. Georgia at the Georgia Dome (9/3), Michigan State vs. Michigan (10/15), LSU vs. Auburn (10/22), Ohio State vs. Wisconsin (10/29), Stanford v. Notre Dame (11/27) and the annual service academy bragging rights matchup between two of the nation’s most prestigious football programs – Army vs. Navy (12/10)

Any idea when these will be revealed?

Wonder why OSU isn't wearing them against Michigan this year??

Links? Pics?

ernest_t_bass;837042 wrote:Links? Pics?

You don't believe me?

Those for real web?

OSU's gloves had better not spell anything when you hold them up together. I don't want to see us getting anymore damn penalties for our equipment!

http://www.sbnation.com/ncaa-football/2011/7/20/2285574/nike-pro-combat-uniforms-2011-oregon-lsu

http://www.annarbor.com/sports/um-football/michigan-state-will-wear-pro-combat-football-uniforms-against-michigan/

krambman;837057 wrote:OSU's gloves had better not spell anything when you hold them up together. I don't want to see us getting anymore damn penalties for our equipment!

only OSU gets the penalties, though.

wildcats20;837056 wrote:Those for real web?

Actually I'm not sure now. I'm trying to find out.

wildcats20;837056 wrote:Those for real web?

I don't think so now. I think it's someone's unis they made for NCAA 2012 or something.

WebFire;837062 wrote:I don't think so now. I think it's someone's unis they made for NCAA 2012 or something.

Yeah I just saw that on here...
http://runupthescoredynasty.blogspot.com/2011/01/nike-announces-new-pro-combat-uniforms.html

lol they made ones for Tennessee and ND.

My guess is the final product is final yet. I would assume we see them 2-3 weeks before the season starts.

wildcats20;837064 wrote:My guess is the final product is final yet. I would assume we see them 2-3 weeks before the season starts.

Yeah I figured it would be awhile too. A friend sent that pic to me. I had to tell him he was an idiot.

I'll be honest, I actually like the black or dark grey one.

MINUS THE HELMET.

wildcats20;837041 wrote:Wonder why OSU isn't wearing them against Michigan this year??

I think 2 is plenty. I'd rather see the regular unis in that game.

WebFire;837068 wrote:I think 2 is plenty. I'd rather see the regular unis in that game.

Me too. Since last year's unis were designed to honor our veterans, I didn't understand why we didn't wear them against Penn State since that game was played on Veterans day. I've said all along that I don't mind us wearing an alternate uni, I just don't like us doing it against Michigan.

WebFire;837068 wrote:I think 2 is plenty. I'd rather see the regular unis in that game.

Agreed

I'm not a fan of alternative unis on any team. Either go with a new uniform or don't.

Fuckin' ugly.

Tobias Fünke;837086 wrote:

****in' ugly.

Guess you don't have to worry about it since nd isn't Nike.

not yet..