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[b]Posted: 8:49 p.m. Nov. 4, 2009 [/b]

[b][size="5"]Ohio State to wear special uniforms for this year's Michigan game[/size][/b]
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Ohio State may look a little different when it invades the Big House on Nov. 21. The school announced Wednesday that the Buckeyes will wear special "cutting edge" uniforms from Nike that pay tribute to their undefeated 1954 national championship team.

The following is an official statement from Ohio State director of athletics Gene Smith on the uniforms: "During spring, 2009, Ohio State was invited by Nike to participate in its Rivalry uniform program with several other universities from around the nation. They offered us a chance to try a new uniform product featuring cutting-edge fabrics and technology; participation in the program also offered us a one-time opportunity to salute one of those great championship teams that have built the Ohio State football tradition.

"Our coaches and players were excited to see the different elements Nike presented in the prototype designs and samples. The uniform elements are still in production, and we are extremely eager to see the finished product when it arrives.

"For this special program, we chose to recognize the achievements of our undefeated 1954 national championship team, winning the Big Ten title outright before capturing a Rose Bowl victory. These great Buckeyes celebrated their 55th anniversary with us at the Minnesota game, and this is another way for us to pay homage to their stellar achievements.

"Our fans will be able to get the first look at these unique uniforms on Sunday, Nov. 15, when we will share photos of the finished product on our website OhioStateBuckeyes.com. Fans can also take a look at the actual uniform up close that week in our official Team Shop in the Schottenstein Center. And our team will wear these custom designs when the Buckeyes take the field Nov. 21 up north in Ann Arbor.

"Again, this is a one-time opportunity to honor a great championship team. We have no plans to make any changes to the traditional Buckeye uniform for the foreseeable future."

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[quote name='Who Dey Forever' date='07 November 2009 - 06:37 PM' timestamp='1257633430' post='823720']
Can't wait to see how they turn out.
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supposedly will be with a white helmet.
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[quote name='Go Tory Go!' date='17 November 2009 - 02:18 AM' timestamp='1258438683' post='829241']
I guess the 'future of uniforms' is what the Falcons have been wearing for years...

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Future?

Those are based on the jerseys OSU wore in 1954.
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[quote name='Jason' date='19 November 2009 - 09:45 PM' timestamp='1258681505' post='830394']
Future?

Those are based on the jerseys OSU wore in 1954.
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The uniforms are supposed to be 'futuristic' and "address the evolution of the game," whatever that means.
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[quote name='Go Tory Go!' date='19 November 2009 - 10:03 PM' timestamp='1258682595' post='830403']
The uniforms are supposed to be 'futuristic' and "address the evolution of the game," whatever that means.
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They are still modeled after the 54 uniforms. And they looking nothing like the Falcons uniforms if that's what you are saying? I like them though. The personalized cleats and gloves are pretty sweet.
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[quote name='Go Tory Go!' date='19 November 2009 - 10:03 PM' timestamp='1258682595' post='830403']
The uniforms are supposed to be 'futuristic' and "address the evolution of the game," whatever that means.
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Futuristic in materials and construction, but not style.
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[quote name='Bengals1181' date='16 November 2009 - 09:19 PM' timestamp='1258424351' post='829106']
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Those gloves are pretty sweet. So are the shoes. I really like the jerseys, but don't care for the helmets. The pants are so-so.
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I like them a lot.

But I will hate them if they don't blow out that team up North in them today.
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