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    Purple and black feels more them but I find their current identity far more aesthetically pleasing. Their black alts certainly have way too much gray, which is such an odd choice.
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    The Sonics are supposed to come back at some point, or at least I hope. Bucks used to be red and green and that was their proper color scheme IMO.
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    While I find the entire system of rich narcsisists moving teams to new cities on a whim disgusting, the Athletics are an odd case. Because they're such an old franchise and have spent decades in multiple cities, it's hard to say that Oakland owns the identity in the same way Seattle owns the Supersonics (to use another green and gold example). On the other hand, Oakland does have claim to possibly my favorite look in the whole league, with that perfect home cap and gorgeous colors (I prefer the forest but the kelly throwback is great in its own right). I'd be sadder to see the MLB lose that than the name Athletics, but there is something wrong about it in Las Vegas regardless. Doubt Oakland will get another team any time soon so I imagine they'll keep the name and colors. I'll also say that pre-Guardians, despite this being a complete non-possibility, I hoped that Cleveland could somehow transplant the Athletics branding because I love it and it's generic enough to go anywhere.
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    With the Hawks and Heat both using some combo of red, yellow, and black, the Rockets would not look as distinct if they threw back to the championship era. Still, owning gray or going back to yellow as the main accent would be leagues better than another red and black team. The Blazers and Bulls have classic looks, the Raptors are a bit indecisive, but we don't need that from the Rockets and it's never looked particularly good.
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    Agreed. It's pretty common for guys to be humble enough to offer but I always prefer to see a retired number stay retired. I will say I was okay with one exception, Larry Nance Jr. wearing 22 while in Cleveland.
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    I love this, although there is something quite college-y about it. Not big on the helmet, but don't love their current helmet either.
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    I like the D logo but the Bronco head is perfect for a helmet, no idea why they'd want to go back personally. The Broncos are a few adjustments away from having a look they could keep forever, IMO. The side panel thing works for them, on the jerseys at least. I'm glad that era of design is over but they are the exception to the rule, in a way. I don't have any memories of the old look, just own orange as the main color and you have plenty of distinction from Chicago.
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    The only real issue (other than the criminally undue sock hype) with the set is all of it being monochrome. I even think having a plain red jersey works for them (give or take an Arizona), but full-time monochrome would downgrade it a lot. I agree, only the black gives me OSU vibes, and the gray stroke is a big reason. Black helmet is predictable but nice. I'm not bothered but with an alternate like that you could take a swing IMO.
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    The socks are getting the sublimated sun rays, book it.
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    My east coast ass has been thoroughly duped.
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    As I said before, the flag motif can work, but this look is also gorgeous and I'm glad they are returning to it. I wouldn't call it an overcorrection, just a conservative decision where there were a number of reasonable corrections. I think the Maryland flag is over-spammed in the various sports IDs in the state. Of course, the Terrapins have as much right, moreso even, to use it and own it. I'd be happy for them to have a flag-based alt again and let this classic look bear the standard.
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    That's such an improvement. Does a better job paying homage and just fits. I've always liked the purple and gray look but it's clear they can't let go of black, so I think you are right.
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    Having no familiarity with Deleware State, I love these! I like the bi-color stingers, gives it more definition than the shape by itself.
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    There are a number of acceptable directions for the Cards (Arizona flag, desert cardinal, old school stripes), but my preferred route would be stripping it all down and owning a simple look of red and white. Obviously they aren't the Yankees or whatever, but I like when century-old franchises embrace the fact. The Jags treatment should have gone to the Cards.
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    I really like the 1989 design but evoking Scandinavia is a solid route as well. I hope every state with a lacking flag considers an upgrade, way too many shields on navy.
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    I understand when people playfully hate everything about a rival down to their uniforms. There are far more toxic ways this :censored: can manifest (death threats, etc.) On this forum I try to separate the design from my biases because how you feel about a team really doesn't have a bearing on the aesthetics. I'm an alum of The Ohio State () and think Michigan has one of the greatest looks in football. I also have strong opinions about what they're doing wrong (lose the stickers, ditch the blue pants, wear maize on the road more often). I want The Game to be gorgeous every year and it annoys me when they wear their classic set while we don an alternate. I find pinstripes ugly in general and their primary logo is nothing special, but I wouldn't change the Yankees obviously. I also think their road set is great, boring works for them. The quirks between the different versions of the logo don't bother me either.
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    I don't like the texture or the Maryland across the back. I agree with the various superior ways presented in this thread for owning the flag motif. And that's all well and good but also...
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    I've never this logo seen before but it looks great on a helmet without the letters. Shoulder pattern is a really nice touch.
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    "Go Bucks!" is common but OH-IO would be considered the main cheer/slogan/whatever. I guess I'd take no nickname over another bulldogs or eagles, but I do love the diversity and uniqueness of college nicknames generally.
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    Took a sec to realize this wasn't prime Shaq.
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    Can't say I'm a big fan of the Lafayette look, but it doesn't have much to do with your additions: The plain L is kinda boring, but the serif L feels very similar to their rival Lehigh (a concept I'm looking forward to). Stripes make it more interesting, even if somewhat busy. The Leopard just doesn't look go to me. They decided to make it a 3D perspective, but the angle is awkard so the other eye is just sort of peeking out. Plus it's too detailed, failing to provide either an intimidation or a kitsch factor to sell it. All in all, your update still feels like an upgrade.
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    I think it's an improvement, the full version feels like a shield compared to just the head, especially for the white helmet.
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    I'd be curious how Austin Peay looks with the full logo on the helmet. As is, feels a bit slight.
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    Maybe the bottom shape could come inward a bit to be even more net-like? I think I prefer the downward hoop because it brings focus to the name.
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    THAT'S THE ONE, THANK YOU.
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