neo_prankster Posted August 27, 2021 Share Posted August 27, 2021 1 hour ago, WideRight said: Any last guesses on Atlanta? I will reveal later today. As for Tampa. I think the rider logo is iconic at this point, and somewhat timeless, so I don't see myself taking it off the helmet, maybe updating it in the 2000's, but not removing it. I agree about the pant stripes. Look for an update this weekend before it goes live on the USFL Alt History website. I'm gonna double down on my guess that it'll be the Atlanta Fire. I understand you don't like the WLAF uniforms from '95 that had the logo on the front of the jerseys, but that would be a good look for Atlanta if they end up being called the Fire. I'd also like to see who the 29th and 30th franchises will be in the NFL. 1 Quote The Fictional Story of Austus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideRight Posted August 28, 2021 Author Share Posted August 28, 2021 You were correct, Neoprankster. I could not pass up the legacy of the WLAF Fire and with the Olympics in Atlanta in 1994, the torch symbol seemed too good to pass up. Yes, I get it. Sherman and all, but Atlanta also uses a Phoenix on its city crest, so they clearly can build on the rising out of flames imagery. Uniforms will be released when the Alt History reaches the 1994 season (about 10-14 days). And here is the tweak to the Tampa look, with a more "modern" pant stripe pattern to match (and link up with) the jersey. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raz Posted August 28, 2021 Share Posted August 28, 2021 I've always liked that Birmingham Fire logoset, glad you saved it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neo_prankster Posted August 28, 2021 Share Posted August 28, 2021 3 hours ago, ralphz said: I've always liked that Birmingham Fire logoset, glad you saved it. I concur. Now all we need is for the Chicago Machine to have a divisional rival called the Rage. 1 Quote The Fictional Story of Austus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raz Posted August 29, 2021 Share Posted August 29, 2021 2 hours ago, neo_prankster said: I concur. Now all we need is for the Chicago Machine to have a divisional rival called the Rage. Columbus Rage 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BengalErnst Posted August 29, 2021 Share Posted August 29, 2021 13 hours ago, ralphz said: Columbus Rage Oooh! I love that idea. As an Ohio guy, I’d fully support this. That logo and uniforms were pretty sweet at the time. Please make this happen! 2 Quote THE Xtreme Fantasy Football League Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neo_prankster Posted August 31, 2021 Share Posted August 31, 2021 @WideRight I just thought of something. Has the CFL expanded into Nova Scotia yet in this scenario? I feel like the Claymores' branding could work in Halifax if the Schooners' brand is too close to the Argos. 1 Quote The Fictional Story of Austus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideRight Posted August 31, 2021 Author Share Posted August 31, 2021 3 hours ago, neo_prankster said: @WideRight I just thought of something. Has the CFL expanded into Nova Scotia yet in this scenario? I feel like the Claymores' branding could work in Halifax if the Schooners' brand is too close to the Argos. Not really putting much thought into CFL expansion except that USFL means no CFL-USA attempt. Next up is going to be Nike switching a team to teal, because 1990’s. But who? And how will it be received? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raz Posted August 31, 2021 Share Posted August 31, 2021 10 hours ago, WideRight said: Next up is going to be Nike switching a team to teal, because 1990’s. But who? And how will it be received? Oakland? New Orleans? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavybass Posted August 31, 2021 Share Posted August 31, 2021 Portland? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WideRight Posted September 1, 2021 Author Share Posted September 1, 2021 Well, folks, here we go. In the Alt History league a Nike proposal to recolor the New Orleans Breakers is going to leak to the press. Here is the update proposed for 1994, what do you believe the reaction should be among Breaker fans: Enthusiastic Support. Take my money!!! Meh, It's OK, I might buy a jersey. We'd rather not. The old colors were better. What are you thinking? That's not a good look at all. Immediate outrage leading to cancellation of the plan. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian in Boston Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 1 hour ago, WideRight said: As I slowly scrolled down, I would have bet the house that my reaction was going to fall somewhere between "What are you thinking?" and "Immediate outrage". The reality is, this gets an "Enthusiastic Support" from me. This new color scheme represents a vast improvement. Frankly, in a side-by-side comparison, the powder blue of the old set seems garishly oversaturated to me. To my mind, what balances out the new palette's traditional lighter teal so effectively is the dark teal shade that you've incorporated and the large silver numbers. That said, the TV numbers on the shoulders are a bit muted and I question the necessity of the gulls on the sleeves. Still, the latter two details are by no means deal-breakers in what I consider a terrific update. Kudos, sir! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skycast Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 I am SOOOO used to that original color scheme, it's so ingrained in my head. But you know what, that color change actually works really well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavybass Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 I'm surprised I got the team right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neo_prankster Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 5 hours ago, WideRight said: Well, folks, here we go. In the Alt History league a Nike proposal to recolor the New Orleans Breakers is going to leak to the press. Here is the update proposed for 1994, what do you believe the reaction should be among Breaker fans: Enthusiastic Support. Take my money!!! Meh, It's OK, I might buy a jersey. We'd rather not. The old colors were better. What are you thinking? That's not a good look at all. Immediate outrage leading to cancellation of the plan. Enthusiastic support, because the teal will give the Breakers a more unique color scheme. Quote The Fictional Story of Austus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karnage84 Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 Not a big USFL guy but that teal Breakers jersey is awesome. Really digging the change. Nice job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacksox42 Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 The teal is okay as an alternative, however I prefer the original color scheme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kooky01 Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 6 hours ago, WideRight said: Well, folks, here we go. In the Alt History league a Nike proposal to recolor the New Orleans Breakers is going to leak to the press. Here is the update proposed for 1994, what do you believe the reaction should be among Breaker fans: Enthusiastic Support. Take my money!!! Meh, It's OK, I might buy a jersey. We'd rather not. The old colors were better. What are you thinking? That's not a good look at all. Immediate outrage leading to cancellation of the plan. Enthusiastic Support. Take my money for sure!!! I'm in love with that teal look! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BengalErnst Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 Take my money. Enthusiastic support! Absolutely beautiful 1 Quote THE Xtreme Fantasy Football League Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbird669 Posted September 1, 2021 Share Posted September 1, 2021 I love the Breakers in teal. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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