College Football Uniforms: Arizona's Throwbacks Lead Week 3's Best Looks
Arizona is turning back the clock with vintage helmets as part of a dazzling array of college football uniforms showcased during Week 3. Several teams across the nation are debuting new or throwback looks this week, highlighting both classic and modern design elements.
Arizona Wildcats Go Retro
The Arizona Wildcats are sporting 1980s replica helmets for their Friday night matchup against the Kansas State Wildcats. The white throwback helmet features red, white, and blue stripes, blue paw prints, and a red "A."
History never looked so good. 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/DatkPNf39V
— Arizona Football (@ArizonaFBall) September 10, 2025
Oregon Ducks Blend Tradition and Flash
The Oregon Ducks are known for their bold uniform combinations, and Week 3 is no exception. They're mixing traditional colors for their game against the Northwestern Wildcats. The uniform features yellow pants and helmets, a white jersey, and green numbers and trim, blending the team's trademark flash with a sleek design.
Tennessee Volunteers Keep it Classic
The Tennessee Volunteers are opting for a simple, classic look as they host the Georgia Bulldogs. They'll be wearing white pants, an orange jersey, and a white helmet with an orange stripe and power T. This combination showcases Tennessee's iconic orange and white.
Georgia Tech's Whiteout
The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are embracing a "whiteout" look for their game against the Clemson Tigers. They will be sporting white helmets, jerseys, and pants, complemented by gold numbers and shoulder stripes.
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— Georgia Tech Football (@GeorgiaTechFB) September 11, 2025
Game 3 Combo vs Clemson#StingEm 🐝 pic.twitter.com/AGybthEG26
Wake Forest's Blackout
For their ACC home opener against the NC State Wolfpack, the Wake Forest Demon Deacons are going with a blackout theme. Their uniforms include matte black helmets, black pants, and black jerseys, accented with gold numbers, a helmet logo, and jersey trim. This continues a trend of black elements for the Demon Deacons this season.
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— Wake Forest Football (@WakeFB) September 10, 2025
Utah Utes Throwback Logo
The Utah Utes will wear a distinct helmet for their game against the Wyoming Cowboys. The helmet features the circle and feather logo, a staple since the late 1970s, on a sleek black helmet split by four white and red stripes. This is paired with a white-on-red jersey and pants with a matching stripe pattern.
Liberty Flames Go Powder Blue
After an all-white uniform last week, the Liberty Flames are showcasing a powder blue look for their matchup against the Bowling Green Falcons. The uniform features white helmets with "Flames" in block letters, combined with a light blue jersey and pants.
Tulane Green Wave Adds a Spin to Powder Blue
The Tulane Green Wave are adding their own spin on light blue, pairing powder blue pants and helmets with a green jersey. Light blue serves as an outline color for the uniform numbers, and the uniform features inverted striping colors.
Kansas State a good barometer for Arizona football, despite losing record
The Arizona Wildcats game against Kansas State is more important than ever, even with the latter's losing record. A victory would add legitimacy to their start, roster, and coaching staff, bringing them halfway to bowl eligibility.
Head Coach Brent Brennan believes that "Every week we’re trying to prove it, every week we’re trying to prove that we’re a good football team. It doesn’t matter who we’re playing."
While Kansas State entered the season with high expectations, losses have led to concern. However, a win against Arizona could turn their season around. If Arizona wins, it would be a sign that they're primed for a fun season and the first signature win of the Brennan era.