Point Counterpoint: What to make of UConn football’s new red jersey

TRENDINGFantasy Football Draft KitNFL preseason Week 3 stakesNCAAF: Opening week's bestChampions League drawLLWS scores, scheduleStory byStory byPoint Counterpoint: What to make of UConn football’s new red jerseyDaniel ConnollyThu, August 27, 2026 at 10:35 PM UTC·7 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesUConn football reveals red alternate jerseysIt’s the first time a UConn program has ever worn a primarily-red jersey.SB NationUConn Football Debuts New Alternate Jersey on Eves of SeasonThe Huskies teased a new uniform on April Fools Day, but it turns out, there really was a new uniform in the plans.Roundtable SportsUConn football notes: Jason Candle dishes on QB competition, state of college footballSTORRS – Back in January, Jason Candle promised UConn’s quarterback group a fair shake. And, with the competition still ongoing less than two weeks before the Huskies’ season-opener against Lafayette, the new head coach is keeping his word. “I think all three guys have done a great job competing very well, doing what they need to do, operating the offense at a high level,” Candle said after ...Hartford CourantAdvertisementAdvertisementDo you like the Packers' new Rivalries uniforms? Here's what fans sayThe Packers' new Rivalries uniforms drew a split opinion from fans on social media.Milwaukee Journal SentinelBen Johnson had the best reaction to Bears’ new 'Rivalries' uniformsChicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson had an incredible reaction to the team's new "Rivalries" uniform.Bears WireTexans Reveal The New Nike Rivalries Jersey That Doesn't DisappointDripping in H-Town blue and local car culture, this hyper-local kit debuts white helmets and iconic "Be Someone" stencil numbers for a primetime showdown against the Colts.Roundtable SportsRanking the best and worst NFL rivalry uniforms of 2026, from Vikings’ all-purple look to Bears' traditional setEight new rivalry uniforms have been unveiled, the latest batch of new looks ahead of the 2026 season.The Sporting NewsBlack? Gold? Alternates? Predicting Iowa Football's 2026 Uniform ScheduleLet's have some fun, shall we? Iowa is a traditional program, but they will step out of the box occasionally. Could 2026 see alternates in a Big Ten showdown?Iowa Hawkeyes On SIDan Campbell Gives Lions’ New Uniforms His Stamp of Approval With One Small CaveatThe Detroit Lions newest uniforms have officially passed the Dan Campbell test. Sort of. The Lions unveiled their NFL Rivalries uniforms with plenty of buzz, however, the design also sparked an unexpected comparison almost immediately. The black-and-Honolulu-blue look had some fans wondering whether the Lions had accidentally borrowed a few ideas from the Carolina Panthers. […] The post Dan Campbell Gives Lions’ New Uniforms His Stamp of Approval With One Small Caveat appeared first on GridironGridiron HeroicsUNC football to wear classic uniforms for Week 0 vs. TCUThe UNC football program will wear throwbacks against TCU in Week 0.Tar Heels WireNFL Fans React to Minnesota Vikings’ Rivalries UniformsThe Minnesota Vikings unveiled their new Rivalries uniforms for the 2026 season, but the reaction from NFL fans was far from unanimous. While the alternate design was intended to celebrate divisional competition, much of the online conversation focused on whether the new look delivered the impact expected from a special uniform. The uniforms are part […] The post NFL Fans React to Minnesota Vikings’ Rivalries Uniforms appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.Gridiron HeroicsESPN’s decision to remove BottomLine during college football gets mixed reactionsOn Wednesday, it was reported that ESPN was preparing a significant change to how it would present its college football broadcasts for the coming season. The BottomLine ticker, which scrolls across the bottom of screens informing the audience of the scores of other games across college football, is no more. “We’re always looking for ways to better…Awful AnnouncingWednesday Dots: Say WhoThe football season is quickly approaching, and changes are in store-both players and in-game experiences for fans.SB NationCollege football’s Week 0 is just sadCollege football is back. But not the good college football.The Big LeadUConn receiver Shamar Porter hopes to reach his potential in Jason Candle’s offenseSTORRS – Shamar Porter was a four-star recruit, ranked the 27th best receiver in the country by 247Sports when he came out of Nashville’s Ensworth High in the Class of 2023. He chose Kentucky over big-time offers from Georgia, Tennessee, Ole Miss and others, but ultimately redshirted his freshman season before coming to play for Jim Mora in Storrs. His potential was glaringly obvious two games ...Hartford CourantVirginia reveals uniform combination for week zero matchup vs NC StateContinuing a home opener tradition, Virginia football will don white helmets with orange jerseys and pants for its game Saturday against NC State. Graduate tighVirginia Cavaliers On SI‘AWFUL,’ ’Knockoff Baylor Unis’ — Packers and Bears Fans Clash Over Whose 2026 NFL Rivalries Uniform Is UglierNike and the NFL have officially unveiled the 2026 “Rivalries” collection for teams across the NFC North and AFC South. As expected, the experimental alternate designs immediately became a hot topic.Pro Football NetworkThursday Dots: Hollywood DawgsShe had been born with Dots that would let her get her wayHe saw those Dots and he lost all controlSB Nation‘Huge Mistake,’ ‘Great Move’ — CFB World Divided After ESPN Announces Major Change to College Football BroadcastsCollege football Saturdays will look a little different on ESPN from now on. The network is removing its BottomLine ticker from regular-season college football broadcasts this season, and the move has not exactly united the fanbase.Pro Football Network‘Rare ESPN W’: Fans applaud network’s major college football changeNetworks are constantly tinkering with their broadcast presentations heading into a new college football season. It wouldn’t be a surprise to see a number of different score bugs, camera angles and other features on display starting this weekend. Over at ESPN, they’re permanently removing something that has been a fixture on college football telecasts since…The Comeback