MSU isn't 'selling out' with Pro Combat jerseys

My thoughts on the new Pro Combat jerseys in this column.

Here are some quotes that I wasn't able to fit in:

Dantonio: "I thought what Nike tried to do was take everything that we were as a Spartan and try to take that and mold that into this uniform. So I was very happy and excited about what they came back with."

Trenton Robinson: "The jerseys aren’t like the big motivation. We want to go out and win that game. To get that extra swag, everybody feels a little bit better."

"When you get new stuff, it’s like Christmas. You’re going to feel good."

I think that first quote from Robinson says a lot. It's going to be Michigan week, the jerseys are going to be the last thing on the minds of everyone. They'll be hyped up leading up to the game and when they take the field, but after about five minutes, it's going to be another football game where you have to make plays.

Lastly, here's Gholston talking about the decision to get them and what he thinks.

MSU Pro Combat jerseys revealed

After a lot of hype, MSU's Pro Combat jerseys were revealed this morning.

Photo from @MSU_Football on Twitter

Here is a photo gallery. Looks like it will read "Spartans" on the name spot, similar to what Georgia had.

I know some people aren't fans of the bronze, but given a rare opportunity like this, I think MSU fans will accept it. I think they're pretty cool.

The relationship between MSU and Nike is very important. A quick glance and you realize there is no white on the jerseys. There should have at least been SOME white. "Fight for the only colors?"

Here is a statement from MSUSpartans.com:


Like the ferocious Spartan warriors of ancient Greece, the Michigan State University football team views every game as a battle, requiring the right equipment and attitude for victory. Accordingly, the Spartans are one of nine teams chosen to wear the innovative Nike Pro Combat system of dress for the 2011 season. When the gates lift for their battle against archrival Michigan on Oct. 15, the Spartans will sport a unique design with bronze colorways, honoring the heroic armor of their historic namesake. Bronze is visible throughout the uniform, adding an authentic strength and durability synonymous with the Spartan name.


The uniform's overall innovation starts at the baselayer, as strategically placed seams, pads and cooling zones help minimize distraction and optimize protective coverage. It features customizable protection, incorporating a thin, incredibly strong carbon fiber plate. This symbolically mirrors that of the Spartan shield, which is emblazoned on the right of the baselayer. The Nike Pro Combat Deflex padding, combined with strategically placed cooling zones helps wick away sweat to keep competitors cool, while the Flywire-threaded collar allows for more breathability, enabling that extra push needed during the rigors of Saturday battle.


Echoing the cry of King Leonidas, the back of the collar is inscribed with the words "Molon Labe," the Spartans' defiant challenge to the competition to "come and get them!" Gloves complete the traditional Spartan headdress look. Armed with intensity and determination, MSU will fight on the battlefield until the last team is standing. 

Nike Facebook page says Pro Combat revealed tomorrow

Kind of out of nowhere, but the Nike Football Facebook page says that the remaining Pro Combat uniforms, which would include MSU, will be revealed at 9 a.m. tomorrow morning.


The Nike post reads: "Oregon, Boise State and Georgia were just the beginning. Check out all the remaining Nike Pro Combat uniforms, right here, tomorrow at 9 am EST."


I figured MSU would have some sort of press conference about this and make a big deal, and I have not heard anything thus far. This is something to keep an eye out for tomorrow.