Throwback Uniforms

My quick thoughts on Throwback Unis:

I LOVE them. I can't help myself. When I see some of these throwbacks, I think Screw the football game, its all about the attire. It has me in a trance just like when I watched the Patriots tromping of the Titans 59-0, a few weeks ago. It was an utter blowout, yet its snowlit setting was so serene, I couldn't take my eyes of the screen. I know you're probably thinking who is this sissy? But back to business, it's a similar effect with throwbacks and in particular NFL throwbacks. Even the ugliest ones: e.g. New York titans, Denver Broncos have something about them that just lights up the field. my two favorites, however are the Buccaneers and the Falcons, with the Patriots in a close third.

The Falcons have a simplicity about them that far surpasses their current uniforms. Whenever I watch players being interviewed down at Flowery Branch, I can't help but notice the red helmet next to the black helmet in the background. The red wins. The black jersey with no words on the front and the classic birds on the sleeve is awesome.

As for the Bucs, they need no explanation. Maybe, the thing that makes them so refreshing is how ugly the usual red and gold kits, that the Bucs (try) to play in are. However, these creamsicle orange jerseys give literally a new light to this team. There was something about Raymond James Stadium, lit up in orange on that day they beat the Packers that they had not seen all season. So I salute the Bucs for wearing these and if I had it my way, they should wear these as their every day uniforms. So should the Falcons, with their throwbacks.

courtesy: espn.com, ajc.com