The University of Mississippi, commonly known as Ole Miss, has a long and storied football history. The Rebel’s team colors of navy blue and red have become iconic over the years. But what are the typical color schemes used for Ole Miss football games?
Home Uniforms
Ole Miss has a classic and consistent home uniform. The home jerseys are navy blue with red numbers outlined in white. The pants are white with a navy blue and red stripe down the side. The helmets are navy blue with a script Rebels logo in red.
The home uniforms provide a clean and iconic look for the Rebels when playing in Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. The contrast of the navy blue and bright red pops against the green grass field and red end zones.
Road Uniforms
On the road, Ole Miss mixes up their look a bit more. The staple of the road uniforms are white jerseys with navy numbers outlined in red and gray pants. But the Rebels have been known to mix in alternate helmets and pants.
Some of the most popular Ole Miss away looks include:
- White helmets with a navy stripe down the middle
- All white combination with white jerseys, pants and helmet
- Navy blue pants with bold red stripe
The all-white creates a clean and intimidating look on the road. The navy blue pants provide a nice contrast against the white jerseys. Ole Miss often chooses the road uniform combination based on the color scheme of the home team they are facing.
Alternate Uniforms
In recent years, Ole Miss has unveiled some alternate uniform designs to shake things up:
- Red jerseys – In 2018, Ole Miss wore red jerseys paired with navy helmets and pants. This created an aggressive all-red look.
- Black uniforms – For a 2019 night game, Ole Miss wore black jerseys with black pants and black helmets with a red Rebels logo.
- White helmets – White helmets fully replacing the navy helmets were introduced in 2020 and used for a few games.
These alternate looks provide fresh takes on the Rebels classic color scheme. Special uniforms are often used for important home games to create an exciting atmosphere.
The Colors of the Fans
Beyond the uniforms on the field, the Ole Miss fan base faithfully supports the Rebels in the stands with the iconic school colors.
The stadium atmosphere is amplified by fans wearing combinations of navy blue, red, and gray clothing. Some popular fan looks include:
- Navy or red Ole Miss polos or t-shirts
- Button downs in navy, red, or white
- Navy pullovers or lightweight jackets
- Red dresses for women paired with navy accessories
- Body and face paint in navy, red, and sometimes white
The signature fan look is completed with Ole Miss baseball caps or visors in red or navy. The coordinated school colors create an impressive ocean of blue and red in Vaught-Hemingway stadium.
The Red Out
A special tradition is the Red Out game where fans wear as much red as possible to create a bold stadium-wide look. This is done for a premier home game each season, often against an SEC rival.
Total Impact of Color
The navy blue, red, and white color scheme of Ole Miss creates an iconic brand in college football. The clean and classic home uniforms paired with creative road and alternate looks allows the Rebels’ team spirit to shine through. The coordinated support of Rebel fans in the stands enhances the gameday environment.
When players run through the tunnel and look up at a roaring sea of navy and red, they feel the surging pride, passion, and history behind Ole Miss football. The colors tell a story – one of tradition, competition, and an indomitable Rebel spirit.
Conclusion
Ole Miss football is defined by the powerful colors of navy blue and red. The home uniforms exude a classic and consistent Rebel brand. Special road and alternate looks provide excitement and variety. The fan’s coordinated colors in the stands complete the Ole Miss gameday colors that intimidate opponents and inspire players to perform their best.
The navy, red, and white colors of Ole Miss football have become iconic symbols of this storied SEC program. They connect generations of players and fans through shared tradition and spirit. When players and fans unite under these colors, anything is possible – even beating national powerhouses like Alabama. Hotty Toddy!