After a season that saw the Missouri Tigers embrace a blend of modern and traditional aesthetics, it’s time to delve into the best Missouri Football Uniforms from the 2022 season. Fans of Mizzou were treated to weekly uniform reveals that sparked conversations and excitement, showcasing everything from script lettering to the iconic tiger logos across helmets and jerseys. The 2022 season was a year of experimentation, and for the most part, it resonated positively with both players and the passionate fanbase. While the overall direction leaned towards a contemporary feel, nods to tradition were still evident, although some fans yearned for a stronger presence of classic helmet designs.
This article ranks the top missouri football uniforms worn throughout the 2022 season, considering both visual appeal and the team’s success while sporting each look.
Disclaimer: It’s worth noting that Mizzou’s uniform direction in 2022 definitely tilted towards the modern end of the spectrum. While modern designs are appreciated, a personal preference for the “Block M” logo exists, and the inclusion of a true throwback uniform at least once a season would be a welcome sight.
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No. 5: Vs. Vanderbilt (October 22nd)
Uniform Breakdown: Black Helmet with Stripe, Sailor Tiger Logo, 2022 Gold Jersey, 2021 Black Pants
Game Outcome: Win (1-0 record in this uniform)
There’s a distinct charm to certain elements of this missouri football uniform combination. The Sailor Tiger logo, in particular, is a fantastic alternate that deserves a couple of appearances each season, and it finds its perfect pairing on the gold jersey.
However, the real standout element of this set is the coordinated facemask. A crucial aspect of a successful uniform is color consistency throughout every component. This uniform achieves that flawlessly, with gold, black, and white seamlessly integrated from helmet to cleats. The gold facemask injects a vibrant pop to the helmet, beautifully complementing the gold jersey.
A universal plea to college football teams: please prioritize color-coordinated facemasks! While many teams get it right, some, like Illinois with their jarring white facemasks against orange and blue, could learn from this attention to detail.
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No. 4: Vs. New Mexico State (November 19th)
Uniform Breakdown: White Helmet with Gold and Black Stripe, Gold Tiger Script Logo, 2022 Gold Jersey, 2021 White Pants
Game Outcome: Win (1-0 record in this uniform)
It’s a challenge to misstep with light colors and white in a missouri football uniform, and Mizzou executed this look with precision. The gold script lettering stands out crisply against the white helmet, and the decision to opt for a black facemask over gold was the right call (though a white facemask variation would also be interesting to explore).
This uniform set is another prime example of color consistency, with each color from the Mizzou palette making an appearance across all parts of the uniform. The only minor suggestion for improvement would be incorporating more gold into the cleats to further enhance the visual harmony.
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No. 3: @ Florida (October 8th)
Uniform Breakdown: Gold Helmet with Black and White Stripe, White Tiger Script Logo, 2022 White Jersey, 2021 Gold Pants
Game Outcome: Split (1-1 record, also worn against Abilene Christian)
The Missouri program clearly recognized the strength of this missouri football uniform, as they chose to showcase it twice, making it one of only two sets (along with the all-black against LT and UGA) to be repeated during the 2022 season.
The combination of gold and white is inherently appealing. This uniform essentially reverses the color placement of the No. 4 ranked uniform, yet it earns a higher spot due to the helmet’s enhanced visual impact in these colors, particularly under sunlight. The gold helmet and pants create a striking presence on the field, and the white script logo adds a touch of refined style to the helmet.
A potential tweak for future iterations could involve experimenting with a white facemask. While the black facemask works well, white could amplify the crisp, clean aesthetic of this uniform.
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No. 2: @ South Carolina (October 29th)
Uniform Breakdown: White Helmet with Gold and Black Stripe, Black Tiger Script Logo, 2022 White Jersey, 2021 White Pants
Game Outcome: Win (1-0 record in this uniform)
Missouri secured their most significant victory of the season (based on opponent’s final record) while dressed in a pristine all-white missouri football uniform. This marked the first time they had donned an all-white ensemble since Week 2 of the 2021 season against Kentucky, and it was a triumphant return to the monochrome look.
This game featured the sole appearance of the black Tiger script logo. While not the preferred color variation of the script, the black still delivered a strong visual. The uniform maintains excellent color consistency with white as the dominant color, accented by gold and black throughout, resulting in a polished and professional presentation.
There’s flexibility to play with the facemask and script logo colors here. Opting for gold, black, or white for either element would likely maintain the uniform’s overall appeal and versatility.
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No. 1: Vs. Arkansas (November 25th)
Uniform Breakdown: Black Helmet with Gold and White Stripe, Gold Tiger Script Logo, 2021 Black Jersey, 2021 Black Pants
Game Outcome: Win (1-0 record in this uniform)
The Tiger script logo dominates the top rankings, claiming four of the top five spots. It arguably reached its zenith on this black helmet, particularly enhanced by the gold facemask. This uniform was the only instance where the script helmet’s decal color matched the facemask, a detail that arguably should have been implemented across all script helmet variations for a cohesive design language across all missouri football uniforms.
Beyond this striking helmet detail, the all-black look has become synonymous with Missouri’s “modern” uniform era. Under the stadium lights, this uniform elevates to another level of visual impact. If any version of the script helmet is hoped to return next season, it’s undoubtedly this commanding all-black iteration.
