Welcome to the definitive ranking of every USF football uniform from the past decade! Our panel of style-savvy experts has meticulously evaluated each uniform, compiled average ratings, and engaged in spirited discussions to bring you this consensus ranking. We’re diving into the top ten Usf Football Uniforms that have graced the gridiron. These elite designs all achieved an impressive average rating of 8.0 or higher, earning universal acclaim among our panel.
For those who missed our earlier evaluations, catch up here:
Part One: #53 to #44 (average rating between 1.0 and 4.0)
Part Two: #43 to #35 (average rating between 4.0 and 5.0)
Part Three: #34 to #23 (average rating between 5.0 and 6.5)
Part Four: #22 to #11 (average rating between 6.5 and 8.0)
Let’s jump into the countdown of the top USF football uniforms!
#10 – 2015-2016 White Jersey, Green Pants, Gold Helmet
Average Rating: 8.0
Life Span: 2015 – 2016
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 1-1
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Our panel lauded this USF football uniform as a strong away look. Robert Steeg, former student equipment manager, declared it “one of my favorite away unis of all time.” Nate Bond, Managing Editor of The Daily Stampede, praised the “understated jersey/pants combo” and the impactful “God’s Helmet,” a fan-favorite gold helmet. Ryan T. Smith, the ranking’s originator, acknowledged the white pants version might be slightly superior but still found this combination excellent, highlighting the “gorgeous” helmet. Will Kennedy, athletic training assistant, expressed his appreciation for Under Armour’s designs, noting the shoulder horns and pant stripe details. Jamie DeVriend, USF historian, hinted at an even better variation with a green helmet, setting the stage for future entries in our USF football uniform ranking.
#9 – 2016-2017 White Jersey, Green Pants, White Helmet
Average Rating: 8.0
Life Span: 2016 – 2017
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 5-1
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This USF football uniform garnered significant praise for its cohesive design. Jamie DeVriend highlighted the “green sleeves” which “tie it together,” creating a well-accented uniform. Steeg pointed out the “consistent stripes on the pants and shoulders” as subtle yet effective details. Kennedy admired the “chrome green facemask,” enhancing the overall aesthetic. While Ryan T. Smith felt it was a “bummer” this was chosen as a base set, he still admitted it was “terrific” and preferred it over current uniform styles. Kennedy described it as a “perfect generic away uni set,” solidifying its place as a classic USF look. Bond echoed this sentiment, calling the “away whites” simply “great.” This uniform effectively utilizes the USF Bulls’ color palette for a clean and recognizable away game presence.
#8 – 2017 “SoFlo” White Jersey, White Pants, Green Helmet
Average Rating: 8.0
Life Span: 2017
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 1-0
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The “SoFlo” iteration of USF football uniforms made its mark at number eight. Steeg’s enthusiastic “Oh YES” captured the panel’s general excitement for this bolder design. Smith described them as “cooking with gas,” noting their “goofy” charm and “Sprite can” resemblance due to the neon elements balanced by white. DeVriend, while slightly critical of the “iconic U on the sleeve,” still deemed them “just about perfect.” Bond appreciated the gloves and pants, and Kennedy, despite a minor issue with decal color consistency, considered the helmet decal potentially his “favorite ever.” This uniform stands out for its vibrant “SoFlo” style, injecting a unique energy into the USF Bulls’ on-field appearance.
#7 – 2014-2015 “SoFlo” Green Jersey, White Pants, White Helmet
Average Rating: 8.2
Life Span: 2014 – 2015
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 0-2
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This “SoFlo” green jersey USF football uniform sparked some debate among the panel. Kennedy felt the white gradient version ranked higher was superior, finding the gradient “goofy” on the green. Smith positioned himself in the middle ground of “SoFlo” opinions, considering this version “objectively good.” Steeg praised its “chaotic and fun” energy and wished for a return of its originality. Bond liked the numbers and pants, suggesting a white “USF” logo for better contrast, but still considered it a “great jersey combo,” even admitting to not hating the white helmet. Smith jokingly highlighted Bond’s surprising acceptance of the white helmet, and DeVriend playfully called out Bond’s inconsistency. This uniform represents a bolder era of USF football uniforms, embracing the “SoFlo” aesthetic with mixed but generally positive reception.
#6 – 2016 White Jersey, White Pants, Gold Helmet
Average Rating: 8.4
Life Span: 2016
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 1-0
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Nostalgia and aesthetic appeal propelled this USF football uniform to the sixth spot. DeVriend associated it with “great memories” of an exciting game. Steeg echoed this sentiment, linking the uniform to fond USF football moments and game highlights. Bond simply called it a “beautiful uniform” and linked it to “peak Quinton Flowers” era. Kennedy expressed strong admiration, considering it the “best possible use for Cousin of God’s helmet” and the “best combo for the white unis overall.” Smith agreed with Kennedy, only slightly preferring the next entry in our ranking. This uniform is celebrated not only for its visual appeal but also for its connection to memorable moments in USF football history.
#5 – 2015-2016 White Jersey, White Pants, Green Helmet
Average Rating: 8.7
Life Span: 2015 – 2016
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 1-2
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The panel’s enthusiasm was palpable for this USF football uniform. DeVriend exclaimed “GOD YES,” admitting he should have given it a perfect score, finding “nothing wrong” with it. Bond echoed this near-perfection sentiment. Steeg considered it a strong “pretty set” across the board, and Smith admitted it deserves to be considered among the all-time best USF uniforms, describing them as “perfect.” Kennedy agreed they were “fantastic,” slightly preferring the all-white version with a green helmet. DeVriend emphasized the versatility of white jerseys, highlighting the striking combinations possible. Smith clarified its position at #5 was only due to the existence of “God’s Helmet,” suggesting this combination is even better than the similar one at #10 featuring the gold helmet. This uniform is lauded for its clean, classic aesthetic and near-flawless execution.
#4 – 2015-2016 Green Jersey, White Pants, White Helmet
Average Rating: 8.8
Life Span: 2015 – 2016
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 0-2
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Controversy arose as this USF football uniform was ranked fourth, with strong opinions suggesting it deserved the top spot. Kennedy’s “WHAT. HOW IS THIS NOT NUMBER ONE” expressed the shock of some panelists. Smith declared it “the best thing USF football has ever worn,” revealing it was his only perfect 10 rating. Kennedy doubled down, calling it “easily the best uniform USF has ever worn.” Smith humorously attributed its 0-2 record to its “heavenly powers” being too potent for mere mortals. Bond noted the bittersweet memory of this uniform coinciding with a season turnaround that lacked a bowl win. Smith recalled its selection for a major home game against FSU, suggesting it was “foolish” to attempt to harness such “divine power.” Kennedy joked they harnessed it for “the first play.” DeVriend and Steeg provided dissenting opinions, with DeVriend finding the “white helmet” less effective with the green jersey and Steeg agreeing it didn’t pair as well as he’d like. Kennedy jokingly disowned Steeg over this disagreement. Despite some debate, this uniform is clearly a standout for its striking color combination and bold aesthetic.
#3 – 2016 “Salute to Service” Black Jersey, Black Pants, Black Helmet
Average Rating: 9.1
Life Span: 2016
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 1-0
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This special edition USF football uniform earned high praise for its unique design and concept. Smith called it “one of the best one-off alternates USF has ever worn, if not the best.” Bond declared it the “best one-off ever made,” praising the font, shoulders, helmet, and undersleeves as “flawless.” DeVriend highlighted it as “absolutely the best one-off,” connecting it to the campus location through the runway-inspired design. Smith, feigning ignorance, asked about the tie-in, prompting a reminder about the Henderson Field runways incorporated into the helmet and shoulder details, referencing DeVriend’s article and a Tampa Tribune piece detailing the history of the USF campus site. Steeg considered it one of the few successful “Salute to Service” uniforms, admiring the “unique and cool” decal and wishing for its return. Kennedy, despite ranking it high, expressed a dissenting view about “far too much green,” a point Smith conceded, noting it prevented a perfect 10 score due to being “not as pretty” as others but unmatched in “creativity.” This uniform stands out for its innovative design, meaningful connection to USF history, and successful execution of a “Salute to Service” theme.
#2 – 2015-2016 Green Jersey, White Pants, Pink Helmet
Average Rating: 9.2
Life Span: 2015 – 2016
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 2-0
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The inclusion of pink in this USF football uniform sparked varied reactions but ultimately secured the second spot. Kennedy’s initial “Oh y’all are TRIPPIN. This is top 5, sure. But 2?!” indicated surprise at its high ranking. Bond, however, expressed strong enthusiasm for the “pink accents,” describing his personal fondness for pink and praising the green and pink combination. Steeg felt the uniform projected an aura of superiority, particularly loving the “pink USF logo” as “the best thing this school has ever done.” Smith highlighted the rarity and difficulty of incorporating pink into football uniforms successfully, crediting USF for pulling it off. DeVriend disagreed, arguing the Komen pink clashed with school colors. Smith countered, agreeing with Steeg that the “spirit” and bold incorporation of pink, not just as an accent, made it amazing, nearly deserving a perfect score. DeVriend conceded the “helmet is tremendous,” while finding the rest of the uniform less so. Smith agreed the helmet was “stupidly good.” Steeg also praised the “chrome pink facemask.” Kennedy and DeVriend aligned in thinking the helmet and accessories alone would have been preferable, with DeVriend specifying “pink on white” worked, but not with green or gold. Kennedy anticipated being upset by the #1 ranked uniform. Despite divided opinions on the full uniform, the pink helmet and bold color choice made this a highly memorable and top-ranked USF Bulls uniform.
#1 – 2015-2016 White Jersey, White Pants, Gold Helmet (“God’s Helmet”)
Average Rating: 9.4
Life Span: 2015 – 2016
USF’s Record in This Uniform: 5-0
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Crowning our list as the #1 USF football uniform is the iconic white jersey, white pants, and gold helmet combination, affectionately known as featuring “God’s Helmet.” Kennedy’s “OH. Okay. I enjoy these a lot” signaled a positive reception, even from a previously skeptical panelist. Smith clarified it wasn’t as “divine” as #4 but still “undoubtedly fantastic” and a “worthy champion.” Kennedy revised his personal ranking, placing it potentially second all-time. Bond called it a “beautifully classic and clean jersey and pant combo,” emphasizing “God’s Helmet” as the sealer of the deal, and considered it and the rest of the top five deserving of the top spot. DeVriend praised it as the epitome of an all-white uniform done right, avoiding being “too white.” Steeg highlighted the perfect “little details” and “complimentary gold.” DeVriend further linked this uniform to USF’s successful years, and Steeg connected it to the “golden years of USF football in the 2010s,” associating its debut with a period of improved team performance. Smith concluded with a clear message: “USF must bring back God’s Helmet and make it permanent.” This uniform is celebrated for its classic, clean design, perfect color balance, and the legendary “God’s Helmet,” solidifying its place as the top USF football uniform of the decade.
The resounding message from our panel is clear: the USF Bulls have sported some incredible football uniforms over the past decade. While styles evolve, the call for the return of “God’s Helmet” and the design principles seen in these top-ranked uniforms resonates deeply with fans and experts alike. Here’s to hoping the future of USF football uniforms continues this legacy of style and on-field impact.
