Best Uniforms In Big Ten Ranked: Oregon Ducks, Michigan Wolverines, Ohio State Snubbed?

Oregon has been known for decades for donning flashy uniforms, usually designed by Nike, but where do they rank when it comes to the rest of the Big Ten? Teams like the Michigan Wolverines and Penn State Nittany Lions make the cut with their classic looks.

Fighting Ducks quarterback Dante Moore throws out a pass as the Fighting Ducks face off against Mighty Oregon in the Oregon Ducks spring game on April 26, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene. | Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The Oregon Ducks have long led the country in creativity when it comes to football uniforms, but where do they rank against the rest of the Big Ten?

Back when the Ducks played in the Pac-12, the uniform matchups were often elite. Oregon vs Arizona State in the desert back in the early 2000's comes to mind, with the Ducks donning the road whites and ASU wearing the Burnt red. The Big Ten has given us some incredible uniform clashes throughout the years as well.

Here are the top-five uniforms in the Big Ten:

5. UCLA

Nov 30, 2024; Pasadena, California, USA; UCLA Bruins quarterback Ethan Garbers (4) scrambles out of the pocket against the Fresno State Bulldogs during the fourth quarter at Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images | Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

While the Bruins certainly did not have the season they hoped for last year, they typically always look good on the gridiron, at least. The classic gold pants and the powder blue jerseys are a unique combination, and make for good uniform clashes against the Ducks. Bonus points for the gold face masks.

4. Penn State

While the Nittany Lions uniforms have been criticized as "boring" over the years, the rich history behind the uniforms give them extra brownie points. The famous all white helmet has aged well throughout the last few decades and the all white uniforms look amazing in Happy Valley, especially during a "white out" game

Apr 26, 2025; University Park, PA, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions wide receiver Lyrick Samuel (81) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter of the Blue White spring game at Beaver Stadium. The White team defeated the Blue team 10-8. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images | Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

3. Wisconsin

Maybe it's the shade of red, or maybe its the classic helmet with the red "W," but either way, Wisconsin's home uniforms are an all-time classic. Wisconsin and Oregon blessed fans with one of the best uniform matchups in the 2012 and 2020 Rose Bowl Game. The Badgers wear maybe the most aesthetically pleasing jerseys to look at.

Wisconsin nose tackle Curt Neal (92) celebrates after making a tackle for loss against Iowa on Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wis. Iowa won the game, 15-6. | Tork Mason / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

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2. Michigan

Starting with arguably the best helmet in all of college football, this iteration of the Michigan uniform just does not miss. The Maize and Blue colors are classic and remind fans instantly of the rich tradition that comes with Wolverine football. The yellow numbers paired with the wolverine claw marks on the helmet provide a fun look to what is already a fantastic uniform. Ducks fans wont get to see the Wolverines next season, but Oregon has a matchup scheduled with Michigan in 2026.

Dec 31, 2024; Tampa, FL, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Domani Jackson (1) tackles Michigan Wolverines quarterback Alex Orji (10) during the second half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images | Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

1. Oregon

Oregon wide receiver Tez Johnson bobbles a reception as the Oregon Ducks face the Ohio State Buckeyes Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in the quarterfinal of the College Football Playoff at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. | Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Coming in at No.1 is Oregon. It goes without saying that whichever colorway the Ducks choose to wear on any given Saturday, it's going to pop. It's going to look great on TV and it's going to look great in person.

The Ducks have had numerous flashy uniforms throughout the years, but a fan favorite was last years throwback, with the fighting duck on the shoulders. Oregon also debuted a "stomp out cancer" uniform last year that was a major hit. Some of the jersey elements being designed by Oregon coach Dan Lanning's wife Sauphia, a cancer survivor, and their sons. No matter which combination of pants, jersey, and helmet the Ducks wear on any given Saturday, you can bet it will look incredible.

Oregon Ducks defensive end Jordan Burch celebrates a sack as the Ducks host the Spartans Friday, Oct. 4, 2024 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Ore. | Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images