It’s homecoming this weekend at Illinois, and the Illini will rock a new look in their matchup against Minnesota.
Illinois unveiled its “Gray Ghost” uniforms today on Twitter, and they’re unlike anything we’ve seen the Illini wear in the past. Check them out:
The boys are back in town!
— Illini Athletics (@IlliniAthletics) October 26, 2016
It's #ILLINOIShomecoming for @IlliniFootball and @IlliniMBB opens in newly renovated @StateFarmCenter #Illini pic.twitter.com/bhSS1hCYnW
Homecoming 2016 = Gray Ghost unis...with a twist.
— Illini Football (@IlliniFootball) October 26, 2016
#Illini #ILLINOIShomecoming pic.twitter.com/hS5v6rgfFD
The gray uniforms are different, and Illinois is making a change to its headwear, too. The Illini will sport these brand new navy helmets:
Saturday will mark the debut of the navy blue Gray Ghost helmet. #Illini @ILLequipment @Uniformswag @BigTenNetwork @PhilHecken pic.twitter.com/zkqhnAlTtu
— Illini Football (@IlliniFootball) October 26, 2016
Lovie Smith and the Illini are seeking their third win of the season, and they will do so in style.