Lane Kiffin Thinking About a "Blackout" for the UCLA Game

by Achilles on May 5, 2011 9:38 AM PDT

A little chatter coming across town about Lane Kiffin thinking about a "black jersey" gimmick for the USC-UCLA game:

Two sources in Heritage Hall said USC coach Lane Kiffin is considering a uniform change for the UCLA game next season. One idea would be a predominantly black jersey because the teams are allowed to wear dark jerseys for the cross-town rivalry.

The reasons are familiar: Recruits are attracted to Oregon's many uniforms and it is cited as a reason for the loss of tailback De'Anthony Thomas. Arizona State will also wear an alternate black uniform next season.

Wolf who reported this "buzz" has this mock-up on his blog:

I thought the idea behind wearing "dark jerseys" for this game was to revive the tradition of wearing home uniforms for this last game? I don't think wearing "black jersey" was part of the deal.

Another point here. Does anyone really think De'Anthony Thomas chose Oregon over USC because of their uniforms? LOL. There is no argument that Oregon is one of the most creative athletic programs in the country when it comes to promoting their teams but I think Thomas went with the Ducks because they have a BCS caliber program now, while SC will most likely struggle due to sanctions and a head coach with mediocre on field record.

Still part of me gives SC credit for always looking ways to market their program. They are way ahead of Dan Guerrero's lifeless program when it comes to promoting their teams.

Unfortunately for UCLA and Rick Neuheisel right now there is not much the Bruins can do in response to this. Bruins need to have a great season and win this game. If they do not get that done, forget replacing Rick. The discussion here should focus on the inadequate leadership of Dan Guerrero.

This is a FanPost and does not necessarily reflect the views of BruinsNation's (BN) editors. It does reflect the views of this particular fan though, which is as important as the views of BN's editors.

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"Lane Kiffin" and "thinking"?

I got lost right there in the title.

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by gbruin on May 5, 2011 10:55 AM PDT reply actions

Just play the game!

by LA Bruin on May 5, 2011 11:49 AM PDT reply actions

Since it's allowed...

Can we wear black too?

by Harsha on May 5, 2011 12:05 PM PDT reply actions

not in the same game, I hope

by LA Bruin on May 5, 2011 12:13 PM PDT up reply actions

Same game

Precisely my proposal. And then take a queue from Boise State and have a colored field – all black. Chaos!

by Harsha on May 5, 2011 12:30 PM PDT up reply actions

Let's wear White.

F them.

"Every day was a good day at UCLA." -Coach John Wooden

by OswegoBruin on May 5, 2011 12:31 PM PDT up reply actions

+1 This.

I’m always supportive of being the opposite of those clowns in every possible way.

by Chris09 on May 5, 2011 12:49 PM PDT up reply actions

White would look bitchin against those black jerseys.

I don’t think it will happen tho. The Troylets are pretty pissed off it would even be considered.

The best thing you can do for your children is to love their mother. John Wooden

by MexiBruin on May 5, 2011 5:34 PM PDT up reply actions

Vertical black-and-white stripes!

Just to confuse everyone.

by Seth Chandler on May 6, 2011 1:11 PM PDT up reply actions

My two cents

1) Hey! At least they care about the rivalry game. If only we could get a head coach or AD that cared about the game.

2) DeAnthony Thomas chose Oregon, because he could not get a straight answer from Tame Kitten. Like all recruits, he wanted to play immediately. He wanted to play both ways. The difference between Lane Violation and Chip Kelly, is that one was vague and evasive and the latter was plain spoken and up front. I know this for a fact.

The best thing you can do for your children is to love their mother. John Wooden

by MexiBruin on May 5, 2011 2:43 PM PDT reply actions