Rumors said it would happen two weeks ago and, well . . . it didn’t. This time, however, confirmation is official: the new USC helmet will see its on-field debut at Saturday’s homecoming game, when the Trojans host in-conference foe Colorado.
Reimagining the Trojans’ traditional lid, the new USC helmet features an ultra-shiny metallic finish to the cardinal paintjob, adorned with the usual gold Trojan mark. Rather than the atrocious monochromatic red facemask that appeared on the previous rumored helmet, Saturday’s will boast a sleek chrome finish, the perfect complement.
All in all it’s hard not to like the look, as an historic program updates its iconic uniforms, without deviating much.
USC will host Colorado on October 18, with kickoff scheduled for 3pm EDT.
Photos via USC, Michael Lev.