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Oregon Unveils Grateful Dead–Themed 'Grateful Ducks' Uniforms for Week 9 vs. Wisconsin

Autzen will stage a tie-dye celebration honoring the Dead’s Eugene roots.

Overview

  • The all-black set features green-and-yellow tie-dye numerals, a hybrid Oregon–Grateful Dead shoulder patch, a tie-dye “O” on the helmet, and Dancing Bears on the helmet backplate.
  • The home game against Wisconsin kicks off Saturday, Oct. 25 at 4 p.m. PT on FS1, with Oregon promoting a full stadium “tie-dye out.”
  • Oregon framed the collaboration as part of its untraditional uniform tradition and Nike partnership, with equipment administrator Kenny Farr highlighting the coordinated on- and off-field apparel.
  • Fans responded enthusiastically on social media to the reveal, according to multiple outlets covering the announcement.
  • Opinion coverage noted design objections to a reworked Steal Your Face motif and a Nike swoosh incorporated into the lightning bolt, reflecting debate over brand use of Dead iconography.