The internets have rarely been kind to the Bengals' Uniform. Outlets from ESPN to Bleacher Report to even their own beat reporter have harped on the ugliness of the Bengals' threads for years now. How surprising then to see this story in Fast Company that says, "...the absolutely best team helmet belongs to the Cincinnati Bengals." In the same breath it also dares to denigrate the lids of the Patriots, Redskins and Bucs.
Now it could just be coincidence that the team is off to its best start in years and a uniform article praises the Bengals instead of blasting them. However, I'm guessing the wins just might have something to do with it. I'd even wager that the overall Bengals merchandise revenue is going to be up this year despite our boycott because people like being associate with a winner (just look at all the bandwagon fans our opponent this week has accumulated over the past decade). Also, a winning season will do wonders to prevent all the striped duds from being on super clearance when Thanksgiving rolls around. With all the evidence that this adds to the teams bottom line, you'd think Mikey might want to make the changes that would make this a common occurrence, but I think the years of 2006-2008 are clear evidence to the contrary.Regardless, I guess congratulations are in order. Good job picking out the uniform threads Mikey.
Oh wait, that wasn't you, it's just a guy that looks like you except with football knowledge.
Love that picture of St. Paul! And looking at the designs in front of him, another winning decision!
Posted by: Jeff | November 12, 2009 at 03:12 PM
My bad. Found out that pic is from '67. Thought it was '80. So he originally passed on that striped design!
Posted by: Jeff | November 12, 2009 at 03:18 PM
I actually like the pseudo-Egyptian design on the far right, but yeah, I don't care what Moron A, Moron B, or especially Moron Hob has to say - I think the Bengals have some of the best looking uniforms in the league, especially the much-reviled orange alternates (which I've heard decried as being "pumpkin-looking", amongst other things). Ideally, I'll get to spend some more money on them one of these days, but I'd rather wear unlicensed eBay apparel than give money to Mikey Boy.
Posted by: Wyatt | November 12, 2009 at 03:23 PM
I like the uniforms, and I've even grown fond of the varicose pumpkin helmets. Going to the SB in 1982 and 1989 makes varicose pumpkins great.
Anybody notice Vegas and the experts all saying it's gonna be a Steelers cakewalk? According to Colin Cowherd Vegas has the Bengals as the 16th best team -- and STILL BEHIND THE RAVENS. That made me think that to prove themselves the Bengals pretty much have to win the Super Bowl. But on second thought an appearance in the AFC Championship game in January would probably be sufficient.
Posted by: FeedMikeBrownToAquaBengal | November 12, 2009 at 03:31 PM
I like the helmet on the right too, the right decision was made in 1980, but I like it all the same. Anything according to Colin Cowherd is suspect, that guy's one of the biggest douches ever, like in the history of the earth, not just radio, not just media, EVER.
Posted by: CurseofBoJackson | November 12, 2009 at 03:45 PM
I've always thought their helmets could be improved. Maybe more aggressive stripes.
Posted by: KTRB | November 12, 2009 at 06:01 PM
I've always loved all incarnations of the Bengals uniforms actually. Including the helmet.
I was listening to Cowherd while doing something mindless at work the other day and he said, slightly paraphrased, when talking about the big matchup last week with the Ravens that "we'll see if they can sweep a team that Carson has trouble with".
Carson is now 8-3 vs the Ravens I believe. Only James Walker acknowledged that fact I believe of any national media members. The only national media member who understands NFL football in Cincy is David Fleming as far as I know.
Posted by: Sleeping With Bieniemy | November 12, 2009 at 07:43 PM
The striped helmet has always been the absolute best thing about the Bengals' uniforms. May they never change. Well, in overall scheme. Tweaks are legit.
Posted by: Mockenrue | November 13, 2009 at 12:17 AM
The first time I walked into PBS and saw the seat backs, I knew the striped helmet would be with us for a long, long time.
Posted by: Leo deTrotskyo | November 13, 2009 at 08:05 AM
I think we have the best helmet but the new uniforms are terrible. I wish we would go back to the old ones Boomer used to wear. As far as announcers and Media. TJ from ESPN is the only one who really watches the Bengals. He has been my favorite since forever.
Posted by: Brian | November 13, 2009 at 08:12 AM
I do thinks there unis need a little touch up but Mikey Boy wont spend the jack to do it.I think it would be cool to reverse there helmets,black helmets with orange stripes and make the black pants with orange stripes there regular home pants.But thats too muck money.
Posted by: steve | November 13, 2009 at 11:48 AM
"Oh wait, that wasn't you, it's just a guy that looks like you except with football knowledge."
That just makes me laugh!
Posted by: Rich | November 13, 2009 at 01:15 PM
I think Mikey would spend money on new uniforms. That's much cheaper than scouts.
Posted by: FeedMikeBrownToAquaBengal | November 13, 2009 at 02:12 PM
That picture looks like someone just told him he could have that one
Posted by: Hofbraunow | November 14, 2009 at 09:41 PM