Navy just dropped anchor on the rest of the college football field in the battle for coolest helmet design.
Working with Under Armour, the Midshipmen unveiled seven different hand-painted helmets for their annual game against Army, which will be Dec. 12 in Philadelphia.
Each design features a specific ship in the U.S. Naval Fleet, and they have been assigned by position. For example, linemen will wear helmets displaying an amphibious assault ship while wide receivers get a submarine.
Here's a look at all seven with a wide view and close-up shots of each:
Navy Football: Handpainted Helmets By Position
Navy Fleet Football Helmets
The U.S. Naval Academy and Under Armour present stunning customized helmet designs for the game Dec. 12 against Army.
Quarterback: Aircraft Carrier
The QB of the Naval Fleet, the aircraft carrier is the ultimate decision maker.
Quarterback: Aircraft Carrier
The "quick strike" weapon of the Naval fleet.
Lineman: Amphibious Assault Ships
Just as a lineman's job is the create a hole for a running back or linebacker, these ships are used to establish ...
Lineman: Amphibious Assault Ships
... the "beach head" that enables the invading force to gain access and ultimately accomplish their objective.
Running Back: Littoral Combat Ship
Like running backs, these fast and nimble ships can navigate through both ...
Running Back: Littoral Combat Ship
... crowded shallow and deep waters.
Kicker/Special Teams: Minesweeper
Much like the specific task of the Navy special teams, this small ship has a unique ...
Kicker/Special Teams: Minesweeper
... mission of identifying and eliminating mines.
Defensive Back: Destroyer
These are known for significant fire power, speed and ...
Defensive Back: Destroyer
... anti-missile defense as are Navy's defensive backs.
Linebacker: Cruiser
Provides anti-air defense and packs the biggest punch of ...
Linebacker: Cruiser
... Naval surface ships representative of the linebackers on the Navy football team.
Wide Receiver: Submarine
Predominantly used as blockers, wide receivers play a key role in driving the Navy rush attack, taking on a stealth-like persona as they blend into ...
Wide Receiver: Submarine
... the rhythm of the offense but bring significant fire power when called upon, just like a Naval submarine
The rest of the uniform is pretty sharp too.
