Show us your game used college football jerseys

[dcgreg25]

I have always loved college game used jerseys and have a few in my collection. I am curious to see all the great ones that are sure to be lurking around in this forum.

Here are my Tom Zbikowski and Sean Taylor GU jerseys to get things started.

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/TomZ2.jpghttp://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/TomZ1.jpg

http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/Taylor1.jpghttp://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm233/gregguy25/3884_12.jpg

[thegoalie]

Georgia Tech jerseys.

4 year starting QB Reggie Ball, 2003 ACC rookie of the year, team captain senior year. I have his senior year home jersey from 2006, captain's C with Gator Bowl patch. He was deemed academically ineligible and never played in the Gator Bowl, which was supposed to be his final game.

The jersey was worn in every home game, photomatched X1000. Several marks, hole repairs, etc.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y53/thegoalie/DSCF1556.jpg

http://www.thegooley.com/image/thumb/600-600/1004762.jpg






Tashard Choice, starting RB, 2007 All-ACC first team, holds several Tech rushing records. Here's his backup away jersey worn just once against rival University of GA on 11/26/2006. Tons of wear, including red marks from UGA helmets and two holes repaired by equipment staff. Photomatched. He rushed for 146 yards and scored the only Tech touchdown that game.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y53/thegoalie/DSCF1558.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y53/thegoalie/79297025.jpg






Xavier McGuire, wide receiver, 2006 Gator Bowl patch, several marks including a very large hole that was patched and photomatched. (This is the jersey I wear to Tech games. The other ones never leave the wall)

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y53/thegoalie/DSCF1557.jpg

http://www.thegooley.com/image/thumb/600-600/1004771.jpg

[OleMiss]

1997 Deuce McAllister--- Freshman year...

http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q249/WestMonroeReb/2008_0419Ramseyspics3080023.jpg

[beavisrules]

Here's a couple of mine that I have pictures readily available of:

2001 Tom Lopienski ND jersey - looks a like fullback's jersey, as it has tons of wear (that is not readily apparent on this picture unfortunately).

http://xs221.xs.to/xs221/07462/NDwhitejersey1.JPG


2001 Fiesta Bowl Game Worn Jersey - this is a very unique jersey, in that the jerseys for this game featured a one-time modification (excluding the bowl patch obviously) of the regular season jerseys - it featured a change of the sleeves, where the typical monogram always seen on the champion-styled jerseys of this era was replaced with a shamrock - only football jersey in ND history with a shamrock on the sleeve, and only worn for this one game.

http://xs228.xs.to/xs228/08260/000_2214707.jpg



I'll try and post some more jerseys later. Great thread - looking forward to seeing some more jerseys.


Greg - nice Zibby jersey.

[beavisrules]

Here's a better look at the unique sleeve of the Fiesta Bowl jersey for anyone interested:

http://xs228.xs.to/xs228/08260/000_2216676.jpg

[halzeus]

Great thread! Here's my Jarrett Irons Michigan Wolverines 1994 Holiday Bowl game worn jersey:
http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornJarrettIrons1994HolidayB-3.jpg?t=1214792487http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornJarrettIrons1994HolidayB-1.jpg?t=1214793098http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornJarrettIrons1994HolidayB-2.jpg?t=1214793119

Here are Tyrone Wheatley's freshman year jersey and pants:

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornTyroneWheatleyBack.jpg?t=1214793215
http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornTyroneWheatleyFront1.jpg?t=1214793292http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornTyroneWheatleyPants.jpg?t=1214793257

[thegoalie]

Question for NCAA jersey collectors:

What are your thoughts on replacement nameplates? It's against NCAA regulations for a team to sell game jerseys with the nameplate intact, so the equipment staff removes them (how some of you have names on the back is a mystery to me).

My GA Tech jerseys are nameless. I have the opportunity to purchase replacement nameplates from the same vendor that Tech uses for their lettering. These nameplates will be 100% authentic replicas of the ones which were removed.

I'm struggling here... on one hand, I don't want to add anything to the jerseys that wasn't game worn. On the other hand, I feel that a blank spot where the name should be isn't doing the jersey any favors, either. Museums repair paintings all the time, right? I think this is a legitimate repair.

It broke my heart to watch the names being ripped from my jerseys in front of my very eyes. I really do want them restored in all of their nameplate glory.

Does the game worn collecting community frown on this sort of thing? Thoughts?

[tom1315]

Question for NCAA jersey collectors:

What are your thoughts on replacement nameplates? It's against NCAA regulations for a team to sell game jerseys with the nameplate intact, so the equipment staff removes them (how some of you have names on the back is a mystery to me).

My GA Tech jerseys are nameless. I have the opportunity to purchase replacement nameplates from the same vendor that Tech uses for their lettering. These nameplates will be 100% authentic replicas of the ones which were removed.

I'm struggling here... on one hand, I don't want to add anything to the jerseys that wasn't game worn. On the other hand, I feel that a blank spot where the name should be isn't doing the jersey any favors, either. Museums repair paintings all the time, right? I think this is a legitimate repair.

It broke my heart to watch the names being ripped from my jerseys in front of my very eyes. I really do want them restored in all of their nameplate glory.

Does the game worn collecting community frown on this sort of thing? Thoughts?

I have a couple of NCSU gamers in my collection - no name plates. I think if the student - athlete has finished their eligibility - then it does not violate the NCAA's rules re selling their jersey with the name plate remaining - thus why some have them and others do not.

If they still are playing - the jersey cannot be sold by the university with the plate in tack. I would not re-attach the player's nameplates. You have outstanding provenance and pictures to match - all is perfect re the jersey's authenticity.

On the other hand they are "your jerseys" so if you feel they display better with the plates - by all means do it for it pleases you.

I do not think adding the nameplate would hurt the value if you chose to re-sell to another collector - could though thus why I would not.

Tom

Go Pack! (North Carolina State University)

[beavisrules]

I personally would not re-attach anything to your jerseys - granted, that is easy for me to say given that ND has no names on the jerseys (at least since the mid-80s), but I think you leave the jersey intact exactly how you obtained it. Especially bowl jerseys, as those are few and far between in general. Just my two cents.

[halzeus]

Question for NCAA jersey collectors:

What are your thoughts on replacement nameplates? It's against NCAA regulations for a team to sell game jerseys with the nameplate intact, so the equipment staff removes them (how some of you have names on the back is a mystery to me).

My GA Tech jerseys are nameless. I have the opportunity to purchase replacement nameplates from the same vendor that Tech uses for their lettering. These nameplates will be 100% authentic replicas of the ones which were removed.

I'm struggling here... on one hand, I don't want to add anything to the jerseys that wasn't game worn. On the other hand, I feel that a blank spot where the name should be isn't doing the jersey any favors, either. Museums repair paintings all the time, right? I think this is a legitimate repair.

It broke my heart to watch the names being ripped from my jerseys in front of my very eyes. I really do want them restored in all of their nameplate glory.

Does the game worn collecting community frown on this sort of thing? Thoughts?

Here is a link to the MEARS exclusive Jersey Grading &
Authentication Criteria web site.
http://www.mearsonline.com/services/jersey.asp

It appears they subract from the grade whether the nameplate is replaced or if it is missing.

[thegoalie]

Nameplate missing (-2)
Nameplate or name lettering restored (-3)So it looks like, according to Mears, adding an authentic replica nameplate will earn me an extra point subtraction. Here's my solution:

I decided I will add the nameplates, but instruct the lettering shop to sew them on lightly so they can be easily removed in the future if need be. :D

By the way, I'm fairly certain that many college jerseys with names have been added after the fact. Not to single anyone out, but I noticed that we have a Miami jersey in this thread. It was probably purchased from www.collegejersey.com, and I've suspected that they add their own nameplates to all of their Miami jerseys.

[jwbelcher2]

I wished I could find georgia tech jerseys that nice,Georgia tech is all I collect and I cant find any from bowl games. Those are really nice jerseys I would not do anything to them.

[thegoalie]

Not to single anyone out, but I noticed that we have a Miami jersey in this thread. It was probably purchased from www.collegejersey.com (http://www.collegejersey.com), and I've suspected that they add their own nameplates to all of their Miami jerseys.I apologize, I retract this statement. I checked Getty Images and those nameplates look exactly like the gamers. I sent CollegeJersey.com and e-mail asking how they're able to sell them with the names. Maybe they're authentic, maybe they're not, but I shouldn't jump to conclusions.

[thegoalie]

I wished I could find georgia tech jerseys that nice,Georgia tech is all I collect and I cant find any from bowl games. Those are really nice jerseys I would not do anything to them.
Email me your phone number ASAP. jnachtigal@gmail.com

I may be able to acquire more Tech jerseys tomorrow afternoon. Amazing timing, right? I can probably get you a gamer in the $150 range if you're interested. I wouldn't rule out getting one with a bowl patch, but I can't guarantee it right now.

[beantown]

Hazelus....nice Michigan jerseys...where is your Tom Brady...lol!

I am looking for one of his jerseys from his junior or senior year...ever come across one of those?



Great thread! Here's my Jarrett Irons Michigan Wolverines 1994 Holiday Bowl game worn jersey:
http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornJarrettIrons1994HolidayB-3.jpg?t=1214792487http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornJarrettIrons1994HolidayB-1.jpg?t=1214793098http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornJarrettIrons1994HolidayB-2.jpg?t=1214793119

Here are Tyrone Wheatley's freshman year jersey and pants:

http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornTyroneWheatleyBack.jpg?t=1214793215
http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornTyroneWheatleyFront1.jpg?t=1214793292http://i281.photobucket.com/albums/kk225/halzeus/MyJerseys/GameWornTyroneWheatleyPants.jpg?t=1214793257

[mchmaj]

hey guys i dont really know if anyone collect college football jerseys here on forum !!!its great way to start showing our college jerseys collection :)
here i am going to start with miliary schools....
2001 air force used #41 with WTC patch.......and yes name on back is removed....

[mchmaj]

i got huge collection of navy midshipmen football jerseys and i sold few of them and i only have 3 left !
here are the #1 throwback navy jersey from 1999 , it was worn during the 100th match between navy and army and the navy blue #42 from 2004 season. The equipment manager forgot to remove the nameplate on back !:eek: that is beacuse i bought 10 navy game jerseys and he removed 9 jerseys but he forgot to remove the #42 carroll jersey !

[mchmaj]

heres picture of 1999 navy midshipmen throwback #1 jersey

[mchmaj]

heres picture of 1999 navy midshipmen throwback #1 jerseyhere it is !!!

[mchmaj]

i am huge syracuse orange fan !!! and i do have alot of syracuse football jerseys but i only chose two to post on this forum !
one is priceless 1993 fiesta bowl #40 and other one is orange used jersey #29 whitfield. i never seen anyone own syracuse ORANGE color jersey WITH NAME ON BACK !!!

[mchmaj]

orange #29 whitfield with name on back !!!

[mchmaj]

the last jersey i am posting, its the most prized college game worn jersey i ever own and i wuldnt sell it never !
USC game used Orange Bowl #6 worn by Matt Grootegoed, he is one of USC legends...

[mchmaj]

Now to answer some collectors question.... YES collegejerseys added some nameplates on miami football jerseys, but dont get me wrong, most of them are original nameplates... One time i won brock berlin game used jersey on ebay from collegejerseys and when i got the jersey i culd tell the nameplate is added because of the different colors of oranges and the nameplate was TRIMMED into the half circle at each ends... it was cheap made because i do wash my jerseys sometime and i washed berlin jersey and letters fell off !!!:eek:SO I WULD SUGGEST WATCH OUT FOR THAT and ask scott about the nameplates on jerseys before you BID .....

secondly, NOT ALL SCHOOLS removed names on the back, some schools didnt follow NCAA policy however players who are still in school, yes nameplates must be removed... for example , syracuse university sells their football jerseys with nameplates....

[halzeus]

Hazelus....nice Michigan jerseys...where is your Tom Brady...lol!

I am looking for one of his jerseys from his junior or senior year...ever come across one of those?

Thanks.

I'd love a Brady Michigan jersey, but I have not seen any yet.

I've only been doing this for a short time.

I would like to get a Ty Law Michigan jersey too.

[Nathan]

Just to clarify....

The NCAA rules say that the university is not allowed to sell jerseys with nameplates intact for players that still have eligibility remaining. Once the eligibility is gone, have at it.

In my case, I have a closet full of Tennessee jerseys, the vast majority of which have nameplates intact. The purchase of them wasn't actually done until years after the players' eligibility had been exhausted (anywhere from 5-15 years later, in fact). So no rules were broken, and I have some nice items.

As for the GT plates, I'd personally go ahead and get them made up but not have them attached. GT is my new second-favorite school since hiring Paul Johnson; as soon as he was announced I bought a GT hat.

[misteremu]

Here's a gamer from Charlie Batch early in his career at Eastern Michigan University!

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[tom1315]

I have thoroughly enjoyed seeing each of the jerseys posted - thanks guys!

Tom

Go Pack!

[mchmaj]

[quote=Nathan;89453]Just to clarify....

The NCAA rules say that the university is not allowed to sell jerseys with nameplates intact for players that still have eligibility remaining. Once the eligibility is gone, have at it.

yeah you are correct BUT NAVY MIDSHIPMEN doesnt ALLOWED TO sell jerseys with NAMEPLATES ON THEM ... i guess they are part of government property .....as i know that navy doesnt usually sell jerseys in the past...

[dcgreg25]

Just to answer any questions- I am the owner of the Miami jersey (Sean Taylor) being discussed and it was not purchased from collegejerseys.com. I have both a Taylor and a Kellen Winslow that were sourced back to the team. I am familiar with the nameplate issue and have researched the nameplates pretty extensively via Getty.

Goalie, I appreciate you retracting your comment. The Taylor was purchased in 2006 and I have researched it extensively.

As far as collegejerseys.com, I have looked at a number of their items but never bought from them. Looks like their stuff is pretty good. It would be good to hear of any experiences other forum members have had with them.

[gatorcollector]

late 80's gamer of former Gator defensive back Will White. This one came from a former equipment manager which is why the name is still on the back. UF sells old jerseys, but the names are always taken off, regardless of whether the player is still active or not.

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e68/gatorcollector/jerseys/wwhiteback.jpg

[Made in Motown]

Darrell Bevell - nameplate removed.

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s312/akafunk2/Jerseys-1.jpg

[Made in Motown]

Ryan Marks - nameplate restored.

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s312/akafunk2/Jerseys010-1.jpg

http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s312/akafunk2/Jerseys009-1.jpg

[beavisrules]

As far as collegejerseys.com, I have looked at a number of their items but never bought from them. Looks like their stuff is pretty good. It would be good to hear of any experiences other forum members have had with them.

Greg,

I have bought a lot of stuff from collegejersey.com, and have corresponded directly with Scott multiple times. Several years ago, they made a huge jersey purchase directly from ND (2004 maybe?), and have been selling them off ever since. Scott has been very helpful with any purchases, as well as any customer service issues that have come up.

The other thing that I like is Scott is very receptive to information and correction should an occasional mistake occur. Typically, when I have emailed auction houses or ebay sellers about incorrectly listed ND jerseys, I usually get no response, a nasty email back telling me to go away, or thanks for the information and yet no change to the listing. Scott always appreciates any information and corrects his listings if/as needed. As such, I continue to do business with them, and have some very nice jerseys to show for it. The Lopienski jersey that I posted earlier came from them - a true fullback jersey!

Hope this helps.
-Mike

[sothras]

Like Mike I have bought many things from Scott and he is always helpful and responsive. Most of my Miami jerseys have the name on the back and the ones I have that are game used show it on the name plate as well.


Chris

[sportsbaron]

Early 1980's Morten Andersen Michigan State (NNOB)

http://home.comcast.net/~baronfamily1/msuimage/msuandersen.JPG

[both-teams-played-hard]

Here's a couple that I sold, that I wish I still had:
Late 1950s-early 1960s University of South Carolina
http://img133.imageshack.us/img133/1358/sc6hg5.jpghttp://img386.imageshack.us/img386/6593/sc5jq1.jpg

Late 1950s University of Texas
http://img361.imageshack.us/img361/4856/tex2un3.jpghttp://img355.imageshack.us/img355/3531/tex4pd7.jpg

[halzeus]

Here's a couple that I sold, that I wish I still had:
Late 1950s-early 1960s University of South Carolina


Late 1950s University of Texas


Those are some real beauties! I can only hope to get some Michigan jerseys from that era.

[nyjetsfan14]

http://cgi.ebay.com/GAME-WORN-MARVIN-JONES-1992-FSU-ORANGE-BOWL-JERSEY_W0QQitemZ160258974578QQihZ006QQcategoryZ501 18QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

[grandpahoo]

A little late to the party on this thread, but I thought I'd add the jersey below. It's from Patrick Kerney's second year at UVA.

[grandpahoo]

These are the "away" pants for that same season (1996), autographed by Jamie Sharper.

[RKGIBSON]

Here are a few of my favorites:
1995 Ahman Green ( photo matched)
2003 Reggie Bush (photo matched to Cal game)
2005 Reggie Bush (directly from USC auction photo
matched to Washington game)
1997 Fred Taylor (photo matched to Arkansas game by repairs)
2004 Jason White (Letter from White, picture of White with jersey and game tape matched to Red River Classic vs Texas)

Roger

[casmith12]

Georgia Tech jerseys.

4 year starting QB Reggie Ball, 2003 ACC rookie of the year, team captain senior year. I have his senior year home jersey from 2006, captain's C with Gator Bowl patch. He was deemed academically ineligible and never played in the Gator Bowl, which was supposed to be his final game.

The jersey was worn in every home game, photomatched X1000. Several marks, hole repairs, etc.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y53/thegoalie/DSCF1556.jpg

http://www.thegooley.com/image/thumb/600-600/1004762.jpg






Tashard Choice, starting RB, 2007 All-ACC first team, holds several Tech rushing records. Here's his backup away jersey worn just once against rival University of GA on 11/26/2006. Tons of wear, including red marks from UGA helmets and two holes repaired by equipment staff. Photomatched. He rushed for 146 yards and scored the only Tech touchdown that game.

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y53/thegoalie/DSCF1558.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y53/thegoalie/79297025.jpg






Xavier McGuire, wide receiver, 2006 Gator Bowl patch, several marks including a very large hole that was patched and photomatched. (This is the jersey I wear to Tech games. The other ones never leave the wall)

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y53/thegoalie/DSCF1557.jpg

http://www.thegooley.com/image/thumb/600-600/1004771.jpg
Hi, i was wondering if you were intrested in selling the reggie ball jersey or trading it. if not, how did you get those awesome tech jerseys? thank you

[jobathenut]

CASMITH-I dont know if you are aware.But this post was made in 2008 and that member has not had one post since then.I know what they say about assumming.But i think that "THE GOALIE" and thier jerseys might be gone from this forum.I am only guessing.I mean they could just be not posting.They only had 11 posts to begin with and that means that they have been not posting for more than a year now.And thats a long time to be a active member on a forum and just reading and not posting.Just thought i would let you know that.:)
Hi, i was wondering if you were intrested in selling the reggie ball jersey or trading it. if not, how did you get those awesome tech jerseys? thank you

[casmith12]

CASMITH-I dont know if you are aware.But this post was made in 2008 and that member has not had one post since then.I know what they say about assumming.But i think that "THE GOALIE" and thier jerseys might be gone from this forum.I am only guessing.I mean they could just be not posting.They only had 11 posts to begin with and that means that they have been not posting for more than a year now.And thats a long time to be a active member on a forum and just reading and not posting.Just thought i would let you know that.:)
that is what i thought when i first posted, but i have always wanted a reggie ball jersey for some odd reason. thank you!

[UGA016]

Here are a Marcus Howard Signed Game jersey from the Infamous Filed rush VS Florida and a Caleb King Signed Away jersey.

[UGA016]

Marcus Howard GAMER

[UGA016]

Marcus Howard

[Firststringer]

Searching for member MCHMAJ. Cannot send you a PM. I have a question re your college collection. Please contact me if still a member of this forum. Thanks.

mistersmr (at) aol dot com

[chargeralaska]

Here is a 1986 UNC Aloha Bowl game used jersey from former NFL Player Reuben Davis I picked up recently. Thanks to Shane and Jeff for helping me acquire it.

http://i66.tinypic.com/2624d9d.jpg
http://i65.tinypic.com/2i204y9.jpg
http://i63.tinypic.com/23rps7b.jpg
http://i68.tinypic.com/2i1ctc.jpg
http://i65.tinypic.com/5xnzmg.jpg

[chargeralaska]

can a moderator please remove this post and my last one in here...i posted in a dead thread by accident