College football faces debate over sponsorship patch deals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 8:29 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The college football community is reacting to the increasing presence of sponsorship patches on uniforms, highlighted by recent deals worth $17 million and $18 million for Ohio State and Notre Dame, respectively. These agreements have raised questions about the appropriateness of patches in college sports. Historically, design elements in uniforms have been divisive, with traditional programs often critical of more innovative designs. Responses to a poll indicate varied opinions on the acceptance of such sponsorships, as fans weigh their aesthetics against potential financial benefits for athletic programs.
- •Ohio State and Notre Dame have announced sponsorship deals for patches.
- •Ohio State's patch deal is valued at $17 million.
- •Notre Dame's patch deal is valued at $18 million.
- •Polls indicate a range of opinions on patch deals among college football fans.
- •Historically, uniform design has been a contentious issue in college football.
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