Navy Football unveils “Donald Duck Heritage” pants-less uniforms for Army/Navy
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – Ahead of the annual Army-Navy game, Navy Football has unveiled their custom 2019 game uniforms. The uniforms are Donald Duck themed and come complete with a custom helmet, receiver gloves, and a new jersey—but no pants.
For the past several seasons Army and Navy have each released custom uniforms honoring individuals or units important to their respective service’s heritage. Naval Academy Superintendent Vice Admiral Sean Buck explained that he feels the new uniforms carry on that tradition.
“While Donald is not technically a Navy Grad, his short temper, impotent rage, and desire to have sex with a duck are in keeping with the noblest traditions of the Naval Academy and represent something all Navy grads can aspire toward,” Buck said.
Skeptics speculate that the uniforms are less about heritage and more about capitalizing on the popularity of the new Disney+ streaming service and an attempt to draw in new viewers to the game. Viewership has been in decline for the annual …
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