EDITOR’S NOTE

…WOW.

So, y'all showed UP in the comments and DMs for our Spring Preview last week. Appreciate the kind words (and, love all the suggestions for this fall’s class!!!).

And look, I've said it before—this platform isn't just about drooling over Logo 7 hats (though, I’m happy to do that at any time you’d like). Gameday Grails is also about spotlighting the visionaries crafting tomorrow's Starter Jackets and Champion reverse weaves. Lowkey? The next Salem Sportswear is probably being designed in some garage right now.

We’ll be rolling out Q&A’s with the Spring 2025 class, so stay tuned for those.

Speaking of future classics, in today’s newsletter, we're diving into our current frontrunner for collab of the year: The Jacksonville Jaguars x 89 Los Originals.

Absolute fire. I’m so excited for you to read this week’s issue!!!! In the meantime, do me a solid: If you like this thing, can you share it with one person you think would enjoy?

As always, let’s have some fun out there.

THIS WEEK’S GRAILS

Every week, we dive deep into eBay to bring you curated links to rare vintage sportswear at “cop this NOW!” prices

This week: To get ready for the season, here’s some vintage WNBA gems.

Vintage WNBA Windbreaker (Size L) - The holy grail of W outerwear with that original logo hit

Vintage Champion Washington Mystics Shooting Shirt (Size S) - Ok, at some point we’ll get a retro version of the Mystics OG jerseys. Until then, grab whatever you can.

OG Phoenix Mercury Warm Up Shooting Shirt (Women’s XL) - Still has the tag on it!!!!!!!!

Chicago Sky Elena Delle Donne jersey (Size M) - This jersey is from the recently retired Delle Donne’s first MVP season. Did you know she’s the only player to win the award with two different teams?

HOMEFIELD HEATER OF THE WEEK

We don’t pit mascots against each other enough. Let’s change that.

CLASH OF THE CARDINALS

In one corner…Louisville’s Louie is stalking the yard with that “don’t test me” beak. Across the ring, Iowa State’s Cy is flexing like he’ll fight your whole family reunion. Two underrated mascots, one feather-flying brawl—pick your champ!

🐔 WHO YA GOT?

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Snag your first tee (or hoodie, or crew) for 15 % off with code GRAILS15—because great fits > student loan payments.

GOOD NOSTALGIA VS. BAD NOSTALGIA: DUUUUUVALLLL EDITION

"We Got It Out the Mud": How Carlos Foster Turned Teal Nostalgia Into Jacksonville's Most Authentic Collab

Picture this: The Jacksonville Jaguars—a team whose recent uniforms have been blah, to put it kindly—finally embraces their cultural roots by tapping hometown hero Carlos Foster of 89 Los Originals. For the last 8 months, theyve been dropping a teal-tinted series of individual capsule collections harkening back to the early days of the franchise and the culture it built along the way.

Be clear: This isn't just another cynical cash grab collab. This is what happens when a franchise actually listens to the streets that supported them since '95. We caught up with Carlos to talk about growing up in Brunell's shadow, why southern short sets deserve more respect, and how Duval's swagger was always there—it just needed someone to stitch it into reality.

This is what happens when hometown heroes actually get the keys to the kingdom.

For people who don't know — who is Carlos Foster?

I'm Carlos Foster, designer and founder of 89 Los Originals. I grew up on the East Side of Jacksonville, Duval County. Literally walking distance from the Jaguars stadium — we always say the stadium is in our backyard. I grew up with a passion for sneakers and clothing, looking up to the styles of Martin, Will Smith, Dwayne and Ron from A Different World, Kriss Kross...and of course, Michael Jordan. That early influence shaped how I saw fashion — as a way to express who you are.

You're basically creating from the shadow of the stadium. Was collaborating with the Jags always the dream?

The Jags have been part of our DNA since day one. Before them, we had the Gator Bowl for big football games, but when the Jags came — the city turned up. From the team colors to the players like Fred Taylor, Keenan McCardell, Jimmy Smith, and Mark Brunell...it felt different. We even came this close to the Super Bowl one year. I wanted to bring that feeling back — that energy, that pride. With my vintage urban style, the timing was perfect. 89 Los Originals did that.

The Jags have had some, let's say, interesting uniform choices over the years. Talk to us about Duval's relationship with the team's aesthetic.

(laughs) Man, it's hype. It's passion. The Jags gave the city something of our own to rally behind. It wasn't just football — it was style, it was swagger. We stood out from the jump, from the colors to the players' personalities. That energy is still here — it just needed a fresh spark.

The corduroy short set is absolutely insane. Break down the references for the true collectors out there.

The corduroy short set pays homage to EPMD's Unfinished Business album cover.— y'all don't know but short sets are a southern staple, I feel like I perfected them here.

And for the pullover, the shoot was inspired by Love Jones — Nia Long and Larenz Tate.

I wanted the visuals to feel nostalgic but real — like something you'd actually have seen growing up here.

The Jags just drafted dual-threat Heisman winner Travis Hunter after trading up for him. Are you gonna send him some gear?

It’s funny you should ask that! His people were just here picking some stuff up. Man, the whole city excited. We’re gonna make sure he feels right at home.

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FROM THE VAULT

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