Idaho Vandals Debut Spud-Themed Helmets for Home Opener

The University of Idaho Vandals football team is embracing its state’s agricultural heritage with the debut of unique “Fightin’ Taters” helmets for their 2025 home opener against St. Thomas. Created in partnership with The Field Rush and sponsored by the Idaho Potato Commission, the all-black helmets prominently feature potato-themed graphics celebrating Idaho’s iconic crop. The game day experience will also include the Idaho Potato Commission’s 70-foot Big Potato Truck and mascot Spuddy Buddy, enhancing the potato-themed festivities for fans. This collaboration marks a distinctive branding effort to connect the team’s identity with local pride and tradition, as Idaho looks to rally after a narrow loss in their season opener. The initiative has quickly gone viral on social media, with merchandise like Fightin’ Taters t-shirts becoming available to fans. University representatives and The Field Rush expressed excitement about this unprecedented partnership that highlights Idaho’s roots in a fun and authentic manner.