🌄 21–30: Colors of the Heartland and Beyond

21. Indiana University — Cream & Crimson

A rare combination in college sports — elegant and historic.

22. University of Colorado Boulder — Black & Gold

A rugged, mountain‑strong palette.

23. University of Kansas — Crimson & Blue

A classic pairing with deep roots in the school’s founding.

24. University of Kentucky — Blue & White

A crisp, clean blue that dominates the state.

25. University of Oklahoma — Crimson & Cream

Warm, traditional, and deeply tied to Sooner identity.

26. University of Missouri — Black & Gold

A fierce, tiger‑striped combination.

27. Iowa State University — Cardinal & Gold

Bright, bold, and unmistakably Cyclone.

28. University of Iowa — Black & Gold

One of the most iconic palettes in the Midwest.

29. University of Nebraska–Lincoln — Scarlet & Cream

A softer, more traditional take on red and white.

30. University of Cincinnati — Red & Black

A sharp, modern pairing that fits the city’s energy.