A Look at Western Kentucky’s Helmets With Mascot Big Red in Unique Poses for Different Position Groups

Western Kentucky faced Liberty on ESPNU on Tuesday night, but the action wasn’t just all football. The WKU Hilltoppers’ helmets were the talk of social media. These were not your traditional helmets, but ones that were unique to each position group. Big Red, the Hilltoppers mascot was in a variety of poses on helmet decals depending on the position of the player. Let’s take a closer look at the much-talked-about Hilltopper helmet decals.

Western Kentucky’s Hilltoppers have never been ones for the mundane. Their mascot, Big Red, doesn’t just stand by cheering, he’s also donning different poses for each position groups’ helmets.

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Quarterbacks

Big Red seems to be channeling his inner commander, pointing forward as if directing a game-winning drive. Perhaps he’s saying, “Follow me to the endzone!”

Running Backs

Our plump mascot is in the Heisman Trophy pose as he is set to stiff-arm a defender. With arms flailing backward and a determined gaze, Big Red appears ready to dash through defenses, embodying the spirit of a speedy running back and a Stiff Arm Trophy winner.

Wide Receivers

Flaunting a dynamic jump, Big Red might just be imagining himself catching a Hail Mary pass. Those outstretched arms? Clearly ready for a touchdown dance.

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Linemen

Sturdily grounded with a fierce stance, Big Red mirrors the linemen’s tenacity. He seems ready to defend his quarterback or bulldoze a path for his running back.

Linebackers

With a combative pose, it looks like Big Red is ready to tackle anyone coming his way. He’s the embodiment of a linebacker’s spirit – always on the prowl and alert.

Defensive Backs

Our mascot turns into a ninja, as he waves to signal an incomplete pass with the ball on the ground. Big Red looks like he has gotten away with a pivotal pass interference call and he’s very pleased with the result. Go Big Red!

Specialists

Here, Big Red is ready to punt the ball. He may be built like Mizzou kicker Harrison Mevis, but make no mistake, Big Red can kick from 60 and punt the ball into orbit.