J.J. McCarthy Gets Rose Bowl-Inspired Air Jordans

Michigan Wolverines quarterback J.J. McCarthy receives custom Air Jordan cleats for the Rose Bowl.

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Every year, college football fans are treated to the beauty and majesty of the Rose Bowl. The warm weather, helmets adorned with rose decals, and high level of competition are a reminder of all that is great about "The Granddaddy of Them All."

With one week to go before the Michigan Wolverines take on the Alabama Crimson Tide, fans were treated to a sneak peek at the cleats J.J. McCarthy will wear on the field. The custom artist, 'Jada From The Block,' showed off the Air Jordan cleats she reimagined for the Wolverines quarterback. Check out her video below, and be sure to support her with a follow.

I hadn’t even put these on here yet but since they’ve been blowing up 😂

Rose Bowl Customs for @jjmccarthy09 🌹#jjmccarthy #michiganfootball #rosebowl pic.twitter.com/iBsAblHA4m

— Jada From The Block (@jada_theblock) December 24, 2023

Jada took a pair of McCarthy's player-exclusive Air Jordan 1 cleats and added roses to the back heel. She explained, "This is probably the simplest custom I've done in a while. It's funny how such a small detail can make the cleats that much more special."

The Wolverines are one of just ten NCAA football programs sponsored by Jordan Brand. The rare honor results in entire teams suiting up in the best footwear and apparel Jumpman has to offer.

McCarthy's navy and maize cleats will never be released to the public. However, online shoppers can use their cash and gift cards from the holidays to purchase Michigan's Jordan Brand gear on the Nike website. Stay locked into FanNationKicks.com for all your footwear news.

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