Used from 1947 until 1956, this is a logo of a college football team that plays in the Big Ten Conference, the Illinois Fighting Illini. The school’s program, which began play in 1890, has claimed 5 national championships and 15 Big Ten titles over the years. Although not a football power in recent years, Illinois boasts 6 Pro Football Hall of Famers among their alumni – George Halas, Red Grange, Shorty Ray, Dick Butkus, Ray Nitschke and Bobby Mitchell. Other notable pro players include Doug Dieken, Bill Brown, Jeff George, Tony Eason, Ernie McMillan, Ed O’Bradovich, Preston Pearson and Simeon Rice.