In a playful twist on college football, a recent ranking has stirred conversation about the “sexiest” mascots in Division I sports. The list, created by BetUS, a site dedicated to football betting, evaluates 149 mascots based on a combination of appearance, personality, confidence, and presence. The initiative aims to elevate mascots from mere sideline entertainers to celebrated figures worthy of recognition.
The rankings included various teams from across conferences, with some institutions featured more than once. Notably, the University of South Alabama Jaguars saw both their male and female mascots, SouthPaw and Miss Pawla, make it into the Top 10, earning accolades as an adorable couple. The poll not only highlights uniqueness but serves as a nod to the essential role that mascots play in college football culture.
The methodologies employed in gathering data resemble recruitment strategies used by coaches when scouting players. BetUS detailed how factors like personality traits and the Mascot Golden Ratio—which utilizes principles of color theory—contributed to discerning what makes a mascot truly distinctive. They also considered search volume and social media following to round out the evaluation.
Here are the Top 10 mascots deemed as the “Hotties for Heisman”:
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1. Cocky – South Carolina Gamecocks
2. Miss Pawla – South Alabama Jaguars
3. SouthPaw – South Alabama Jaguars
4. Scarlet – Arkansas State Red Wolves
5. Raider Red – Texas Tech Raiders
6. Howl – Arkansas State Red Wolves
7. The Bearcat – Cincinnati Bearcats
8. Louie the Cardinal – Louisville Cardinals
9. Hairy Dawg – Georgia Bulldogs
10. Victor E. Huskie – Northern Illinois Huskies
Additionally, several mascots from Alabama made the list, though opinions differ on their placements. Big Al, the University of Alabama Crimson Tide’s beloved elephant mascot, secured the No. 16 position. A prominent figure at both charitable and university events, Big Al has been nominated for the Mascot Hall of Fame in 2024 and 2025.
Aubie the Tiger from Auburn University, known for his vibrant personality and numerous accolades—including 11 national mascot championships—was listed at No. 88. Meanwhile, Blaze the Dragon from the University of Alabama at Birmingham rounded out the Alabama representatives in the rankings at No. 131, known for his charming presence and recognizable visage throughout Birmingham.
Such rankings, while entertaining and perhaps unscientific, have ignited discussions among fans. BetUS encourages feedback on their assessments, inviting opinions from the public to weigh in on this lighthearted homage to college football mascots.
