Well, the talk about Ohio State wearing some of kind of “alternate uniform” wasn’t an internet rumor after all.

Somewhat shockingly, the Buckeyes will in fact wear a new uniform – one that supposedly will have more gray/silver in the design – for their game against rival Michigan on Nov. 21.

According to former OSU player Brandon Smith, here is what the new digs will look like.

Hey, I think it’s a sharp look, I’m just not down with messing with tradition for the UM game. I hate when the NFL teams wear their ridiculous throwback uniforms (with very few exceptions). Not that OSU will be wearing a "throwback" uniform of any sort; it looks more like a throw-forward. I'm just saying I prefer football teams to pick one home uniform, one road uniform and stick with it. Who is Ohio State trying to copy? Oregon? (Copy their offense, not their propensity to change uniforms ... and often to ugly ones.)

If OSU wanted to unveil some type of one-time-only alternate road uniform, do it at Minnesota next year when you play in their new stadium for the first time. Don’t do it against Michigan.

Anyway, hot off the press, here is the official statement released by OSU athletic director Gene Smith Wednesday evening:

“During spring, 2009, Ohio State was invited by Nike to participate in its Rivalry uniform program with several other universities from around the nation. They offered us a chance to try a new uniform product featuring cutting-edge fabrics and technology; participation in the program also offered us a one-time opportunity to salute one of those great championship teams that have built the Ohio State football tradition.

“Our coaches and players were excited to see the different elements Nike presented in the prototype designs and samples. The uniform elements are still in production, and we are extremely eager to see the finished product when it arrives.

“For this special program, we chose to recognize the achievements of our undefeated 1954 national championship team, winning the Big Ten title outright before capturing a Rose Bowl victory. These great Buckeyes celebrated their 55th anniversary with us at the Minnesota game, and this is another way for us to pay homage to their stellar achievements.

“Our fans will be able to get the first look at these unique uniforms on Sunday, Nov. 15, when we will share photos of the finished product on our website OhioStateBuckeyes.com. Fans can also take a look at the actual uniform up close that week in our official Team Shop in the Schottenstein Center. And our team will wear these custom designs when the Buckeyes take the field Nov. 21 up north in Ann Arbor.

“Again, this is a one-time opportunity to honor a great championship team. We have no plans to make any changes to the traditional Buckeye uniform for the foreseeable future.”