Concept Mascot Design: The Texas Tailgaters
These mascot designs are non-official concepts created independently as a creative exploration of how a character can amplify team identity and fan engagement. Each design was developed with performance, personality, and merchandise potential in mind — aiming to complement the team's energy while enhancing in-stadium entertainment and brand storytelling.
This concept work is not licensed by or affiliated with Fans First Entertainment or any associated teams or organizations. All team names, logos, fonts, and related brand elements remain the property of their respective owners. At the time these concepts were created, no official team mascot had been publicly announced, and the work was developed independently without access to or knowledge of any confidential or unreleased material. An official mascot was later revealed in March 2026; any similarities between these concepts and subsequently released designs are purely coincidental.
Primary Direction: Alligator
Big presence, bigger personality - an iconic Southern species built for instant stadium impact.
Alternate Concepts: Javelina and Horned Lizard
Height Comparison
Next Phase: Merchandise and Brand Applications (In Progress)
Planned explorations including youth and adult focused merchandise, simplified graphics for various applications, and design breakdowns. The Old Man Clyde design was selected to demonstrate product range.
Created on Procreate and Photoshop (2025-2026)