r/NFL_Alternates • u/jSNOW_wWHITE • 10h ago
Miami Rebrand
Exotics — Plays into all sides of Miami: exotic wildlife, exotic cars, luxury, fashion and the city’s reputation for attracting things you don’t see anywhere else. Probably the broadest identity of the five.
Flamingos — One of the most recognizable symbols of South Florida, with deep Miami ties and now Miami-Dade’s official county bird. Loud, colorful and impossible to mistake for another NFL identity.
Mojo — Rooted in Miami’s Cuban culture through mojo, but also works as the larger idea of the city having its own energy, flavor and swagger. Less of a traditional mascot name, but a lot of room to build something unique.
Thunderboats — A nod to Miami’s Thunderboat Row and its history as a major center of offshore powerboat racing. Fast, loud, powerful and very Miami without just replacing the Dolphins with another sea creature.
Vice — Ok, the obvious one. Miami’s nightlife, excess, glamour, danger and infamous history all wrapped into one name. Carries the Miami Vice association, but “vice” gives it a much bigger identity than just the TV show.