Adidas, Nike Bid on University of Michigan Apparel Deal

Adidas and Nike last week bid on the University of Michigan's apparel contract, one of the most coveted in collegiate sports. An Adidas spokesman confirmed its bid, which included a giant banner welcoming Michigan representatives to the company's North American headquarters in Portland, Ore.

Not to be outdone, Nike painted a field at the center of its Washington County campus to resemble Michigan's football field. The company also hung a building-sized banner on its recreation center with Michigan's "Go Blue" slogan.