Those crazy characters dancing on football sidelines have no better job security than the rest of us. Mascots across the country are being replaced for various reasons.

Among the latest: Suggestions for a new mascot at The College of William and Mary in Virginia include this vegetable. The college retired its unofficial mascot a few years back.

Recent swaps: Colleges in Louisiana and Massachusetts have made their decisions about their new mascots.

The highest turnover: Many schools are moving away from Native American stereotypes. The National College Athletic Association pushed the University of North Dakota to retire its "Fighting Sioux," and they reached an interesting compromise.

Getting along: At least one college mascot and a Native American tribe have a positive relationship.

Ole Missing mascot:This mascot has been benched.

Part of a crowd: Eagles and tigers are among the most popular college mascots. What is the most unusual?

Support your mascot: How about showing your college spirit with your Halloween costume? Search mascot photos for inspiration.

Mascots gone wild: Sometimes mascots get way more involved in the game than they expected. See mascot bloopers.

Unmask the mascot: Test your college mascot knowledge.