COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State football has a tradition dating back to Urban Meyer’s tenure as head coach. When a newcomer joins the program, a black stripe is placed on their helmet.

He also became the third midyear enrollee to shed his black stripe this spring, following Klare and freshman wide receiver Quincy Porter. O Block is adding a force to be wreckin with up front ...

— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) April 8, 2025 "We got a black stripe alert," Scarlet and Gray director of player development C.J. Barnett announced to the team after Tuesday's practice.

One of the biggest off-season acquisitions from the transfer portal has lost his black stripe. In building a new offensive line, Ohio State looked to the portal for linemen who could dominate in ...

— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) April 5, 2025 "We've got a black stripe alert," Scarlet and Gray director of player development C.J. Barnett announced to the team after the scrimmage.

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Ohio State A projected Ohio State starter has lost his black stripe Updated: Apr. 08, 2025, 2:49 p.m. | Published: Apr. 08, 2025, 2:15 p.m.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The first freshman to lose his black stripe for Ohio State football is a receiver... again. Quincy Porter had his black stripe removed after Saturday’s practice. Carnell Tate ...

Porter is the first freshman to shed his black stripe and the fifth Ohio State newcomer overall. There will undoubtedly be more from now, through the "Spring Game," and beyond. We'll keep track of ...

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One of the biggest off-season acquisitions from the transfer portal has lost his black stripe. In building a new offensive line, Ohio State looked to the portal for linemen who could dominate in the ...