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LOOK: In-state LB, seventh Ohio State freshman loses black stripe this offseason
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It’s a tradition that is unique to Ohio State.
Losing your black stripe in Columbus is special. It means that you’re a true, official Buckeye. The tradition started in 2012 when Urban Meyer coach the program and has continued with Ryan Day in charge.
On Tuesday, LB Cade Stover, a Class of 2019 recruit, lost his black stripe and became the seventh member of his class to do so leading up to the 2019 season:
🚫▪️ He's been a playmaker during fall camp. @cstov8 got his stripe off today‼️#GoBucks #ToughLove pic.twitter.com/nur4vpfWaD
— Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) August 13, 2019
In order to lose your black stripe, a player has to impress coaches and prove that he belongs on the team. Stover, according to 247Sports, is a 4-star prospect and the No. 114 player overall regardless of position.
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The entire 2019 Buckeye recruiting class can be seen here.
Kevin covers Big Ten football for Saturday Tradition.