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Arvell Reese Becomes 11th Ohio State Freshman To Shed Black Stripe in 2023

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A move from linebacker to defensive end isn't the only change Arvell Reese has undergone this fall camp.

Tuesday the color of the stripe parting his helmet changed from black to scarlet, as the freshman shed his black stripe to "officially" become a member of Ohio State's team.



Welcome the newest member of the Brotherhood, @arvxll pic.twitter.com/U2Yfn7kQUo — Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) August 22, 2023

Reese is the 11th Ohio State true freshman to have his black stripe removed this offseason. He's the second freshman defensive lineman, joining defensive tackle Kayden McDonald, and third defensive lineman overall, with Ole Miss transfer Tywone Malone dropping his black stripe earlier in fall camp.