Joshua Mickens is now a member of The Brotherhood.
On Wednesday, the 6-foot-5, 236-pound defensive end became the 15th Ohio State freshman to shed his black stripe with the Buckeyes. He is also the first Ohio State player to earn the rite of passage since quarterback Lincoln Kienholz and defensive lineman Jason Moore added scarlet to their helmets on Sept. 28.
Newest member of the Rushmen, @JoshuaMickens7 pic.twitter.com/fDO7c0K8i8 — Ohio State Football (@OhioStateFB) October 11, 2023Mickens was the No. 144 overall prospect and No.