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.

After Porter signed with the Buckeyes, Ohio State head coach Ryan Day raved about ... as the fastest members of their class to shed their black stripe.

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Klare is making progress towards that goal. On the Monday after Ohio State's eighth spring practice, Klare had his black stripe removed, officially welcoming him into the Buckeye Brotherhood.