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It’s so awesome to see Ginn Sr still out here changing lives for young men. These types of quotes were mirrored 20 years ago from guys like Troy Smith.
I had Ginn Sr sign an Ohio State hat back in 05. It’s something I cherish like I do the bigger autographs.
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Skull Session: Arvell Reese’s Favorite Ohio State Memory is Losing His Black Stripe, Tyrann Mathieu Picks Caleb Downs to Win NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year
Arvell Reese's favorite Ohio State memory is losing his black stripe, and Tyrann Mathieu adamantly picks Caleb Downs to win NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.
“IT’S TRADITION THERE.” Arvell Reese’s favorite Ohio State memory was one of his first.
In behind-the-scenes footage of Reese’s pre-draft interview with the New York Giants — the team that selected him No. 5 overall in the 2026 NFL draft — the franchise asked him to share the highlight of his college career.
“Losing my black stripe,” Reese answered. “It’s a tradition there. That’s when you get fully accepted into the team, like earn your way on the team.”
Reese told the Giants he arrived on campus in the summer after graduating from Glenville High School. His first practice with the Buckeyes was on Aug. 2. He lost his black stripe on Aug. 18.
“That wasn’t long,” Giants coach John [REDACTED] said. “What’d you do?”
“Just playing hard and fast,” Reese replied.
When I spoke with Reese at Ohio State’s pro day, he said that’s exactly how he wants to play at the next level.
“Being violent. Think violently,” Reese said. “You just got to do it. That’s just what will be on my mind. Just be physical. I think everything that’s happened at Ohio State has prepared me for this moment.”
Translation: Developed Here.
Just sayin': I would have thought winning a Natty (or maybe even improving on his academics*) would have been his favorite memory here.
* Based on reports surrounding the 2026 NFL Draft, Arvell Reese did not technically graduate from Ohio State before leaving for the NFL, though he was in good academic standing and planned to complete his degree.
Key Details regarding Arvell Reese's Academic Journey:
- Academic Turnaround: Reese overcame a reported 0.4 GPA in high school to achieve a 3.7 GPA while at Ohio State.
- Status at OSU: He was a two-time OSU Scholar-Athlete and earned Academic All-Big Ten honors in 2023 and 2024, majoring in human development and family science.
- Draft Status: He was selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft by the New York Giants as a junior after a three-year career at OSU.
- Graduation Plans: Reports indicate that while he left early for the draft, he planned to finish his degree in the offseason.
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