Ohio State Black Stripe Alert! Offensive lineman sheds black stripe
Four-star freshman offensive lineman Max Riley has lost his black stripe and been officially welcomed to the Ohio State 'Brotherhood.'
In the midst of the ongoing football season, Ohio State has issued a "Black Stripe Alert." Freshman offensive lineman Max Riley has been officially welcomed into the Ohio State Brotherhood following the removal of his black stripe. Originating from Avon Lake, Ohio, Riley was considered a highly touted prospect, ranked as the 168th player nationally and the 9th interior offensive lineman in the 2026 class.
He was one of the earliest recruits to Ohio State, committing to the team early in 2025 as he was a top priority for head coach Ryan Day and offensive coordinator Tyler Bowen. During his introduction by Director of Player Development C.J. Barnett, Riley expressed his gratitude to his faith, teammates, coaches, and support staff, recognizing the blessing of being part of the Ohio State community.
He acknowledged the dedication of the offensive line, coaches, and various departments, emphasizing the team spirit. Riley's actions mark him as the fourth freshman to shed his black stripe during the season, following Cincere Johnson, DeShawn Steward, and Braxton Rembert. The Ohio State Football account shared the news, highlighting Riley's commitment to the team and his place among the Buckeyes.
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