The Ohio buckeye is a characteristic tree of our state’s native landscape, with interesting seasonal growth patterns and ties ...

In short, these white and dark green decals depict a buckeye leaf. Each buckeye sticker is awarded to players for "big plays and consistency on the field," the university says on its website.

The stickers on Ohio State football helmets are Buckeye leaf stickers, and they serve as a tradition and a symbol of achievement for the players. This practice began in 1968, introduced by head ...