The practice of placing stickers on the back of helmets began in 1967 under Hall of Fame coach Woody Hayes, according to Ohio ...

There is a green dot on the back of certain players’ helmets during games — but what does it mean, and who wears it? The permutations and combinations in an NFL game are nearly infinite.

"According to folklore, the Buckeye resembles the eye of a deer and carrying one brings good luck. 'Buckeyes' has been the official Ohio State nickname since 1950, but it had been common use for many ...