Two Ohio State football transfers, safety Terry Moore and tight end Hunter Welcing, have shed their black stripes, signifying their integration into the team. Moore, a former Duke player, recorded impressive stats in 2024, while Welcing brings six years of experience from Northwestern.
Spring practice churns on for the Ohio State football team as the Buckeyes prepare to make another title run in the fall. With 51 new players added to the roster this past winter, Ryan Day and the coaching staff have a great deal of work to do to get everyone acclimated to the culture and style of play. Earlier this week, two more players took another step towards helping this team reach its goals next season by shedding their black stripes.
First up, safety Terry Moore becomes the newest member of BIA. Moore made his way to Columbus from the transfer portal out of Duke. Although he missed the entire 2025 season with an ACL tear, the Blue Devil defensive back broke out in 2024, where he recorded 71 tackles, seven tackles for loss, four interceptions, six pass breakups, two forced fumbles, and a sack. The stats were good enough to earn him second-team All-ACC honors. Moore is a redshirt senior and is battling with Leroy Roker III for a starting spot in the secondary.
The next player welcomed to the Brotherhood was transfer tight end Hunter Welcing. Another seasoned veteran, Welcing brings a great deal of experience after spending six seasons with Northwestern. This was another move that doesn't look all that flashy on paper, but Welcing is the type of tight end Ryan Day loves in his offense. Essentially, an extra offensive lineman who can sneak out into the flats with a great set of hands as a check-down for the quarterback. In 2026, Welcing earned All-Big Ten honorable mention while hauling in 28 receptions for 296 yards and two touchdowns.
The duo makes twelve players to be officially welcomed to the Brotherhood by losing their black stripe. There will be more to come, and we'll fill you in as they happen.
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Terry Moore recorded 71 tackles, seven tackles for loss, four interceptions, six pass breakups, two forced fumbles, and a sack during the 2024 season.
Twelve players have officially shed their black stripes and been welcomed into the Brotherhood at Ohio State this season.
Hunter Welcing is a tight end known for his blocking abilities and catching skills, serving as a reliable check-down option for the quarterback.
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