During the start of the show, Ohio State’s mascot, Brutus Buckeye, made a special appearance with gifts for Peter, which undoubtedly drew some smiles. Herbstreit, an Ohio State alum who played ...

This tradition started in 1967 when Woody Hayes and longtime trainer Ernie Biggs changed the look of the Ohio State uniforms." The nickname is also used for the team's mascot, Brutus Buckeye ...