Ohio State

Dotting the “I” in the word “Ohio” is world-famous tradition, which occurs after the Ohio State Marching Band spells out Ohio in script during pregame and at halftime. A fourth or fifth-year tuba player has the honor of dotting the “I.” As the drum major dots the “I,” he or she takes off the hat and bows to both sides of the stadium as the noise level reaches its climax.

Michigan State

The “Spartan,” commonly known as Sparty, is an iconic statue that represents Michigan State varsity athletics. Before its rival game, Michigan students have been known to paint the statue with blue and yellow. During recent years, it has become tradition for students and members of the marching band to guard the statue to prevent vandalism.

Iowa

Known as the number one tailgating destination in Iowa City, the Magic Bus is run by the Iowa City Rugby Football Club. Along with alcohol and music, it offers fans pregame entertainment for a relatively low cost. For fans that do not have a ticket, multiple televisions are set up for the game, according to its website.

Michigan

As the Michigan team is introduced at the “Big House,” the team runs out and jumps to touch the “Go Blue: M Club Supports You” banner while the marching band plays “The Victors,” the University of Michigan fight song. This tradition began during the 1962 season and has continued ever since.

Nebraska

The Tunnel Walk at Nebraska gives the fans the ability to share the excitement of the team as they make their way onto the field through HuskerVision, the video screen. Alan Parsons Project’s “Sirius” blasts through the speakers along with the roar of 85,000 fans, making the introduction an integral part of the game day experience.

Northwestern

The Wildcats throw a free fan fest before home games that offers something for every college fan. Capped off with appearances by the marching bands and athletes, interactive games with prizes to keep children occupied. For the adults, beer is served free compliments of Goose Island at the fest’s beer garden.

Rutgers

Sure, many teams have a pregame walk filed with fans, cheerleaders and members of the marching band. But what makes the “Scarlet Walk” different is that players touch “The First Game” statue prior to every home football game. Rutgers is notable for being the birthplace of college football, and the statue capture a moment in that game against Princeton.

Compiled by Darshan Patel