Will Howard, who never defeated Texas while quarterbacking for the Kansas State Wildcats, led the Ohio State Buckeyes to a thrilling 28-14 victory over the Longhorns in the Cotton Bowl at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Friday. This victory earned the Buckeyes a spot in the national championship game.
Howard, having transferred to Ohio State, continued his dream senior season by throwing for 289 yards and a touchdown in the game. During the televised Cotton Bowl Trophy presentation, Howard expressed his gratitude and enthusiasm, saying, “I love this place. I’m so glad I decided to come here. I’m just blessed. This is unbelievable.”
Ohio State’s resurgence, especially after a regular-season loss to rival Michigan, has been remarkable. The Buckeyes have played like the top team in the country throughout the College Football Playoff, with Howard playing a significant role in their success.
