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Even after winning a national title, Ohio State entered this season with a chip on its shoulder and something to prove. Can it repeat?
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Even as the Ohio State defense gave up the most points it had given up all season (17), it certainly wasn’t their fault that the season ended two games short of a national championship. Rather, on an offense with a Heisman Trophy finalist at quarterback and two of the game’s best receivers, it was the offense that doomed them.
Miami's CFP win over Ohio State featured stellar performances from big-name players who are destined for NFL stardom.
Ohio State star safety Caleb Downs is likely one of those players who just played his final Ohio State game. He's a potential top-10 pick in the 2026 NFL draft, if he declares. After the game, when asked about Downs likely playing his final game at Ohio State, Day was nostalgic.
Ohio State coach Ryan Day reflected on Caleb Downs' impact after their Cotton Bowl loss, particularly praising his leadership.
The Ohio State Buckeyes weren't just unable to defend their national championship, they didn't even win a game in the College Football Playoff. The New Year's E
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The Cincinnati Bengals sent at least one staff member to the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the Capital One Orange Bowl, in which Oregon shut out Texas Tech, 23-0. Oregon dominated on both sides of the ball and got its revenge after losing to Ohio State in last year's Quarterfinal as the
Entering the New Year’s Eve matchup with the Miami Hurricanes in the College Football Playoff, Ohio State safety Caleb Downs is a viable contender to be the top