Rose Bowl quarterfinal for the CFP
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Who:
No. 1 Oregon Ducks (13-0) vs. No. 8 Ohio State (11-2)
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When:
Wednesday, Jan. 1
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Time:
2 p.m. PT
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Where:
Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California
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TV channel:
ESPN
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Near the end of the Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Tennessee Volunteers CFP game in Columbus on Saturday, December 21, 2024, Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day breaks into a rare smile. The Buckeyes defeated Oregon 42–17 and will now play Oregon in the Rose Bowl.Petkiewicz, David, cleveland.com
This season, Ohio State:
Ohio State’s devastating loss to Michigan at the end of their 10-2 regular season prevented them from playing in the Big Ten title game. But three weeks later, the Buckeyes bounced back and punched their Rose Bowl ticket by thrashing No. 9 seed Tennessee. When playing at its best, OSU is one of the most talented teams in the nation and a real contender for the national championship.
One of the best quarterbacks this season, Will Howard is accurate, efficient, and surrounded by teammates with exceptional skill. Quinshon Judkins and TreVeyon Henderson may be the best running back combination in the league. The top college football receiver is Jeremiah Smith. All three levels of a top 10 defense have future NFL players.
Even though Tennessee was unable to capitalize, Oregon have the talent to do so, and Ohio State’s offensive line is hindered by injuries. Over the previous two seasons, no team has outscored the Ducks in both yards and points when playing the Buckeyes. Toe to toe, few have the firepower. UO has already demonstrated that it does.
On Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio, Ohio State quarterback Will Howard searches for an open receiver against Michigan during the first half of an NCAA college football game. (Photo by Jay LaPrete/AP)Jay LaPrete/AP Photo
Impact player: Will Howard, quarterback
Howard has scored 29 touchdowns and thrown nine interceptions, ranking third in the country in accuracy (73.2%) and efficiency (173.5). He can prolong plays with his legs to make the receiving corps even more dangerous, and he has seven running TDs.
TreVeyon Henderson, 32, of the Ohio State Buckeyes, reacts after sliding with a large field in front of him during the first half of Saturday, November 9, 2024, college football play between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Purdue Boilermakers in Columbus. 45-0 was the Buckeyes’ victory.Petkiewicz, David, cleveland.com
Player with an impact: TreVeyon Henderson, RB
In the first encounter with Oregon, Henderson had 10 carries for 87 yards, including a 53-yarder. Because of the shared workload, he hasn’t had a 100-yard game this season, but he is averaging more than seven yards per run.
On Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio, Ohio State running back Quinshon Judkins celebrates a first down versus Michigan during the first half of an NCAA college football game.Jay LaPrete/AP Photo
Quinshon Judkins, RB, is an influential player.
Judkins leads OSU for the season with 839 yards and 10 touchdowns. But only twice in the last eight games has he surpassed 50 yards.
On Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio, Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith plays in an NCAA college football game versus Indiana.Jay LaPrete/AP Photo
Impact player: Jeremiah Smith, wide receiver
With 63 receptions for 1,037 yards, 12 touchdowns, and a running score, Smith is the nation’s top receiver. Against Oregon, he had one of his four 100-yard performances this season. He is a generational talent that few can contain.
On Saturday, November 5, 2022, in Evanston, Illinois, Ohio State wide receiver Emeka Egbuka reacts following a touchdown versus Northwestern in the first half of an NCAA college football game. (Photo by Nam Y. Huh/AP)OSU
Player with an impact: WR Emeka Egbuka
With 65 catches for 824 yards and nine touchdowns, Egbuka is a dangerous player in his own right. Against the Ducks, he recorded a season-high 10 catches.
In the second half of Saturday, November 30, 2024,’s college football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Michigan Wolverines in Columbus, Buckeyes defensive end Jack Sawyer (33) intercepts a pass in the end zone on a throw meant for Wolverines tight end Hogan Hansen (80). 13–10, Michigan pulled off the shock.Petkiewicz, David, cleveland.com
DE is an impact player. Sawyer, Jack
With 51 tackles, six sacks, one interception, two pass breakups, and two forced fumbles, the defensive captain leads the team.
On Saturday, September 28, 2024, in East Lansing, Michigan, Ohio State defensive end JT Tuimoloau warms up prior to a game versus Michigan State in the NCAA college football tournament. (Photo by Al Goldis/AP)(Photo by Al Goldis/AP)
Player with an impact: DE JT Tuimoloau
Tuimoloau is one of the Big Ten’s most disruptive defenders, recording 46 tackles (14 for loss), eight sacks, two pass breakups, and two forced fumbles. While playing Tennessee, he recorded two sacks.
Caleb Downs (2) of Ohio State plays against Marshall on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio, during an NCAA football game.Photo by Gregory Payan/AP
Player with an impact: S. Caleb Downs
With 69 tackles (6.5 for loss), an interception, and three pass breakups, Downs is among the nation’s best defensive backs.
Were you aware?
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Of Ohio State s last 12 losses, dating back to 2017, it has lost the rushing and turnover battles in seven of those games, including twice to Oregon. OSU lost the rushing battle in four of the other losses and the turnover battle in the lone other loss it won the rushing battle.
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Ohio State is making its fourth College Football Playoff appearance since 2019. No other school has been to four of the last six CFPs.
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Ohio State is 4-4 all-time in CFP games but has never played a CFP game at the Rose Bowl.
Level of threat (from lowest to highest): 5
It’s all anyone might hope for in a Rose Bowl playoff game. This year’s matchup is unfortunate since it takes place in a quarterfinal when it could easily be a national championship contest. These two squads are probably the best in the nation. Due to the abundance of talent on both sides, the offenses defeated the defenders the first time out and will probably do so again. Compared to the first game, Oregon should have a greater advantage against Ohio State’s offensive line if the injury issues stay the same. However, the Ducks are as evenly matched as any opponent this season.
Early forecast: Ohio State 28, Oregon 31,
Reading before the game:
Turning around Oregon’s journey to the College Football Playoffs
Oregon’s victory over Ohio State is still problematic. Will Howard was enraged at the Buckeye defense.
In the Rose Bowl, Oregon begins as a small underdog against Ohio State.
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