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Caleb Downs wins Lott IMPACT Trophy, Ohio State Buckeyes secure Cotton Bowl spot; mixed results in basketball, major recruiting win with Chris Henry Junior signing.

Amidst Ohio States loss, Brian Hartlines new role at USF sparks controversy. Despite coaching Sayin to Heisman contention, critics call for his dismissal. Hartlines USF agreement included a clause to stay with Ohio State in playoff contention.

Ohio State Buckeyes, after securing a bye into the College Football Playoff quarterfinals, faced a crucial decision: the Cotton Bowl or the Orange Bowl. The committee, led by Hunter Yurachek, chose the Cotton Bowl to avoid a potential home-field advantage for Miami in the Orange Bowl. However, if Texas A&M wins their first-round game, the Cotton Bowl could see a large number of Aggie fans, making it a challenging neutral site for the Buckeyes quarterfinal matchup.

Ohio State Buckeyes suffer unexpected loss in Big Ten Championship, marking a significant shift in their season. Despite earlier victories, including a rivalry win over Michigan, the team faces challenges following the departure of key coach Brian Hartline. The loss to Indiana was influenced by critical moments, leaving the Buckeyes and fans to reflect and regroup as they look ahead.

Buckeyes Football Secures Cotton Bowl Spot, Basketball Secures Victories; Chris Henry Junior Joins Ohio State Football

College football playoff predictions see Oklahoma, Miami, and James Madison facing off in the first round, with Oklahoma and Miami expected to win. In the quarterfinals, Ohio State and Indiana are predicted to advance, with Ohio State and Indiana set to meet in the semifinals. Texas Tech is expected to defeat Indiana, while Ohio State is predicted to win against Georgia. The championship game is forecasted to be a defensive battle, with Texas Tech securing a narrow victory over Ohio State to claim the national title.

Ohio State secures the number two seed in the College Football Playoff, earning a first-round bye and setting up a potential rematch with Indiana for the national title. The Buckeyes and Hoosiers, currently tied as favorites, need to win two games to reach Hard Rock Stadium. Ohio State faces Miami or Texas A&M in the Cotton Bowl, while Indiana takes on Alabama or Oklahoma. A national championship rematch between these Big Ten rivals is a thrilling possibility.

Ohio States College Football Playoff run begins after a tough loss, securing the number two spot due to a statistical edge over Georgia. The Cotton Bowl placement ensures a fair playing field for all teams in the later stages of the playoff.