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Ohio State Crushes Oregon 41-21 in Rose Bowl, Advances to CFP Semifinals Led by Howard and Smith

Jan 2, 2025, 01:30 AM

Ohio State secured a commanding 41-21 victory over top-seeded Oregon in the Rose Bowl, advancing to the College Football Playoff semifinals. The No. 6 Buckeyes, led by quarterback Will Howard, who threw for 319 yards and three touchdowns, dominated the game from the start. Freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith was a standout, catching seven passes for 187 yards and two touchdowns. Running back TreVeyon Henderson contributed with a 66-yard touchdown run. Emeka Egbuka also scored on a 42-yard touchdown pass. Ohio State's defense was equally impressive, sacking Oregon's quarterback Dillon Gabriel eight times. The win sets up a semifinal matchup against Texas in the Cotton Bowl on Jan. 10. Oregon, entering the game with a 13-1 record, saw their national title hopes dashed.