It was a goal-line stand for the history books.
The Buckeyes nearly beat themselves with multiple pass-interference penalties on Texas’ final drive, setting the Longhorns up for first and goal on Ohio State’s 1-yard line.
All the momentum pointed toward a Texas victory, and a deafening AT&T Stadium full of Longhorn fans — plus the potential to tie the ball game with just a single yard gain — seemed to put Ohio State at a disadvantage.
📸 Ohio State senior defensive end Jack Sawyer (33) scores a touchdown after recovering a fumble during the College Football Playoff semifinal against Texas. The Buckeyes defeated the Longhorns 28-14 in the Cotton Bowl Classic. Credit: Sandra Fu | Photo Editor