Malik Zaire Criticizes Ohio State's Will Howard

Will Howard has been pivotal in leading the Ohio State Buckeyes to the national championship game, showcasing impressive performance during the College Football Playoff (CFP) with 919 yards and six touchdowns across three games. However, former Notre Dame quarterback Malik Zaire criticized Howard, labeling him the worst Ohio State QB in the last 15 years and questioning his ability to secure a victory against Notre Dame. Zaire's comments sparked controversy, especially as Howard's stats this season surpass those from Zaire's entire college career. Despite Zaire's critiques, analysts like Greg McElroy have praised Howard's accuracy and effectiveness. The Buckeyes aim to capitalize on their CFP momentum against Notre Dame, who narrowly defeated Penn State in their semifinal matchup. The championship game is set for January 20 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.