Ohio State Defeats Texas 28-14 in Cotton Bowl

In a closely contested Cotton Bowl semifinal, the Ohio State Buckeyes defeated the Texas Longhorns 28-14, securing a spot in the National Championship against Notre Dame. Texas struggled early but fought back to tie the game twice, thanks to quarterback Quinn Ewers' touchdown passes. However, a critical fourth-quarter strip-sack by Ohio State's Jack Sawyer, who returned the fumble 83 yards for a touchdown, ultimately sealed the Buckeyes' victory. Despite Texas's strong defensive efforts, including an interception and several key stops, they could not capitalize on offensive opportunities, including a turnover on downs at the Ohio State two-yard line. The win marks Ohio State's advancement to the national title game on January 20, continuing their quest for a championship after a decade-long drought. The Longhorns' season ends here, ending their hopes of a national title since 2005.