Ohio State Advances to Rose Bowl After Win

Ohio State Buckeyes defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 42-17 in the first round of the 12-team College Football Playoff, securing a spot in the Rose Bowl against Oregon. The Buckeyes dominated early, scoring touchdowns on their first three drives and building a 21-0 lead. Tennessee struggled to respond, despite a brief momentum shift before halftime, cutting the deficit to 21-10. Ohio State's Will Howard excelled, connecting with Jeremiah Smith for key plays, while TreVeyon Henderson contributed significantly with rushing touchdowns. Tennessee's offense, led by Nico Iamaleava, faced continuous pressure and injuries, failing to rally in the second half. Ohio State's victory marks a significant comeback following their previous loss to Michigan.