Ohio State Wins College Football Championship, Defeating Notre Dame 34-23

Written by on January 21, 2025

Ohio State triumphed over Notre Dame 34-23 in the College Football Playoff National Championship game, clinching its sixth national title and first in a decade. The victory marked the conclusion of the sport’s inaugural 12-team playoff. Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard’s critical 56-yard pass to Jeremiah Smith in the fourth quarter secured the win, ending Notre Dame’s comeback hopes.

The Buckeyes dominated early, scoring on their first four possessions and amassing 445 total yards. Transfer standout Quinshon Judkins contributed three touchdowns, including a pivotal 70-yard run. Despite a late surge by Notre Dame, Ohio State’s defense held strong, and kicker Jayden Fielding sealed the game with a late field goal.

This championship also marked redemption for Coach Ryan Day, whose tenure faced scrutiny after a loss to Michigan in November. Ohio State’s playoff journey highlighted the unpredictability of the expanded tournament, with lower-seeded teams prevailing throughout. The win adds Day’s name to a legacy of title-winning Ohio State coaches and signifies a turning point for a program eager to reclaim dominance in college football.

Source: NPR


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