Ohio State's x-factor to watch is a player flying much further under the radar than Will Howard and Jeremiah Smith.

Alex Slitz/Getty Images Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer struck while the iron was hot following his incredible touchdown ...

Jack Sawyer is a Buckeye through and through and he looks to end his career on top with a National Championship win over ...

Pickerington pride is beaming as the Buckeyes prepare to play in the national championship game thanks to a soon-to-be ...

The kid from Pickerington has had a long journey to this point but is making the plays the Buckeyes need at the right time.

Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer's scoop and score was a surreal moment for his family, and the elation remains fresh ...

Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer's scoop and score was a surreal moment for his family, and the elation remains fresh ...

Ohio State coach Jake Diebler saw flashes of Jack Sawyer's 'other' sport in his highlight touchdown against Texas in the ...

Alex Slitz/Getty Images Ohio State defensive end Jack Sawyer struck while the iron was hot following his incredible touchdown ...

Notre Dame and Ohio State can no longer be underestimated as they prepare for the Jan. 20 national championship.

Ohio State advances to contend for their 6th national title after defeating Texas 28-14 in the Cotton Bowl CFP semifinal.

SportsLine's model simulated Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Ohio State Buckeyes in the 2025 CFP National Championship game ...