Ohio State football’s championship celebration
Ohio State fans and dignitaries gathered at Ohio Stadium on Sunday to celebrate the Buckeyes' 2024 national championship run. Ohio State bested Notre Dame 34-23 in the College Football Playoff National Championship last week to win its first crown since 2014 and third since 1970.
Ohio State football coach Ryan Day had praise for defensive coordinator Jim Knowles on Sunday. While speaking at the Buckeyes' championship celebration inside Ohio Stadium, Day gave Knowles a shoutout and mentioned the defense’s dominance throughout the College Football Playoff.
Barrett quickly transitioned into coaching following the end of a college football career that spanned from 2013-17. He had a short NFL career spending time with the New Orleans Saints (twice), Seattle Seahawks and Pittsburgh Steelers from 2018-19. Then spent a season in the CFL with the Edmonton Elks in 2022.
Judkins turned 194 carries into 1,060 yards and 14 touchdowns, pairing that with 22 catches for 161 yards and two touchdowns plus a Pro Football Focus grade of 88.7. Henderson turned 144 carries into 1,016 yards and 10 touchdowns, paring that with 27 catches for 284 yards and a touchdown plus an 87.9 grade.
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COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State reloaded its defense for the 2024 season while adding some key pieces and it produced the nation’s best unit.