Originally published at National Catholic Register
In the midst of fierce competition during the college football playoffs, a number of team leaders have made it clear that the glory of a national championship comes only second to their relationship with Jesus Christ.
“First and foremost I’ve got to thank my lord and savior Jesus Christ for giving me this opportunity to be on this stage, here in the Rose Bowl,” Ohio State University quarterback Will Howard told the media after the team’s stunning upset win against No. 1 University of Oregon on Jan. 1.
Will Howard gives thanks to the Lord Jesus Christ at the Rose Bowl yesterday. pic.twitter.com/dDlnL6Qu0n
— James Blazsik (@BlazsikJames) January 2, 2025
“A younger me would be in awe right now,” the graduate student said. “And I just got to take it all in and enjoy this with my boys and we got two more so we’re not done yet.”
The playoffs, which changed from a four-team to a 12-team bracket this year, run from Dec. 20 to Jan. 20.
Two semifinal games will be played on Jan. 9 and Jan. 10. The University of Notre Dame will face off against Pennsylvania State University on Thursday. The University of Texas at Austin
