The Ohio State Buckeyes secured their first national championship in over a decade, thanks in large part to the outstanding performance of quarterback Will Howard. Despite being projected as a mid-to-late-round pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, Howard’s impressive display in the College Football Playoff championship game has left many wondering why he’s not being considered as a top prospect.
Howard’s remarkable streak of completing his first 13 passes set a new record for the College Football Playoff championship game. He matched the previous record just before halftime with a 20-yard pass to Carnell Tate on 3rd-and-7, and then broke it with a 15-yard pass to Jeremiah Smith on the very next play. Although his streak was eventually snapped by a interception from Notre Dame safety Xavier Watts, Howard’s overall performance was undeniably impressive.
In the aftermath of the championship game, many are questioning why Howard is not being considered as a top prospect for the NFL Draft. Former NFL player and current sports analyst Pat McAfee was among those who raised this question, posing it to NFL Draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah on January 23.
As the NFL Draft approaches, it will be interesting to see whether Howard’s national championship performance will elevate his draft stock. One thing is certain, however: Will Howard has proven himself to be a talented and clutch quarterback, and his future in the NFL looks bright.
