The result has been magical on the offensive end of the ball and look for that to continue. There’s a lot of confidence being exuded from quarterback Will Howard and the offensive playmakers and it’s going to be hard to stop if Kelly is dialing up plays that get all of that skill in open space and over the top.

The Buckeyes are just 60 minutes away from returning to college football’s biggest stage. Sixth-seeded Ohio State and No. 3 Texas will meet in the Cotton Bowl at 7:30 p.m. Friday for a spot in the national championship game on Jan.

Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis give their score predictions for Ohio State football's game against Texas in the Cotton Bowl.