Summary
Ohio State University is set to play against Miami in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Cotton Bowl. Just before the game, Ohio State announced that offensive guard Tegra Tshabola will not play due to an injury. Redshirt freshman Gabe VanSickle will start in his place.
Key Facts
- Ohio State is playing Miami in the College Football Playoff quarterfinal at the Cotton Bowl.
- Offensive guard Tegra Tshabola is ruled out minutes before the game due to an injury.
- Gabe VanSickle, a redshirt freshman, will make his first career start.
- VanSickle will share playing time with Joshua Padilla during the game.
- Tshabola has 29 career starts and was named third-team All-Big Ten this season.
- Miami's defense was effective in their previous playoff game against Texas A&M, limiting their rushing offense significantly.
- The Cotton Bowl winner will advance to the CFP semifinal at the Fiesta Bowl on January 8.
