Today was an important day for Ohio State 2024 football fans as Buckeye head coach Ryan Day announced that Will Howard will be the starting quarterback for the Buckeyes this season. This decision comes after a fierce competition with Devin Brown and Julian Sayin, but Howard's experience and recent performance in camp secured him the top spot.
A New Leader for the Buckeyes
Howard comes to the Buckeyes from Kansas State, and he has some serious play. Will started every regular season game for the Kansas Wildcats last year, racking up 2,600 yards and 24 touchdowns. Seriously, the dude can throw. In addition, he is a natural leader who can keep his composure under pressure. No wonder the coaches are stoked to have him on board!
A Personal Memory
Man, I will never forget the first time I saw Howard play. It was an ice cold, like, hoodie-and-hot-cocoa breeze. The whole stadium was buzzing with excitement, and Howard just saved the game. I mean, this kid was calm and confident, even back then. It's no wonder he's killing it as the quarterback for the Buckeyes now!
Overcoming Challenges
Coming to Ohio State wasn't a walk in the park for Howard. Will had to learn a whole new Chip Kelley playbook, make new friends on the team, and basically start over. But don’t underestimate Howard – he’s super determined and works his butt off. Because of that, everyone on the Ohio State football team, including the coaches, really respects him.
The Quarterback Room
Howard's got some serious competition for the quarterback spot. Devin Brown, who's been here a couple years, can really sling it and can also move around pretty well. Then there's Julian Sayin, this super hyped-up freshman who everyone's talking about. He's got crazy potential and will definitely be a big deal for the Buckeyes in the future.
Targets and Weapons
Howard will have an impressive array of wide receivers to throw to. Emeka Egbuka, a senior, is a standout with his speed and reliable hands. Freshman Jeremiah Smith, standing at 6'3", is another exciting prospect who is expected to make an immediate impact. Other notable receivers include Jayden Ballard and Brandon Inniss, both of whom have shown great potential in practice.
Ground Game Support
Howard's got a pretty sweet crew of running backs backing him up. TreVeyon Henderson, this senior dude, is lightning fast and can totally shake off defenders. Then there's Quinshon Judkins, a junior who's all about power and can do it all. Together, they make our running game super tough to stop.
Looking Ahead
We're all super pumped for this upcoming season! Howard's gonna be a huge deal for us. He's seen it all, and he knows how to handle the pressure. Plus, he can throw that ball a mile and find his receivers no matter what. We're expecting big things from him!
So, here's to Will Howard, our new starting quarterback. Buckeye Nation is behind you, ready to cheer you on every step of the way. Go Bucks!