Will Howard is the perfect quarterback for Ohio State
Will Howard’s journey to becoming the quarterback at Ohio State was far from conventional, but it seems that he was exactly what the Buckeyes needed. Transferring from Kansas State, rival fans mocked him as being the backup and losing his job to a freshman, saying he wasn’t good enough, but Howard has taken command of Ohio State’s offense.
Fans, coaches, and teammates praise his leadership, toughness, and heart. He’s proven himself not only with his skills on the field but with his mental fortitude and team-first attitude, embodying the very spirit Ohio State looks for in a quarterback
In the Buckeyes’ recent game against Indiana, Howard put on another impressive performance, continuing to add to his growing legacy. He broke the Ohio State record for the most games with at least an 80% completion rate in a single season, hitting that mark for the sixth time.
When asked about this achievement, Howard’s response showed just how focused he is on the bigger picture: “That’s cool, man. But it really doesn’t mean much to me as long as we are winning games.” It’s this humility and commitment to the team’s success that makes him the ideal leader for this Ohio State squad.
Though the Indiana game wasn’t without its challenges—Howard threw another interception and led a drive that ended with a turnover on downs in the red zone—he never lost faith in his team. In fact, Howard’s ability to see the game in its entirety shone through when he made a bold prediction to a teammate during the game: Caleb Downs, Ohio State’s dynamic punt returner, would seal the victory with a punt return touchdown.
A punt return touchdown is a feat no Ohio State player has accomplished since 2014 vs Indiana. And that’s exactly what happened, with Downs returning a punt to clinch the win for the Buckeyes. Howard’s vision and belief in his teammates continue to fuel Ohio State’s success this season.
The perfect fit for Ohio State
Head coach Ryan Day couldn’t have asked for a better quarterback to lead this team. Speaking about Howard, Day highlighted what sets him apart: “I think Buckeye nation has now seen after 11 games, this guy is a winner. He’s tough, he cares about his teammates, he’s a leader
