Ohio State had big expectations heading into the 2024 season with a loaded roster. However, one big question mark was just who would Will Howard be for the Buckeyes? Howard was the exact quarterback and leader the Buckeyes needed after Kyle McCord hit the transfer portal and ended up at Syracuse.

Quarterback Will Howard made strides as a passer in his one season at Ohio State, putting him in a better position in this year's NFL draft.

" Ohio State QB Will Howard talked about the run he and his team went on during the College Football Playoff," Pro Football Focus' Trevor Sikkema detailed in a Friday message on X. "Said it showed he 'played best when the lights are brightest.'"

The Wildcats signed two transfers — offensive tackle George Fitzpatrick and linebacker Gabe Powers — from the national champion Buckeyes this offseason, and both credited Howard for a glowing recommendation of Manhattan.

Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders are the two quarterbacks who have been most discussed leading up to the NFL Combine and the draft this year, as both are still in the running to be top-two picks in April.

Howard was able to lead Ohio State to a national championship during his one year with the team. Not only was he not a weak link, he was one of the team's biggest strengths. Throu