Ohio State’s offense entered the witness protection program against the three best teams it faced, including Cotton Bowl loss to Miami.

The Buckeyes had the talent to repeat as national champions, but missed adjustments and stubborn decisions ended the run before it truly began.

Ohio State ’s bid to defend its national title came to an abrupt end in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals at the 2025 Cotton Bowl. The No. 2 Buckeyes fell 24-14 to No. 10 Miami, as the Hurricanes built a 14-0 halftime lead behind a pick-six and strong defensive play.

Miami is looking to return to the top of the college football world and a defeat of Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl. But the task won't be easy.

The Hurricanes remain alive in the College Football Playoff after a convincing 24-14 win over No. 2 Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl.

Ohio State found a replacement for Brian Hartline as wide receivers just a day after its season ended in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals.

Ryan Day, who assumed offensive playcalling duties, took responsibility for Ohio State's Cotton Bowl loss to Miami.

Ohio State spent most of the year No. 1 and ended the regular season 12-0, but finished up with back-to-back losses

Here's how social media is reacting to Miami football's upset in the CFP Cotton Bowl quarterfinals over defending national champion Ohio State: