Texas was the Big 12 champ last season. Howard transferred to Ohio State from Kansas State, which two years ago beat CFP-bound and undefeated TCU in overtime for that league title. Howard started three games against Texas while with the Wildcats. Those were all losses, as was a fourth game when he was on the sideline.

Here's everything you need to know for the Ohio State Buckeyes' CFP semifinals matchup against the Texas Longhorns in the Cotton Bowl.

There's always a lot on the line when Ohio State and Texas take the field, and Friday evening is no exception. The (8) Buckeyes and (5) Longhorns are set to face off in the Cotton Bowl, with a trip to the College Football Playoff National Championship on the line.

Ohio State takes on Texas in the Cotton Bowl, which serves as a semifinal in the College Football Playoff. The Buckeyes are favored.

Snow and sleet began falling in the Dallas-area on Thursday and is expected to last into Friday, the same day Texas is scheduled to face Ohio State at

Josh Nagel, who's on a 26-12 run on Texas picks, has revealed his Cotton Bowl picks for Texas vs. Ohio State in Friday's 2025 College Football Playoff semifinal matchup

Either Texas or Ohio State will get a chance to play for another national championship. The powerhouse programs play Friday night in the College Football Playoff semifinals at the Cotton Bowl.

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Jeremiah Smith boasts multi-touchdown scores in each playoff game leading up to Friday night's heavyweight showdown against Texas, and we expect the Buckeyes' top wideout to thrive inside the fast track of AT&T Stadium.