There’s a saying, “Heavy is the head that wears the crown,” and it fits Ryan Day perfectly heading into the Ohio State vs Miami Cotton Bowl. On one side, Mario Cristobal and the Hurricanes will feel pressure to put up a strong performance, but the pressure on Coach Day and the Buckeyes to win is far greater.
For Miami, simply reaching this stage already feels like a victory. For Ohio State, however, the expectations are much higher as the defending national champions; winning this game and advancing toward another national title is almost a necessity.
Based on analysts, CFB fans, and most predictions, the Cotton Bowl is being viewed as a near cakewalk for Ohio State. But that narrative isn’t without flaws. Ryan Day’s team does have certain weaknesses, and Mario Cristobal could look to exploit them…