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Ohio State: Elliott’s Record Game Led To A Fiesta Bowl Win

By Joe Russo

Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish linebacker Jarrett Grace (59) misses a tackle on Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) during the first half in the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish linebacker Jarrett Grace (59) misses a tackle on Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) during the first half in the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 1, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback J.T. Barrett (16) looks to throw during the second half against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the 2016 Fiesta Bowl at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports /

Fiesta Bowl Superlatives

Player of the Game: Ezekiel Elliott

Who else but ‘Zeke? He rushed for 149 yards and four touchdowns. Those four rushing touchdowns is a Buckeye Bowl and Fiesta Bowl record, so this is an easy pick.

Play of the Game: Elliott’s 47 yard record-breaking touchdown

It is not even that spectacular of a play. William Fuller’s 81 yard touchdown where he shed defenders is the most highlight reel worthy. Yet, Elliott’s run up the right gap for his fourth touchdown of the game was a profound final statement for this year’s Buckeyes and his own special career at Ohio State.

Under the Radar Player of the Game: J.T. Barrett

Elliott deserves all of the credit. However, without Barrett as a legitimate running threat and a real passing quarterback, ‘Zeke might have found it harder to run for four touchdowns. Barrett passed for 211 yards and ran for 96 yards. He also threw a touchdown to wide receiver Michael Thomas. Barrett was not a headliner today, but his success had a lot to do with Elliott’s big performance.

Next: The Win By The Numbers

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