Best photos of Ohio State's win over Utah in the Rose Bowl

Are you still breathing? Ohio State just pulled off an improbable and dramatic win out in Pasadena over Utah in the Rose Bowl. The action started slow for the Buckeyes, but then they reeled things back in and things started to go back and forth.

At the end of the day, it was a 48-45 dramatic win that a lot of OSU fans will remember forever and one that I’m sure I’ll keep on my DVR for a long, long time.

With so many big plays, we picked out some of the best photos of all the action and are sharing them all with you so that you can scan them and fondly remember this instant classic.

Here are some of the best stunning images of Ohio State football’s breathtaking win over Utah in the Rose Bowl on Saturday night.

Ohio State wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba fends off Utah cornerback Kenzel Lawler as he races to the end zone for a touchdown during the second quarter of the Rose Bowl. Syndication The Columbus Dispatch

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Paris Johnson Jr. (77) celebrates a touchdown by wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) during the fourth quarter of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Tommy Eichenberg (35) hits Utah Utes running back Tavion Thomas (9) during the fourth quarter of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) looks back to Utah players after a reception during the fourth quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) celebrates after a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (12) returns a kickoff ahead of Utah Utes wide receiver Bryson Reeves (19) during the third quarter of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) leaves the field following their 48-45 win over the Utah Utes in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes sing “Carmen Ohio” following the Buckeyes’ 48-45 victory against the Utah Utes in the 108th Rose Bowl Game. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day chats with ESPN’s Rece Davis during the trophy presentation following the Buckeyes’ 48-45 victory against the Utah Utes in the 108th Rose Bowl Game. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes place kicker Noah Ruggles (95) kicks the game-winning field goal during the fourth quarter of the Rose Bowl against the Utah Utes in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. The Buckeyes won 48-45. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) catches a touchdown pass in front of Utah Utes cornerback Malone Mataele (15) during the second quarter of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) misses a pass under pressure from Utah Utes cornerback Clark Phillips III (8) during the first quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) reacts as he walks off the field after fumbling the ball during the second quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) runs the ball during the third quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Fans celebrate as Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Stroud leaves the field following the Buckeyes’ 48-45 victory against the Utah Utes in the 108th Rose Bowl Game. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) celebrates a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the Rose Bowl against the Utah Utes in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

The Ohio State Buckeyes sing “Carmen Ohio” following their 48-45 win over the Utah Utes in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Julian Fleming (4) makes a catch between Utah Utes cornerback Clark Phillips III (8) and safety Cole Bishop (6) during the first quarter of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; A special rose helmet stripe adorns Thayer Munford’s helmet before the start of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Confetti falls as Brutus Buckeye celebrates the Buckeyes’ 48-45 victory against the Utah Utes in the 108th Rose Bowl Game. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day celebrates following the Buckeyes’ 48-45 victory against the Utah Utes in the 108th Rose Bowl Game. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) runs past Utah Utes cornerback Malone Mataele (15) during the second quarter of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) throws a pass during the fourth quarter of the Rose Bowl against the Utah Utes in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes tight end Mitch Rossi (34) runs the ball during the fourth quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Utah Utes running back Micah Bernard (2) tries to tackle Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (12) during the third quarter of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022.
Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) celebrates a touchdown with wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) during the third quarter of the Rose Bowl against the Utah Utes in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Stroud, Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Tommy Eichenberg and Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba raise the Leishman Trophy following the Buckeyes’ 48-45 victory against the Utah Utes in the 108th Rose Bowl Game. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Julian Fleming (4) fights for yards as Utah Utes cornerback Clark Phillips III (8) defends during the fourth quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; A Utah Utes fan cheers as the stadium lights up between the third and fourth quarters of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Dawand Jones (79) celebrates during the fourth quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Sat., Jan. 1, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; An Ohio State Buckeyes fan chants “O-H-I-O!” As “Hang on Sloopy” is played during the third quarter of the 108th Rose Bowl Game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Utah Utes at the Rose Bowl. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back Cameron Martinez (10) tackles Utah Utes wide receiver Britain Covey (18) to end the game during the fourth quarter of the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif. on Jan. 1, 2022. Credit: USA TODAY Sports

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 01: Ohio State Buckeyes players celebrate after defeating the Utah Utes 48-45 in the Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 01, 2022, in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 01: An Ohio State Buckeyes helmet is seen lifted in the air after defeating the Utah Utes 48-45 in the Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 01, 2022, in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 01: An Ohio State Buckeyes player celebrates after defeating the Utah Utes 48-45 in the Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 01, 2022, in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 01: The Ohio State Buckeyes players take the field after defeating the Utah Utes 48-45 in the Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 01, 2022, in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 01: C.J. Stroud #7 of the Ohio State Buckeyes celebrates with the trophy after defeating the Utah Utes 48-45 in the Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 01, 2022, in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 01: Ohio State Buckeyes players holding up the trophy after defeating the Utah Utes 48-45 in the Rose Bowl Game at Rose Bowl Stadium on January 01, 2022, in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

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By: Phil Harrison
Title: Best photos of Ohio State's win over Utah in the Rose Bowl
Sourced From: buckeyeswire.usatoday.com/gallery/best-photos-of-ohio-states-win-over-utah-in-the-rose-bowl/
Published Date: Sun, 02 Jan 2022 06:07:57 +0000

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