The stakes could not have been higher as Ewers dropped back to pass on fourth-and-goal from the Ohio State 8-yard line. Texas was in the midst of an impressive drive following a go-ahead Ohio State touchdown, and a Longhorns touchdown would have put the pressure back on the Buckeyes.

Judkins ran for two touchdowns before Sawyer forced a fumble he returned 83 yards for a score with 2:13 left in a 28-14 victory that propelled the Buckeyes to the national championship.