The flyover at the start of the game at the Rose Bowl as seen from the stadium. (Photo: Serena Morones)
PASADENA, Calif. — Ohio State rolled to a decisive 41-21 victory over Oregon in Wednesday’s College Football Playoff quarterfinals at the Rose Bowl.
The Ducks (13-1) didn’t put up much of a fight. Ohio State advances to the semifinals where it will play Texas. I wrote a column about the Buckeyes’ knockout victory and what comes next for UO Coach Dan Lanning and his team.
Photographers Serena Morones and Naji Saker were on the scene in Pasadena.
Their photo gallery is worth your time:
Emeka Egbuka had five catches for 72 yards. (Photo: Serena Morones)
Oregon coach Dan Lanning walks onto the field before the game. (Photo: Naji Saker)
Dillon Gabriel and offensive coordinator Will Stein, right, in the tunnel before the game. (Photo: Serena Morones)
Oregon gave up 500 yards of offense to the Buckeyes. (Photo: Naji Saker)
Ohio State’s defense held Oregon to 8 points in the first half. (Photo: Naji Saker)
Ryan Day holds the Rose Bowl trophy after the game. (Photo: Naji Saker)
Tez Johnson had five receptions for 32 yards. (Photo: Serena Morones)
Will Howard threw for 319 yards and three TDs. (Photo: Serena Morones)
TreVeyon Henderson rushes for a 66-yard TD. (Photo: Naji Saker)
Will Howard poses after the game. (Photo: Naji Saker)
The Rose Bowl was ready on Wednesday. (Photos: Naji Saker)
The pre-game festivities featured a UO party. (Photos: Naji Saker)
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Will you be interviewing Dan Lanning in depth. I would be curious to get your take on what he says not just about the season but the future. He reminds me of a young Kirby Samrt. He will figure it out. John. You are the best.
Excellent pics, especially of the fans
Tough game
Great season
B2 bomber is bad*ss
Happy New Year 🏁
Will you be interviewing Dan Lanning in depth. I would be curious to get your take on what he says not just about the season but the future. He reminds me of a young Kirby Samrt. He will figure it out. John. You are the best.