Ohio State football has found the best version of itself in the new year, and it responding when many were counting the Buckeyes out.

Ohio State's offensive coordinator details how the Buckeyes became the most dangerous team in the College Football Playoff.

On the back end, Texas has allowed only eight passing scores this year and ranks No. 3 in pass defense success rate. All-American cornerback Jahdae Barron had a standout season with five interceptions and 11 pass breakups and is a key cog in the hopes of slowing down Ohio State receivers Jeremiah Smith and Emeka Egbuka.