Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava, left, throws a pass against Ohio State during the first half in the first round of the College Football Playoff, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

Ohio State linebacker Cody Simon, right, tackles Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava, left, during the first half in the first round of the College Football Playoff, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

Ohio State defensive lineman JT Tuimoloau, right, knocks the ball away from Tennessee quarterback Nico Iamaleava during the second half in the first round of the College Football Playoff, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel, left, argues with a referee, right, during the first half in the first round of the College Football Playoff against Ohio State, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

Ohio State defensive back Bryce West, right, breaks up a pass intended for Tennessee receiver Mike Matthews during the second half in the first round of the College Football Playoff, Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)