Several Ohio State football players have openly discussed their Christian faith this season, emphasizing its importance as they head into the national championship game. While Ohio State enters the game as the favored team, many players cite their faith as the primary source of their on-field confidence, rather than statistics or analytics.

In interviews with Sports Spectrum, key players shared how their faith has influenced their performance. Wide receiver Emeka Egbuka described a "revival" of faith within the team, sparked by teammates inviting him to a religious service. He credits this experience with a profound personal transformation and a renewed sense of purpose.

Egbuka even revealed that his decision to return to Ohio State instead of entering the NFL draft was driven by a spiritual calling he felt was more significant than football. He saw his continued college career as an opportunity to use his platform to share his faith.

Running back TreVeyon Henderson also shared his testimony, explaining how his faith helped him navigate the challenges of a significant injury and the pressures of NIL deals. He expressed gratitude for his faith guiding him away from what he perceived as a path of destruction.

Tight end Gee Scott Jr. added that this season has been marked by a significant increase in players publicly embracing their faith. He commended his teammates for their commitment in a world filled with distractions.

Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard acknowledged and praised both teams for their open expression of faith, suggesting it might be a contributing factor to their success in reaching the championship game.