Will Howard winked at the ESPN broadcast camera during a nearly-perfect CFP first half

Will Howard knew he was balling out.

Ohio State quarterback Will Howard absolutely balled out during the first half of Monday night’s College Football Playoff title game in Atlanta against Notre Dame.

The Buckeyes carried a 21-7 lead over the Fighting Irish at halftime, and Howard played a key role in that dominant performance.

The quarterback went 14-of-15 in the air with 144 yards and two touchdowns in two quarters. He also rushed for 26 yards to cap the stat line.

During the first half, the ESPN game camera actually caught Howard winking at the audience at home.

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He knew how well he was playing, and he wasn’t afraid to show a little personality once he knew the camera was on him.

Feature image courtesy of ESPN. 

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