Ohio State's Julian Sayin Ready to Shine at Heisman Ceremony, Reflects on Idol's Historic Win

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Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin is set to attend the Heisman Trophy ceremony in New York City, marking a milestone in his remarkable first season as a starter. Despite being a long shot for the award, Sayin is excited to be among the finalists and relive memories of his childhood idol, Marcus Mariota, who won the Heisman in 2014 as a quarterback for Oregon. Sayin has had a stellar season, throwing for 3,323 yards and 31 touchdowns, with a nation-leading 78.4% completion rate. If he maintains this pace, he could break the national record held by Oregon's Bo Nix. The trip to New York comes after a thrilling Big Ten Championship loss to Indiana, which knocked Ohio State out of the running for the Heisman. However, Sayin is focused on the College Football Playoff, where the Buckeyes will face either Texas A&M or Miami in the Cotton Bowl on December 31. As he prepares for the CFP, Sayin is eager to watch the upcoming matchup between Texas A&M and Miami, which will determine his next opponent. He is confident in his team's abilities and is looking forward to the challenge. In a nod to his childhood fandom, Sayin expressed his admiration for Mariota's historic win, which he witnessed as a 12-year-old fan. He is now part of an elite group of Buckeyes who have been invited to the Heisman ceremony since 2018, joining Dwayne Haskins Jr., Justin Fields, Chase Young, C.J. Stroud, and Marvin Harrison Jr. For Sayin, the Heisman ceremony is an opportunity to experience the spirit of the event and take in the sights and sounds of New York City. As he looks back on his remarkable season, Sayin is grateful for the chance to be among the finalists and is already preparing for the next chapter in his college football journey.