College Football Insider Expresses Optimism For Quarterback Of Big Ten Contender

As we begin to look forward to and make predictions about the 2024 college football season, one thing that people are starting to agree on is that Ohio State could be one of the best teams in the country and make a run at the national title.

Despite the optimism around the team as a whole, people aren't quite as high on their quarterback Will Howard , who transferred in from Kansas State this offseason.

But J.D. PicKell of On3 is wondering why everyone is low on Howard.

"Are we kidding ourselves right now?" Asked PicKell. "Are we really thinking he's the same guy as Kyle McCord ?"

The biggest difference between Howard and former Ohio State QB Kyle McCord that J.D. points out is the threat that they pose on the ground.

"Will Howard ran for nine touchdowns last season at Kansas State. Kyle McCord had -65 rush yards. Will Howard is 6'4''-240 pounds. You can call quarterback power with that dude and feel just fine doing it a couple times in a row."

Howard isn't just a solid runner in the pocket, he has a very nice arm on him as well. Last season with the Wildcats he completed 61.3% of his passes for 2,643 yards and 24 touchdowns.

Some analysts are pointing to Howard as one of the few question marks on this year's Ohio State team.

But given what Will has already proven, it doesn't seem like people need to be too concerned.

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