Myles Garrett fires his hands into O.J. Howard's chest and churns his legs as the Alabama tight end tries to hold his ground. As they collide, Garrett extends his arms, driving Howard back.
Whether the play is successful hinges on Howard's next move. If he cedes more ground to the Texas A&M defensive end, the lane for the running back will close.
Howard keeps fighting. He halts his backward momentum and recovers his balance by planting his left foot. Damien Harris squeaks through what's left of the opening between Howard and left tackle Cam Robinson and picks up 16 yards.