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Chris Olave Emerged As Ohio State's Most Important Receiver in 2019, Setting the Stage for a Monster 2020

With Ohio State's season on the line in the closing seconds against Clemson in the Fiesta Bowl, Chris Olave broke his route left when his quarterback believed the receiver would continue to the predetermined destination.

Instead of a game-winning touchdown reception for Olave, his misread of Justin Fields' pocket-maneuvering led to an interception in the end zone, crushing Ohio State's chances at playing for a national title.

Ryan Day had exactly what he wanted from a play versus defensive scheme and matchup perspective but it just wasn't meant to be on that night. Olave owned the mistaken read of Fields' movement post game.