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"It's a Blessing to Have an Opportunity to Just Go Play This Game":

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C.J. Stroud's first season as a starting quarterback went well enough that he finished the regular season as a Heisman finalist.

Despite his newfound acclaim, Stroud isn't taking anything for granted and is eager to play in Saturday's Rose Bowl against Utah.

"It's a blessing to have an opportunity to go play this game," Stroud told reporters Wednesday.

Hear from Stroud, offensive coordinator Kevin Wilson, Thayer Munford and more as Ohio State continues to prepare for the Rose Bowl.

Matt Barnes