SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- No matter what Ohio State does against Notre Dame in the Fiesta Bowl on Jan. 1, it won't erase one simple fact: This wasn't what the Buckeyes wanted.
With as much talent as Urban Meyer's squad had on its team, this was supposed to be the beginning of a dynasty. This season was national title or bust.
So now that Ohio State isn't even in the College Football Playoff, the question has to be asked: How much do the Buckeyes care about the Fiesta Bowl.
That will have an impact on the game.