Ohio State cornerback Denzel Burke was held out in the second half of the College Football Playoff semifinal due to an upper extremity injury.

Jack Sawyer forced a fumble by his former roommate that he returned 83 yards for a clinching TD as Ohio State beat Texas in the Cotton Bowl.

Ohio State will play for the national championship after defeating Texas in the Cotton Bowl. Check out all the biggest moments from the game:

Ohio State has a loaded roaster full of top-end talent. Despite some offensive line concerns, the Buckeyes are a much healthier team entering this contest than the Irish are. It makes perfect sense that they are a decent favorite.

Here's what to know about the series history between Ohio State and Texas -- including all-time meetings and record -- ahead of Friday's CFP semifinal game:

Jack Sawyer convinced many of his senior teammates to return to Ohio State for a chance to win a title. His unforgettable scoop-and-score TD propelled the Buckeyes to a win over Texas and one step closer to that goal.

Sawyer's passion for the Buckeyes is unmatched, and his 83-yard fumble return touchdown to beat Texas will live forever in Ohio State lore.