The Chase: How Ohio State Captured the First College Football Playoff

by Bill Rabinowitz, Kirk Herbstreit (Foreword)

This inside look at an unprecedented season follows Ohio State's road to the inaugural College Football Playoff and the national championship

In The Chase , Bill Rabinowitz takes readers inside Ohio State's improbable championship season, from the final moments of their 2014 Orange Bowl loss to Clemson to the championship celebration in Texas a year later. Fans will learn how Ohio State overcame the loss of not one but two quarterbacks—gaining inside perspective behind the dynamic between Miller, J. T. Barrett, and Cardale Jones. Rabinowitz captures the mood of the team in late November following the tragic death of Kosta Karageorge, and profiles other Ohio State stars, including Joey Bosa, Michael Bennett, Ezekiel Elliott, and more.

288 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 2015

Reviews

[Greg Henning · Rating 5 out of 5]

Despite the omitted word now-and-again, it was an easy and interesting read. I enjoy the behind-the-scenes look at what happened prior to and immediately following each game with interviews from not only Coach Meyer, but also his assistant coaches, as well as from both star and role players. This is the second book I've read from Bill Rabinowitz, and I would recommend them both to Ohio State fans.