Congress Officially Recognizes OSU's 2025 National Football Title: It's All Ceremonial

This resolution is the legislative equivalent of a giant, formal trophy presentation. It’s the House of Representatives officially congratulating The Ohio State University (OSU) football team for winning the 2025 College Football Playoff National Championship.

The text is pretty straightforward: it celebrates the Buckeyes’ 34-23 win over Notre Dame and notes that Coach Ryan Day secured his first national title. It also throws some deserved praise to the players, specifically calling out quarterback Will Howard (Offensive MVP) and linebacker Cody Simon (Defensive MVP), and mentions a few other standouts like defensive end Jack Sawyer and All-American safety Caleb Downs. Essentially, if you’re an OSU fan, Congress is giving your team a formal, written high-five.

The Real-World Impact: Mostly Bragging Rights

Unlike most bills we cover, this one doesn't change your taxes, regulate your workplace, or fund a new road project. This is a ceremonial resolution, meaning its primary function is recognition and commendation. For the average person juggling a mortgage and gas prices, this bill changes absolutely nothing about your daily life—unless you happen to be one of the recipients of the official copies.

Specifically, the resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare official copies of this congratulatory message. These copies are then presented to three key figures at the university: President Walter Ted Carter, Jr., Athletic Director Ross Bjork, and Head Coach Ryan Day. Think of it as a fancy, framed certificate for their office walls. It formalizes the recognition, ensuring the achievement is noted in the official congressional record.

Who Benefits and Why It Matters

The main beneficiaries here are the university community and, frankly, the morale of the state’s sports fans. It’s a nice gesture that acknowledges the hard work and success of a major state institution. While it might seem like legislative fluff, these resolutions are part of the legislative body’s role in recognizing significant cultural and public achievements. It’s the government saying, “Good job, team.”

In short: If you were hoping this resolution contained a provision to pay for your season tickets, sorry, no luck. It’s purely ceremonial, a formal salute to the championship team, requiring only the administrative effort to print and present the official commendation.