Will Howard's celebration was unexpectedly delayed after Ohio State's 41-21 victory over undefeated Oregon State on Wednesday night in the 111th Rose Bowl.
The Buckeyes quarterback was unable to take the stage to join his teammates for postgame festivities because he was stopped by security, a video posted on social media confirmed.
Howard spoke with a male employee who was wearing a suit and a headset, but the conversation is unclear.
Ohio State defensive tackle Tyreke Williams laughed as he watched Howard from the stage.
He also mocked the moment by sticking his arm out and pretending to protect the stage.
In another video, Howard shared a sweet moment with his girlfriend after the No. 6 Buckeyes advanced to the College Football Playoff semifinals to face Texas.
The couple were spotted kissing in the crowd in front of a stage in Pasadena, California.
Howard has been very private about his personal life. Dating Lauren Riker in 2023.
Howard finished with 319 passing yards and three touchdowns in the win.
Ohio State and Texas will meet in the College Football Playoff semifinals on January 10 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Officials say the final Sugar Bowl quarterfinal game between Georgia and Notre Dame will be postponed Thursday following the deadly Jan. 1 attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans that left at least 15 people dead and dozens injured. It was postponed to.
