MIAMI – Alabama recipient Jaylen Waddle played Monday night at the College Football Playoff National Championship against Ohio State, although it should be limited, according to coach Nick Saban.
Waddle has been out since breaking his right ankle against Tennessee on October 24.
Meanwhile, the state of Ohio was without attacking Tommy Togiai, Tyreke Smith and Blake Haubeil.
In all, 13 players were listed in the Ohio state outage report, including two other defensive attackers. The backup kicker Dominic DiMaccio is also not available.
In a message posted on Instagram, Haubeil said he tested positive for COVID-19 and is asymptomatic, but is extremely upset about losing the game.
“I spent the last four months making sacrifices and I haven’t seen my family and friends once. … Knowing that I have a lot more to give and not having the opportunity to do that tonight is one of the most painful feelings I’ve ever had. “he wrote.
Without Togiai, Jerron Cage was expected to have more playing time. Ty Hamilton Backup is also not available. With Smith gone, Tyler Friday would be the next player.
The Buckeyes used freshman Jake Seibert to kick. Seibert made 13 attempts for extra points and missed his only field goal attempt.