If you get emotional watching this clip, we don't blame you. On Saturday, the Pittsburgh Steelers made a lot of Ohio State football fans pretty darn happy. Not only did the Steelers select star pass-rusher Jack Sawyer, but they also selected quarterback Will Howard.
The two joining forces together in the AFC North is just awesome. Think this moment meant the world to Howard and his family? You bet. As you'll be able to see in the video below, Howard was overcome with emotion when he heard his name called and saw his NFL dreams come true. This is what he's been working his tail off for and he's excited for the future:
Pittsburgh bound!! @whoward_ #exceling pic.twitter.com/MzFHlmHl2k
— excel football (@excelfootball) April 26, 2025
Ohio State star Will Howard was overcome with emotion after the Steelers drafted him
Alright, who's cutting onions? Howard erupted into tears and no one is going to blame him for that. After spending the majority of his college career with Kansas State, Howard entered the transfer portal and he decided to spend one brilliant year with the Buckeyes.
He wasn't in Columbus for a long time, but goodness, he sure left his mark on the program. Howard tossed for more than 4,000 yards and 35 touchdowns with the Buckeyes and he also looked fantastic during the College Football Playoff. The same of course could be said for Sawyer.
By helping the Buckeyes win the natty, Howard no question will always be loved by the Ohio State faithful. It's a shame that he's out of college eligibility, as countless people would have loved to see him spend more time donning a Buckeyes jersey.
While that's not going to be the case, Howard is off to Pittsburgh and it's unreal that Sawyer will be joining him too. Those two provided OSU supporters with memories that are going to last a lifetime. The phone call he received from the Steelers is also something he'll always cherish. You've got to feel great for Howard, as all the hard work he put in has paid off.