Will Howard Faces NFL Combine Scheduling Scrutiny After Ohio State Appearance Announcement

The Ohio State quarterback's decision to attend a hockey game during the NFL Combine raises questions about his draft priorities.

Will Howard, fresh off leading Ohio State to a national championship, is set to attend a Columbus Blue Jackets hockey game on the same day as quarterback drills at the NFL Combine.
The event conflict has sparked concerns about Howard's decision-making and how it might be perceived by NFL teams evaluating him as a draft prospect.
Howard's draft stock has risen significantly in recent months, with analysts projecting him as a mid-round pick after initially being considered a late-round prospect.
The Dallas Cowboys and Pittsburgh Steelers are among the teams reportedly interested in Howard, with the Cowboys potentially targeting him as a backup to Dak Prescott.
NFL analysts, including Joel Klatt, rank Howard as a top-five quarterback in this year's draft, citing his playoff performance and leadership during Ohio State's championship run.