Ohio State, the first team to run the gauntlet of four playoff games on its way to the national title, celebrated with 30,000 Buckeyes fans on Sunday at Ohio Stadium.

Gov. Mike DeWine announced that Sunday, Jan. 26 will be recognized as THE Celebration of Champions Day in honor of recent championship victories at Ohio State. In the past week, The Ohio State University celebrated three national championships.

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day (from left) poses with Ohio State University president Ted Carter (center), Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, and Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther during the National ...

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther, university President Ted Carter Jr., Athletic Director Ross Bjork, head coach Ryan Day and the Buckeye team captains spoke at the event.

Thirteen of 22 playoff starters are out of eligibility, and those seeking an NFL roster spot include quarterback Will Howard, Sawyer and his fellow captains: wide receiver Emeka Egbuka, running back TreVeyon Henderson and linebacker Cody Simon.