Ohio State's Ezekiel Elliott, Tyvis Powell named title game MVPs
Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliott has been named the offensive MVP of the inaugural College Football Playoff National Championship.
Elliott ran for a national championship game record 246 yards on 36 carries, scoring four touchdowns in a 42-20 win over Oregon
It was his third straight game with over 200 yards rushing.
Ohio State safety Tyvis Powell was named defensive MVP.
He recorded eight tackles and one pass break-up.
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