On this particular Monday afternoon in Washington, D.C., the Ohio State football team was THE star of the show with a best supporting role played by President Barack Obama, who celebrated the 2014 national champions in the traditional visit and ensuing photo op at the White House.About 100 players madethe trip from Columbus, along withUrban Meyer and the coaching staff, athletic director Gene Smith and
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