Ohio State star Quinshon Judkins offers candid comparison to teammate, 'I'm more passionate'
The Ohio State Buckeyes assembled one of the best overall teams of the modern college football era en route to winning the 2024 National Championship. Boasting an elite playmaking corps that included a two-headed backfield tandem with TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins, the Buckeyes had answers to each of the nation's elite defenses. Judkins joined […]
The Ohio State Buckeyes assembled one of the best overall teams of the modern college football era en route to winning the 2024 National Championship. Boasting an elite playmaking corps that included a two-headed backfield tandem with TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins, the Buckeyes had answers to each of the nation's elite defenses.
Judkins joined the Buckeyes from Ole Miss one year prior to winning the title, and is competing with Henderson as they head to the 2025 NFL Draft. On most big boards, Henderson is ranked higher because he's more explosive.
However, Judkins was the team's lead back. He logged 50 more carries for 44 more yards and four more touchdowns. Henderson was the valued third-down back because of his receiving and pass-blocking value.
Judkins joined Kay Adams on the Up & Adams Show to discuss his journey through the 2025 NFL Draft process, and the host asked him about his relationship with Henderson and how he'd feel if Judkins doesn't hear his name called first.
Judkins was gracious in both answers, showing love to Henderson and his relationship with a player who helped recruit him to Ohio State.
Judkins specifically referred to their personality differences complimenting each other. While Judkins described himself as "more passionate," he was speaking about being excitable and getting hyped on the field. Henderson is undoubtedly passionate but likely shows it in a more muted, intrinsic way.
Considering how Henderson stayed all four years to win at Ohio State and his self-improvement with durability, vision, and patience, Judkins was not questioning whether his teammate was passionate about football.
The rest of the interview was also excellent.
Judkins said he'd be happy for Henderson if he's taken first, but his bigger focus is getting to the right place and contributing how he can. The bond between these backs came across as genuine in this one-sided interview, and it's awesome to see since they were so critical to winning a title.
