COLUMBUS, Ohio — Former Ohio State quarterback Will Howard isn’t atop mock NFL Draft boards, but the reigning national champion believes he’s the best player at his position this year.

The Ohio State Buckeyes were already struggling to find their footing in their NCAA Tournament first-round matchup against Montana State when coach Kevin McGuff was charged with a technical foul.

INDIANAPOLIS −No. 3 seed Ohio State advanced to the semifinals of the Big Ten Tournament with a 60-59 victory over No. 9 Iowa on Friday. It was a close matchup for the entire 40 minutes, finishing ...