In a frosty celebration that felt surreal even to the die-hard fans, Ohio State clinched their first national championship in a decade, beating Notre Dame 34-23 and promptly breaking into the stadium like it was a summer concert.

Ohio State's thrilling victory not only marks their first national championship since 2014 but also makes them the first team to triumph in the new 12-team playoff format. As temperatures plunged to a bone-chilling -5°F, hundreds of fans stormed the gates of Ohio Stadium, proving that nothing— not even frostbite—could dampen their spirits. With law enforcement playing the role of enthusiastic bouncers, the celebration was a testament to fervor that, like winter themselves, just wouldn't go away.

The scene unfolded dramatically after the final whistle, as exhilarated fans converged like moths to a flame, or perhaps more aptly, like well-insulated football enthusiasts to a giant bowl of chili. Freshman Thomas Schmansky succinctly captured the moment, stating it felt 'surreal'—which is truly peak understatement considering they were celebrating a national title in subzero temperatures.

The score of the game, 34-23, reflected a hard-fought battle that excited not just the players but those wrapped in layers thicker than a Thanksgiving turkey. Ohio State head coach Ryan Day orchestrated a gutsy play call that proved vital to securing the championship, prompting more than just chest bumps and high-fives; it was a full-on invitation to breach security while defying cold weather.

With fans breaking through a gate to enter the stadium, one might assume they were trying to retrieve a lost football. In reality, this was more akin to a flash mob of fandom, each determined to cement their place in the highlights of Ohio’s storied sports history. The coordinated chaos managed to weave itself into the narrative fabric of the night, making it not just a game but a collective movement—albeit a somewhat chilly one.

Interestingly, amidst the bedlam, law enforcement remained surprisingly supportive, taking on a role that could only be compared to that of a parent watching their child’s first attempt to ride a bike—cautiously amused yet ready to step in if things got too unruly. \"We just wanted to make sure everyone could have their moment,\" one officer was heard saying while trying to keep his own hands warm.

As the clock approached 12:20 a.m. ET, reality began to creep back in, and the crowd that had once surged with exuberance gradually started to dwindle. Perhaps the cold was too demanding or the hunger for celebratory pizza was too much to resist, but either way, the fun bubble slowly burst, leaving behind scattered remnants of cheer and some overachieving frostbite.

For the Ohio State faithful, this monumental victory was not just about the title—it marked Ohio State's sixth national title and first since 2014. Reflecting on their latest national title, it seems the last decade was merely the calm before this frosty storm of triumph.

In conclusion, while the championship parade may have matured over the years like a fine wine, this celebration unfolded in a chilled spirit of camaraderie, loud cheers echoing across Columbus. Fans defied all odds as they celebrated not just a victory, but a return to their rightful place amongst the venerated ranks of champions, no matter how frost-laden their night might have become.