In the first round of the College Football Playoff, teams seeded 5-8 emerged victorious, continuing their winning streak into the second round. Surprisingly, none of the top four teams, which had received first-round byes, advanced to the final four, showcasing the unpredictability of the playoffs.
The upcoming semifinals are set to feature No. 6 Penn State facing off against No. 7 Notre Dame in the Orange Bowl, while No. 5 Texas will take on No. 8 Ohio State in the Cotton Bowl. The underdog, Ohio State, is now the favorite to win it all, with odds of 11-10 according to the BetMGM Sportsbook.
