The college football season is coming to a close with the championship game set to feature two iconic teams, Ohio State and Notre Dame. This season has been unprecedented, with the first-ever 12-team playoff format extending the season to a historic January 20 finish, a week later than ever before.
Both Ohio State and Notre Dame will be playing their 16th game, a remarkable number in a sport that traditionally concluded around New Year's Day after 11 or 12 games. The expanded playoff format has allowed for unexpected contenders to emerge and provided a chance for redemption after early-season setbacks.
