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CFP Semifinals Preview: Are Folks Too Bullish on Ohio State?

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New Year’s Day’s Peach Bowl brought us an all-time classic, as Arizona State’s Cam Skattebo grew his legend, helping the Sun Devils to storm back in the 4th quarter, only to fall short against Texas in double-overtime. Beyond that, there hasn’t been much drama in this inaugural twelve team College Football Playoff.

But with two compelling matchups Thursday and Friday, that may be about to change. Spencer Hall joins guest host Michele Steele to explain why Ohio State v. Texas could be more competitive than you may think, why they’re even more excited for Penn State’s showdown with Notre Dame, and how this playoff is setting the stage for every playoff to come.

Check out Spencer’s newsletter, Channel 6, and his podcast, Shutdown Fullcast. 

And don’t forget the playlist, featuring our favorite stories of 2024. 

Capital One Orange Bowl

Penn State Nittany Lions

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Thursday, Jan 9 | 7:30 ET | ESPN

Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic

Texas Longhorns

Ohio State Buckeyes

Friday, Jan 10 | 7:30 ET | ESPN

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