Devonta Smith and Mac Jones are Heisman finalists and Najee Harris is the nation's best running backs, but Alabama's defense has struggled against top offenses.
The national championship game will host approximately 16,000 fans, but Ohio State isn't selling tickets to the general public, and tickets are over $1,000 on the secondary market.
Justin Fields was at his best, Trey Sermon stayed hot, Ohio State won both lines of scrimmage, the defense did good enough and the Buckeyes didn't give away points.
Texas has fired Tom Herman less than a month after announcing he would return, reportedly replacing him with Alabama offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian
Justin Fields threw for 385 yards and tied Ohio State's single-game record with six passing TDs, even after suffering an injury, to lead the Buckeyes to a CFP win over Clemson.
Trey Sermon has another huge game, Chris Olave gets his redemption, the tight ends catch three touchdowns and the defense steps up after a shaky start against Clemson.
Our jam-packed photo gallery highlights Justin Fields' star performance, Trey Sermon's rushing and the Buckeyes' celebration in advancing to the national championship game.
Despite the lopsided loss, Dabo Swinney doubled down on ranking Ohio State No. 11, saying "I don't regret any of that. Polls have nothing to do with motivation."
