Notre Dame and Penn State Face Off in College Football Playoff Semifinal
The Orange Bowl clash will determine who advances to the national championship game on January 20.
- Notre Dame and Penn State meet Thursday night in the Orange Bowl, with the winner advancing to the College Football Playoff Championship in Atlanta.
- Notre Dame enters the semifinal after defeating Georgia 23-10 in the Sugar Bowl, a game delayed due to a New Year's Day tragedy in New Orleans.
- Penn State secured its spot with a 31-14 victory over Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl, showcasing strong defensive play against the nation's top running back.
- Both teams feature dominant rushing attacks, with Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love and Penn State's Kaytron Allen and Nick Singleton expected to play key roles.
- Key matchups include Notre Dame safety Xavier Watts against Penn State tight end Tyler Warren, and both teams' ability to convert red-zone opportunities will likely decide the game.
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