Notre Dame's Anthonie Knapp Ruled Out for CFP Championship Against Ohio State

The Fighting Irish face significant lineup adjustments as injuries test their depth ahead of the Jan. 20 title game in Atlanta.

Notre Dame starting left tackle Anthonie Knapp will miss the College Football Playoff National Championship due to a high ankle sprain sustained in the Orange Bowl win over Penn State.
Coach Marcus Freeman confirmed that right guard Rocco Spindler, who also suffered an ankle injury, will attempt to practice this week to determine his availability.
Running back Jeremiyah Love, who has rushed for over 1,100 yards this season, is expected to be fully healthy, while wide receiver Beaux Collins continues to recover from a calf strain.
Ohio State's cornerback Denzel Burke, sidelined in part of the Cotton Bowl due to an upper extremity issue, has been cleared to play in the championship game.
Both teams are vying for historic titles, with Notre Dame seeking its first since 1988 and Ohio State aiming for its first since 2014.