The CFP national championship game will air live on ESPN, with Chris Fowler (play-by-play), Kirk Herbstreit (analyst), Holly Rowe (reporter), and Molly McGrath (reporter) on the call. Cord-cutters can stream the game with Fubo, which offers a free trial.

Urban Meyer has heartfelt ties to both Ohio State and Notre Dame. The former Buckeye coach expects "an incredible game" in the CFP championship.

Russell is a player to watch in the QB battle. The incoming freshman was the second-best player in the last recruiting cycle and promises to be Alabama’s QB of the future. Time will tell if DeBoer gives Russell an opportunity in his first season.