The Buckeyes’ defense will be tested by the high-flying Longhorns, who are 13-2 and rank 21st in scoring. Texas lost to Georgia twice this year but bounced back to beat Clemson in the first round and Arizona State in the Peach Bowl, approaching 40 points in both victories.

Athletes in this year’s college football playoffs have made it clear that the glory of a national championship comes only second to their relationship with Jesus Christ.

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