In a roller-coaster season, the Irish took a deep dive early before slowly ascending over the last four months. They entered 2024 with postseason aspirations and an intriguing roster, led by Duke transfer Riley Leonard at quarterback, an explosive running back in Jeremiyah Love and a formidable defense. It lasted two weeks.

Geoff Schwartz is back with his best bets for the CFP title game. Find out why he's backing the Ohio State offense to lift the Buckeyes to victory.

Eliminating the CFP’s rule designating the top four seeds and first-round byes to conference champions won't likely happen next year.