Ohio State's dominant Rose Bowl performance has positioned them as the clear favorite for the CFP National Championship, following their convincing 41-21 victory over Oregon.

The Buckeyes showcased their strength early, building a commanding 34-8 lead by halftime. ESPN's Win Probability Index gave Ohio State a 99.4% chance of winning when they led 31-0 in the second quarter.

This victory marks a remarkable turnaround for coach Ryan Day's team, who previously lost to Michigan in their regular season finale. Day reflected on the journey, stating, "When you surround yourself with great people, with great character, you find yourself working through difficult times."

Current Championship Odds:

• Ohio State: +120 (DraftKings, ESPN Bet)
• Ohio State: +125 (FanDuel, BetMGM)
• Ohio State: +130 (Caesars Sportsbook)
• Texas: +320
• Penn State: +500
• Georgia and Notre Dame: +700

The path to the championship continues as Ohio State faces Texas in the Cotton Bowl Classic on January 10 at AT&T Stadium, where they're favored by six or more points. Texas advanced after a double-overtime victory against Arizona State in the Peach Bowl.

The other semifinal matchup will feature Penn State against the winner of the Sugar Bowl between Georgia and Notre Dame, scheduled for January 9 in the Orange Bowl. DraftKings currently has Penn State as a one-point underdog against either potential opponent.

Related Articles

Previous Articles