Witness the Intensity of College Football's Championship Weekend
Time: Noon | TV: ABC | Line: Arizona State -2.5 | Total: 49.5
In the first game of the day, Arizona State takes on Iowa State. Given the chaotic nature of the Big 12 this season, no outcome seems certain. Iowa State has found its offensive groove, but its run defense can be a weakness. Cam Skattebo and the Arizona State offense will look to take advantage of this. The first half has been a seesaw battle, with both teams trading touchdowns and field goals. Cam Skattebo has been a standout, with 140 yards and 2 touchdowns in the first half. The Sun Devils are in control at the break, but the Cyclones are still very much in the game.
After a huge first half from Cam Skattebo, the Sun Devils are leading 24-10 at halftime. Skattebo has been a force, breaking several tackles and making big plays. The Cyclones have struggled to move the ball in the second half, and the Sun Devils' defense has been solid. It will be interesting to see how the second half plays out and if Iowa State can mount a comeback.
Time: 4 p.m. | TV: ABC | Line: Texas -3 | Total: 49.5
In the second game, Georgia faces off against Texas. Georgia dominated the first meeting with a dominating performance from its defensive front, but Texas' offensive line could be thinner on Saturday. Georgia's offense also squandered some opportunities in that game. A loss for the Bulldogs would be their third of the season, but it's very hard to see them dropping out of the 12-team playoff field given their current ranking. Texas will need to play a near-perfect game to have a chance at an upset.
The game has been a back-and-forth affair so far. Texas has been able to move the ball at times, but Georgia's defense has been stout. The Bulldogs have also had their chances on offense, but have been unable to capitalize. It will be interesting to see how the second half plays out and if either team can pull away.
Time: 8 p.m. | TV: CBS | Line: Oregon -3.5 | Total: 49.5
The Big Ten title game is a play-in for the No. 1 seed in the College Football Playoff. The Ducks enter as the only undefeated team at the top level of college football, while Penn State took advantage of Ohio State's loss to Michigan to sneak into the title game and move up a spot in the CFP rankings. This game could have a big impact on the playoff picture.
The Ducks have been dominant so far, with a strong defense and a balanced offense. Penn State has been playing well too, but will need to step up their game to have a chance at an upset. It will be a battle between two very good teams, and the winner could be in a great position to make a run at the national championship.
Time: 8 p.m. | TV: ABC | Line: SMU -2.5 | Total: 55.5
The ACC title game could have the most at stake. An SMU win likely gives the conference just one team in the College Football Playoff, while a Clemson win could mean two berths for the conference. But only if the playoff committee keeps an 11-2 SMU team ahead of a 9-3 Alabama team that jumped Miami (10-2) on Tuesday in the next-to-last set of rankings. This game could be a deciding factor in the playoff picture.
SMU has been playing well all season, but Clemson is a tough opponent. The Tigers have a strong defense and a talented offense. It will be a battle between two teams that are hungry for a championship. The winner of this game could be in a great position to make a run at the national title.