Ohio State's journey in the College Football Playoff has begun. Ranked sixth in the final CFP rankings, the Buckeyes find themselves as the fourth-highest-ranked at-large team in the 12-team field. They will host the No. 9 seed Tennessee in a first-round game at Ohio Stadium.

Game Details and Televised Coverage

The game is set to kick off at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21 and will be televised by ABC and ESPN. This is a significant moment for Ohio State as they look to make their mark in the playoff.

First-Round Opponent and Potential Path to Victory

If the Buckeyes defeat Tennessee, they'll face the No. 1 seed Oregon in the quarterfinals at the Rose Bowl at 5 p.m. on New Year's Day. To achieve another national championship this year, Ohio State will need to win four playoff games. It's a challenging task, but one that the team is determined to overcome.

Previous Matchup and Records

This will be just the second meeting ever between Ohio State and Tennessee. Tennessee won the only previous matchup in the 1996 Citrus Bowl, 20-14. Both teams enter the CFP with 10-2 records, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game.

Ohio State's Playoff History and Achievements

Ohio State is making its sixth appearance in the CFP, the third-most of all schools behind Alabama (8) and Clemson (7). They won the inaugural edition of the CFP in 2014 for their most recent national championship. This experience gives them an edge as they aim to bring home another title.