LOS ANGELES – One month ago, Ohio State was in an abyss. On Nov. 30, the Buckeyes suffered an inexplicable, inexcusable loss to Michigan. As angry as their fan base was, it hit the team harder.
Seeking their first national title since the 2014 season, the Buckeyes will face Notre Dame on Monday, Jan. 20. Texas, meanwhile, has lost in the CFP semifinals for the second straight season.
And Texas coach Steve Sarkisian is hoping a CFP game within the borders of the Lone Star State can give the Longhorns (12-2) a home-field advantage when they meet the Buckeyes (13-2) on Friday (6: ...