In a significant shift from past championships, the 2023 College Football Playoff final features Notre Dame and Ohio State, symbolizing a break from SEC dominance—marking two consecutive title games without an SEC team, a rare occurrence since 2005.
As Ohio State faces off against Notre Dame, the matchup of the seventh and eighth seeds underscores that both teams have extensive, competitive histories, further amplifying the stakes in their ninth meeting.
Marcus Freeman, Notre Dame’s head coach, has the opportunity to carve his name in history as the first Black head coach to win a major college football championship, reflecting broader progress in diversity in collegiate sports.
Ohio State coach Ryan Day is on the verge of solidifying his legacy; a championship win would deliver Ohio State's first national title since 2014, especially poignant following last season’s stunning loss to Michigan.
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