The one common denominator between the Irish teams that lost to Ohio State in the past two seasons was quarterback play. It wasn't Leonard then. but it's Leonard now.

After defeating Texas in the 2025 Cotton Bowl, Ohio State advanced to the 2025 College Football Championship game vs. Notre Dame. Here's how to watch.

Today, let’s review the paths Ohio State and Notre Dame took to get to the College Football Playoff national championship, which will be Monday in Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium at 7:30 p.m. ET (watch on ESPN or Fubo, which you can try for free ). Plus, we’ll reveal your title predictions.

Both the Buckeyes and Fighting Irish elevated their programs to championship caliber with big moves in the offseason

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State is headed to the National Championship and is finally bringing out a fan-favorite jersey for its game against Notre Dame.

Ohio State in the College Football Playoff National Championship on Monday in Atlanta. The Buckeyes are seeking their first title since 2014 -- the first year of the expanded four-team CFP -- while Notre Dame is trying to snap a championship drought that dates back to 1988.

The Ohio State Buckeyes have had a fascinating 2024-25 season. Picked as one of the best teams in the country, with a roster that ranked as the most talented in the entire sport, they found themselves the object of a significant amount of criticism as the season progressed.

In a chess match between two quality staffs, these three matchups will be pivotal in deciding the winner of Ohio State vs. Notre Dame football.

There's only one game remaining in what has been the longest college football season in history, which started way back on August 24, 2024, when Georgia Tech upset then-No. 10 Florida State 24-21 in Ireland.