Austin – This past weekend marked the start of the much-anticipated College Football Playoff, bringing excitement and lively crowds to stadiums across the country. On Saturday, December 21, 2024, fans packed the stands at four venues to witness the first round of playoffs featuring impressive performances and thrilling moments.
In Austin, Texas, the Longhorns faced off against Clemson, and excitement filled the air as both teams battled hard. Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian couldn’t hide his joy after a 38-24 victory, celebrating with running back Quintrevion Wisner in front of an enthusiastic home crowd. “This was pretty special,” Sarkisian said, praising the new 12-team format that allowed for such a lively home playoff atmosphere.
Meanwhile, in Columbus, Ohio, the Ohio State Buckeyes took on the Tennessee Volunteers. In a strong showing, offensive lineman Donovan Jackson celebrated a touchdown that added to the decisive lead. Fans also enjoyed a spectacular drone show showcasing the playoff logo above the stadium.
Over in State College, Pennsylvania, the Penn State Nittany Lions delivered a solid performance against SMU. The standout moment came when defensive end Abdul Carter made a significant sack. After the game, quarterback Drew Allar waved to the cheering crowd, signaling that the Nittany Lions are ready for the next challenge.
On December 20, Notre Dame secured victory over Indiana with a score of 27-17 in South Bend, Indiana. There, Notre Dame players celebrated their win with the cheering crowd, marking a satisfying start to their playoff journey.
Looking ahead, the next round of playoffs will kick off on New Year’s Day. The matchups will include no. 6 Penn State taking on no. 3 Boise State, no. 5 Texas against no. 4 Arizona State, no. 8 Ohio State challenging no. 1 Oregon, and no. 7 Notre Dame facing no. 2 Georgia. Expectations are high as teams gear up for intense competition.
As the playoff continues, fans nationwide eagerly await thrilling matchups and the chance to see who will emerge as the champion.
