In an epic battle of the unbeatens, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Penn State Nittany Lions will square off in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Cotton Bowl in Arlington, Texas, on Saturday, December 29th. Both teams have played exceptional football all season long, and they will be looking to punch their ticket to the National Championship game.
The Fighting Irish have been one of the most impressive teams in the country all season long. They are led by a dynamic offense that is averaging over 40 points per game. Quarterback Ian Book has been a revelation, throwing for over 3,000 yards and 34 touchdowns. Running back Kyren Williams has also been a force, rushing for over 1,100 yards and 14 touchdowns.
Notre Dame’s defense has also been stout, allowing just 17.8 points per game. Defensive end Isaiah Foskey is a force off the edge, and he has recorded 9.5 sacks this season. The Irish also have a talented secondary, led by cornerback Kyle Hamilton. Hamilton is one of the best safeties in the country, and he has intercepted six passes this season.
The Nittany Lions have also had a remarkable season. After a disappointing 2020 campaign, Penn State has rebounded in a big way. They are led by a physical defense that is allowing just 16.8 points per game. Defensive tackle PJ Mustipher is a force in the middle, and he has recorded 4.5 sacks this season.
Penn State’s offense has also been impressive, averaging over 35 points per game. Quarterback Sean Clifford has been efficient, throwing for over 2,800 yards and 23 touchdowns. Running back Nick Singleton has also been a force, rushing for over 1,000 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Wide receiver Jahan Dotson is Clifford’s favorite target, and he has caught over 90 passes for over 1,200 yards and 12 touchdowns this season.
The College Football Playoff Semifinal between Notre Dame and Penn State is a matchup of two of the best teams in the country. Both teams have played exceptional football all season long, and they will be looking to punch their ticket to the National Championship game.
The game will be a battle of strength against strength. Notre Dame’s offense will be looking to exploit Penn State’s defense, while Penn State’s defense will be looking to shut down Notre Dame’s offense. The game will also be a battle of wills. Both teams have a lot of pride, and they will be looking to prove that they are the best team in the country.
The College Football Playoff Semifinal between Notre Dame and Penn State is a must-watch event. Both teams have played exceptional football all season long, and they will be looking to punch their ticket to the National Championship game. The game will be a battle of strength against strength, and it will be a battle of wills. The winner of this game will be one step closer to winning the National Championship.
The game will be televised on ESPN at 4:00 PM ET. The winner of the game will advance to the National Championship game on January 10th.
Tickets for the game are available through Ticketmaster. Prices start at $150.
Team | Record | Offensive Average | Defensive Average |
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Notre Dame | 13-0 | 40.1 points per game | 17.8 points allowed per game |
Penn State | 12-0 | 35.1 points per game | 16.8 points allowed per game |