There were some drastic contrasts for Ohio State after big defensive end Jack Sawyer's legend-making play in this Cotton Bowl, primarily that the Buckeyes won and now get to play for another national championship.

Ohio State is playing like every player on the roster bottled up the feeling after losing to Michigan and is uncorking it before each play.

Ohio State and (7) Notre Dame will face off for the sport's most illustrious prize. This will be Notre Dame's first shot at a national championship since 2012, while the Buckeyes are back in the national title game for the second time under coach Ryan Day.

Here's a look at the early betting odds for the College Football Playoff championship between Ohio State and Notre Dame on Jan. 20:

The matchup is set for the College Football Playoff National Championship, with Ohio State set to take on Notre Dame. Eric Edholm provides three things you need to know about the game.

The College Football Playoff championship game is set. Notre Dame and Ohio State will meet for the national title. A look at three keys to the game.

Deep in the heart of Texas, the Buckeyes had to fight, scratch and claw through enemy territory on their way to the national title game.

Grading Ryan Day and the rest of the Buckeyes after Ohio State football's College Football Playoff semifinal game vs. Texas