Notre Dame football then almost pulled off a comeback for the ages. Eventually, Ohio State (14-2) made enough plays to hang on for a 34-23 victory, the first CFP champion in the 12-team format era.
Michigan State 61 Florida State 67, Notre Dame 60 Kent State 70, Eastern Michigan 49 Ohio 94, Western Michigan 69 Miami (OH) 76, Central Michigan 70 UCLA ...