All four teams that had a bye in the initial round have been eliminated, heightening excitement for the **College Football Playoff semifinals**.
The match-up between **No. 6 Penn State and No. 7 Notre Dame** on January 9 is set to showcase strong defensive teams, with both teams allowing few points this season.
Key players to watch include **Penn State**'s Abdul Carter, experiencing recovery from injury, and **Notre Dame**'s Jeremiyah Love, whose availability is uncertain due to injury.
On January 10, **No. 5 Texas** faces **No. 8 Ohio State**, known for their staunch defenses, making this match another highly anticipated event.
The outcomes could lead to historic firsts, as the winning coach will become the first **Black head coach** to compete in the national championship game.