OSU’s devastating offense ranks Top 10 on each side of the ball in success rate, EPA/play and marginal efficiency. The main areas of weakness on offense are the Ohio State O-line’s ability to handle extra rushers, ranking 78th with a 9.2% blitz down sack rate, and a somewhat elevated 10.2% blown run block rate that checks in at 94th nationally.

Notre Dame’s national championship hopes have been dealt a major blow with the loss of star left tackle Anthonie Knapp, just ahead of their highly anticipated showdown against Ohio State.

Early predictions and best bets for Ohio State versus Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff National Championship.