The road to the national championship begins Friday night with an exciting first-round College Football Playoff matchup betweenNo. 8 Indiana and No. 5 Notre Dame.
Kickoff is at 8 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN, and all eyes will be on these two talented teams as they reignite a rivalry that hasn’t seen action since 1991.
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How to Watch No. 8 Indiana vs No. 5 Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff:
- Date: Friday, December 20, 2024
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Channel: ABC, ESPN, ESPN Deportes
- Stream: Fubo
The Hoosiers are riding high after an impressive 11-1 season that secured them a spot in the CFP for the first time in program history. Quarterback Kurtis Rourke has been the driving force behind Indiana’s success, guiding an offense that has kept defenses on their heels all year.
Rourke’s ability to make plays with his arm and his legs has been key, and he’ll need to bring his A-game against a Notre Dame defense known for its physicality.
Can Indiana handle the playoff pressure and deliver a statement win on one of the biggest stages in college football?
Notre Dame, on the other hand, is no stranger to big-time football. Led by quarterback Riley Leonard, who has racked up 721 total yards and 14 touchdowns, the Fighting Irish enter this game with confidence and a home-field advantage that could tip the scales.
Leonard’s efficiency and ability to lead the offense have been critical to Notre Dame’s success this season. He’ll look to exploit Indiana’s defense with his quick decision-making and knack for big plays.
Can Notre Dame’s playoff experience and home crowd fuel them to victory?
Only time will tell, tune in tonight to kick off the College Football Playoff.
