The Marcus Freeman-led Fighting Irish have become a force to be reckoned with, boasting an impressive 14-1 record. Their road to the National Championship game included wins against Indiana, Georgia, and most recently, a nail-biter 27-24 victory over a talented Penn State Nittany Lions team.

When the 2025 College Football Playoff title game kicks off on Monday, it will feature the Big Ten’s Ohio State Buckeyes and the independent Notre Dame Fighting Irish. However, the Big Ten won’t be the only conference represented on the field at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta.