The second championship game of the playoff era has give up the top-seeded team against the second-seeded team.
Clemson and Alabama clearly looked like the two best teams from early November on, so it’s fitting that meet Monday night for the title.
Who wins? We asked our staffers and contributors to weigh in.
TONY BARNHART
Clemson’s offense has been an irresistible force this season, posting 10 consecutive games with 500 yards of total offense. But in Alabama’s defense, which is ranked No. 1 in total yards and scoring, the Tigers finally have met an immovable object.