The College Football Playoff and the FCS semifinals are both set to take place this weekend with the CFP starting on Friday, Dec. 19, and the bulk of the action taking place on Saturday, Dec. 20.

After a thrilling win over No. 7 seed Texas A&M on Dec. 20, the Hurricanes were operating a high-level across the board against the Buckeyes. Meanwhile, Ohio State's offense looked out of rhythm in its first live action since the Big Ten Championship Game on Dec. 6.

Saban, two years retired from a legendary run as head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide, joined "College GameDay" in 2024. The 74-year-old college football icon retired from coaching with seven national championships to his name, including six at Alabama and one at LSU.

Curt Cignetti's perpetual seriousness has become a big part of the Indiana coach's burgeoning lore. His ever-glowering face on the sideline has sparked countless memes and has come to personify the sharp-eyed,

Live updates, highlights and analysis as Alabama and Indiana battle in the College Football Playoff quarterfinals

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons and Mississippi State Bulldogs meet Friday in the Duke's Mayo Bowl in Charlotte, North Carolina. Kickoff is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET.