deskgameAfter Kansas State won it in 2023, a life-sized Pop-Tarts mascot was lowered into a massive toaster. Then, a giant edible Pop-Tart slid out and the Wildcats celebrated the victory with a sweet treat. Words don’t do it justice, so here’s what you may have missed: deskgameSetting the tone defensively is what Michigan does. The Wolverines allow a stingy 3.4 first-quarter points per game. The Alabama offense averages 8.8 first-quarter points, including 6.6 points on the road. deskgameNotre Dame led for the entirety of the first-round matchup with Indiana and briefly trailed by a field goal in the quarterfinal against Georgia. The Fighting Irish have been in control for most of the CFP and could find themselves in an uncomfortable position if Penn State maintains an early lead. deskgameNotre Dame has the best passing defense nationally and is sixth offensively in points per drive. Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton played well in the SEC Championship game, but the Fighting Irish are a little better on both sides of the ball.
