Best Bets for the College Football National Championship Game between Ohio State and Notre Dame on January 20th

• The College Football season culminates tonight with a matchup between Ohio State and Notre Dame
• This is by far the biggest game of the season, so we need to have action on this thing
• Check out my CFP National Championship picks & favorite two bets in the article below

We made it. It feels like years ago that the college football season started, but we battled through and hopefully stuffed some cash in our pockets along the way. If that didn’t happen, we have one last chance tonight to turn it all around.

The National Title Game is one game that I believe every American should have at least two bets on. A lot of people say there should be more bets, but we need to start somewhere. Two is a very reasonable place to start, and I’m nothing if not reasonable. Lucky for us, if you don’t know what to bet, you can just tail my two bets because I’ve found two of the greatest bets anyone has ever seen. Keep reading, and I’ll tell you all about them.

CFP National Championship Odds

All odds as of Jan. 20 from FanDuel. Claim the FanDuel promo code to sign up and tail our picks. 

Will Howard Will Get Loose

When we’re looking for bets on any National Title Game, the first place we need to look is the quarterback spot. Obviously, both of these teams have a guy slinging it since they’re in the Natty. But we can’t just bet on both quarterbacks.

We need to pick one, and the one I decided to go with is getting all the love right now.

Will Howard has handled this season so well, and @Jbooty88 is giving the QB his flowers. 🗣️#B1GFootball x @OhioStateFB pic.twitter.com/uNaXMhOWiZ

— Big Ten Football (@B1Gfootball) January 19, 2025

Let’s get some honesty out of the way real fast. I wasn’t the biggest Will Howard guy at first. I want guys to prove to me that they belong in my personal Circle of Trust, and frankly, he didn’t do that early on this season. But, I believe in giving guys as many chances as they need, and Will has taken advantage of those chances.

Go back and look at this kid’s game logs. When the lights are the brightest, he turns up. Against Texas, he went for 289 yards. When he saw Oregon, he dropped 319 and against Tennessee, he went for 311. At the end of the day, he’s battle-tested. We’ve all seen what he can do at this point.

Now I get Notre Dame has held guys in check, but our guy Will might not be a guy that can be held down. He’s got an absolute cannon for an arm, and he’s got weapons that simply can’t be covered. It would be irresponsible for us not to bet Will the Thrill to throw for at least 250 yards tonight. Feels right.

• The Pick: Will Howard 250+ Passing Yards (+104) – FanDuel

Notre Dame Will Not Back Down

Just because we like the Ohio State quarterback to throw for at least 250 yards doesn’t mean we’re out on Notre Dame. Not even close. On top of being a storied program, they’ve got great helmets and absolute tanks in the backfield.

On top of that, they most likely have God on their side after Shane Gillis’s prayer.

Answer Shane’s Prayer. Go Irish ☘️ pic.twitter.com/jyJfCwxpyJ

— Under Armour (@UnderArmour) January 18, 2025

It’s tough for me to bet on teams like Notre Dame because of the way they play. I’m a “throw the ball every play” guy, and they’re a bunch of “run it down your throat” guys. Our kinds don’t mix, but that doesn’t mean I don’t respect them.

The thing is, we can still bet on these “run it down your throat” teams. We just have to get creative. Lucky for us, FanDuel gave us a 30% profit boost on this thing, so we can just hit the Team Total section. Why? Because we know for a fact that Notre Dame is scoring at least 20 points tonight.

Over their last 13 games, the Fighting Irish have dropped 20+ in every single game. Given that we think Ohio State should move the ball on them, we should also think Notre Dame is a little aggressive on offense. They’ll have to do something when Ohio State hangs a few points. At the end of the day, we’re only asking for 20 here. Feels easy.

• • The Pick: Notre Dame Team Total Over (+133) – FanDuel * With Boost
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The College Football National Championship Game between Ohio State and Notre Dame is set to be an exciting matchup between two powerhouse programs. Both teams have had successful seasons and are looking to cap it off with a national championship.

Ohio State comes into the game as the favorite, boasting a high-powered offense led by quarterback C.J. Stroud and a stout defense that has been dominant all season. The Buckeyes have been explosive on offense, averaging over 40 points per game, and have the ability to score quickly and often. Their defense has been equally impressive, holding opponents to just 17 points per game and creating turnovers at a high rate.

Notre Dame, on the other hand, has had a solid season as well, with their only loss coming to Cincinnati early in the year. The Fighting Irish have relied on a balanced offensive attack led by quarterback Jack Coan and running back Kyren Williams. Their defense has been solid as well, allowing just 20 points per game and creating turnovers at key moments.

When it comes to predicting the outcome of this game, it’s important to consider the strengths and weaknesses of each team. Ohio State’s high-powered offense could prove to be too much for Notre Dame’s defense to handle, especially if the Buckeyes are able to establish the run early on. However, Notre Dame’s balanced offensive attack could keep them in the game if they can control the clock and limit turnovers.

Ultimately, this game is likely to come down to which team can execute their game plan more effectively and make key plays when it matters most. Ohio State has the edge in terms of talent and experience, but Notre Dame has proven to be a resilient team all season long.

In the end, it’s anyone’s guess as to who will come out on top in this highly anticipated matchup. Fans can expect a competitive and entertaining game between two of college football’s top programs. Regardless of the outcome, both Ohio State and Notre Dame have had successful seasons and should be proud of their accomplishments leading up to this point.