Who Will Play in the 2021 National Championship Game?
The 2021 college football national championship will determine the winner of the national championship for the 2021 FBS season. The two teams that will compete for the title are yet to be determined. Here are the potential contenders:
Potential Contenders
- Clemson Tigers: The Tigers have had an impressive regular season record, finishing with a 10-1 record. They are the only team in the ACC that is ranked in the top 10, and they have a strong chance to compete in the national championship.
- Alabama Crimson Tide: Alabama is undefeated in the regular season, finishing with a perfect 13-0 record. This is the first time this kind of success has been accomplished since 2009. Their Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback, Mac Jones, has been a major contributor to their success.
- Ohio State Buckeyes: The Buckeyes finished the season with a 7-1 record, with their only loss being against Indiana. They have an impressive offense and their defense was able to hold off their opponents during the season. They are a strong contender for the championship.
- Notre Dame Fighting Irish: The Fighting Irish finished the season with a 10-1 record and lost to Clemson in the ACC Championship Game. They have had a successful season and have been in the College Football Playoff conversation throughout the year.
- Oklahoma Sooners: The Sooners finished the regular season with a 9-2 record and they have also put together a strong offense throughout the year. Their two losses were close games and they have a chance to compete for the national championship.
The 2021 College Football Playoff will be held on January 11th and the national championship game will be held on January 18th. The two teams that will compete in the championship game will determined by the College Football Playoff Committee. The current College Football Playoff ranking lists Clemson and Alabama as the top two teams, but this could change in the next few weeks.
It’s anyone’s guess who will play in the 2021 national championship game, but these five teams have a good chance at making it. We’ll know soon enough who will be competing for the national title.
