Texas vs. Arizona State in Playoff Quarterfinal

The 2024 College Football Playoff features matchups including No. 5 Texas facing No. 4 Arizona State in the Peach Bowl. Texas secured their spot by defeating No. 12 Clemson 38-24, with standout performances from quarterback Quinn Ewers and a robust rushing attack. Arizona State, fresh off winning the Big 12 Championship, claimed their place by winning six consecutive games after a shaky early season. Meanwhile, No. 6 Penn State faces No. 3 Boise State in the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl; offensive tackle Nolan Rucci excelled in the Nittany Lions' dominant first-round victory over SMU. Texas center Jake Majors, who suffered an injury against Clemson, is expected to play against Arizona State, aiming to break the program's start record. Both matchups highlight key players and the evolving dynamics of college football as teams adapt to injuries and strategic changes.