In the Rose Bowl College Football Playoff semifinal, No.1 Michigan defeated No.4 Alabama 27-20 in overtime, advancing to the national championship game for the first time in their history. After falling behind 17-13 late in the fourth quarter, Michigan scored a touchdown to force overtime. They then scored on their first possession of overtime and stopped Alabama to seal the victory. Running back Blake Corum scored two touchdowns for the Wolverines, including the game-winner in overtime. Michigan will face the winner of the Sugar Bowl, between No. 2 Washington and No. 3 Texas, on Jan. 8 in Houston.