For the ninth time in history, the Ohio State Buckeyes are on top. Despite Notre Dame’s efforts for a last-minute comeback, Ohio State held onto the lead and secured a 34-23 win. An opening drive touchdown and early lead gave Notre Dame fans a sense of false hope as the National Championship game quickly spiraled into a disaster for the Fighting Irish.

The No. 8 seed Ohio State Buckeyes are on top of the college football world after winning the College Football Playoff National Championship Game, 34-23, over the No. 7 seed Notre Dame Fighting Irish on Monday night.

Ohio State fans and dignitaries gathered at Ohio Stadium on Sunday to celebrate the Buckeyes' 2024 national championship run. Ohio State bested Notre Dame 34-23 in the College Football Playoff National Championship last week to win its first crown since 2014 and third since 1970.