Ohio State Buckeyes

For the fifth time in six years, the Alabama Crimson Tide (12-0) are appearing in the College Football Playoff National Championship. Bama's eyes are set on their matchup with the third-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes (7-0.) Here are the four keys to success for an 18th Crimson Tide national title.

Fresh off scheduling a football series with Arizona State last month, the Alabama athletic program announced it has reached an agreement with Ohio State for a home-and-home series in 2027 and 2028. Alabama will travel to Columbus, OH in 2027 and host the Buckeyes in Tuscaloosa in 2028.