November 2, 2024

Report: COVID-19 Issues at Ohio State Threaten CFP Title Game


According to multiple reports, the College Football Playoff National Championship’s original scheduled date for Jan. 11 is in jeopardy due to COVID-19 concerns at Ohio State. According to a report by AL.com’s John Talty and Matt Zenitz, sources have reported COVID-19 issues among players that could potentially result in a rescheduling of the CFP title game. The university has informed key parties involved along with the CFP, the Big Ten and the SEC. However, according to Pete Thamel of Yahoo Sports, Ohio State is still planning on playing in the game as originally scheduled. Thamel later doubled down on his report with a statement issued by Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith: The Buckeyes practiced on both Sunday and Monday and are also holding a practice on Tuesday. As of Tuesday afternoon, Ohio State’s practice is still on track to take place as originally scheduled. If the game were to…

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