The college football national championship game faces a potential postponement amid COVID-19 concerns at Ohio State, according to Sports Illustrated’s Ross Dellenger. Dellenger reports that “there has been discussion” about postponing the game, particularly if the Buckeyes’ COVID issues worsen. The national title battle between the Buckeyes and Alabama is currently slated to be held on Monday, Jan. 11 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. If the game is delayed, it will likely be held one week later on Jan. 18. There are concerns regarding Ohio State’s availability for the national championship, per AL.com’s John Talty and Matt Zenitz. The Buckeyes could reportedly be without a whole position group for the matchup due to COVID-19 testing and related protocols. Ohio State is continuing to prepare for a matchup on Jan. 11 despite the COVID-19 concerns, per Yahoo Sports’s Pete Thamel. University AD Gene Smith told ESPN “We intend to play on Jan.…
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