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Notre Dame Advances to Sugar Bowl; Penn State Dominates SMU in CFP
Notre Dame secures playoff win; Penn State thrashes SMU, advancing to face Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl.
USA TODAYPenn State dominates SMU with defense in College Football Playoff to reach Fiesta Bowl quarterfinal
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Associated PressPenn State opens the College Football Playoff by steamrolling mistake-prone SMU in 38-10 rout
NewsweekCollege Football Playoff: Penn State Shuts Down SMU, Will Face Boise State
NewsweekPenn State vs SMU Expert Predictions For College Football Playoff
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The College Football Playoff continues with Notre Dame beating Indiana 27-17 and Penn State overpowering SMU 38-10, advancing both teams to next stage contests. Notre Dame's Jeremiyah Love starred with a 98-yard touchdown run, earning a Sugar Bowl spot against Georgia. Penn State’s performance featured two defensive touchdowns and strong running, sealing a quarterfinal matchup against Boise State in the Fiesta Bowl. The results sparked controversy over playoff selections, as teams like Alabama and Miami were overlooked for playoff berths despite strong seasons.
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