After a thrilling first round of the College Football Playoffs, Michigan and Washington will clash in the 2024 College Football National Championship Game.
Both teams are 14-0 after wins in the CFP. The No. 1 Michigan Wolverines edged the No. 4 Alabama Crimson Tide in overtime in the Rose Bowl, while the No. 2 Washington Huskies staved off a late comeback by the No. 3 Texas Longhorns in the Sugar Bowl.
The states are high, as neither team has won a national title since the 1990s. Michigan has nine national championship victories, while Washington has just one.
When is the College Football National Championship?
The national championship is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, Jan. 8. The game will be played at a neutral site in Texas, starting at 6:30 p.m. local time.
For fans in Washington and the Pacific Northwest, the game kicks off at 4:30 p.m. PT.
Who is Favored in the College Football National Championship?
Although they have identical records, Michigan is favored to win the game. The Wolverines have 2/1 odds on the moneyline and are favored by 4.5 points on the spread. Odds are subject to change.
The teams are comparable on offense, but Michigan has a clear defensive edge. The Wolverines have allowed the fewest points per game (10.2) in the nation, while Washington has conceded 24.1.
Where is the National Championship Game?
The national championship will take place at NRG Stadium in Houston.
NRG Stadium is home to the NFL’s Houston Texans. It opened in 2002 and has a capacity of 72,220. It is notable for being the first NFL stadium with a retractable roof.
Where Can I Stream the National Championship?
The national championship will air on ESPN at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, Jan. 8.
ESPN has the exclusive broadcast rights for the game, so to watch you will need access to a streaming service, cable or broadcast television that features ESPN broadcasting content.
Here are options to consider:
You don’t have to give up home field advantage if you want to watch the action but are traveling outside the U.S. The national championship can be watched through various TV networks and streaming platforms. One handy way to do that is by using a virtual private network (VPN). Some of the best VPN services cost less than $5 per month.
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