There's always a lot on the line when Ohio State and Texas take the field, and Friday evening is no exception. The (8) Buckeyes and (5) Longhorns are set to face off in the Cotton Bowl, with a trip to the College Football Playoff National Championship on the line.

The Buckeyes are the only program to appear in four of the last six CFPs, but their last national title was 10 years ago – the first season of the four-team playoff. The Longhorns’ last national

After 22 years, the Longhorns return to the Cotton Bowl for the 23rd time with a spot in the CFP national-title game on the line.