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FILE - In this Dec. 6, 2014 file photo, Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer runs onto the field with his team at the start of the Big Ten Conference championship NCAA college football game against Wisconsin, in Indianapolis. Ohio State says Urban Meyer will retire after the Rose Bowl and assistant Ryan Day will be the next head coach. After seven years and a national championship at Ohio State, the 54-year-old Meyer will formally announce his departure Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018, at a news conference. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)
Ohio State coach Urban Meyer at a glance

By The Associated Press Dec. 04, 2018 11:11 AM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 2, 2018, file photo, Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer and wide receiver Terry McLaurin, left, celebrate early after defeating Northwestern 45-24 in the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game in Indianapolis. Meyer, the highly successful coach who won three national championships and sparked controversy and criticism this season for his handling of domestic violence allegations against a now-fired assistant, will retire after the Rose Bowl, the university announced Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018.(AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
The Latest: Jags teammates salute Meyer, their former coach

Dec. 04, 2018 10:28 AM EST

FILE - This Jan. 12, 2015, file photo shows Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer and Ezekiel Elliott celebrating after the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Oregon, in Arlington, Texas. Meyer, the highly successful coach who won three national championships and sparked controversy and criticism this season for his handling of domestic violence allegations against a now-fired assistant, will retire after the Rose Bowl, the university announced Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
Ohio State coach Urban Meyer to retire after Rose Bowl

By Mitch Stacy Dec. 04, 2018 08:15 AM EST

Ohio State says coach Urban Meyer will retire after Rose Bowl

Dec. 04, 2018 07:56 AM EST
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio State says coach Urban Meyer will retire after Rose Bowl. ...

FILE - In this Sept. 22, 2018, file photo, Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) scrambles for a first down against Texas A&M during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Tagovailoa is the offensive player of the year and one of five members of the top-ranked Crimson Tide to earn first-team honors on The Associated Press All-Southeastern Conference team, announced Monday, Dec. 3, 2018. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)
Heisman 3: Tua Tagovailoa, Kyler Murray, Dwayne Haskins

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 03, 2018 07:01 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 6, 2018, file photo, Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa rolls out before throwing a touchdown pass on the first play of the game against Arkansas in the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Fayetteville, Ark. Tagovailoa is the offensive player of the year and one of five members of the top-ranked Crimson Tide to earn first-team honors on The Associated Press All-Southeastern Conference team, announced Monday, Dec. 3, 2018. Tagovailoa, one of the prime contenders for the Heisman Trophy, has thrown 37 touchdown passes with only four interceptions to rank second nationally in passing efficiency. (AP Photo/Michael Woods, File)
Tagovailoa produces everything but singular Heisman moment

By John Zenor Dec. 03, 2018 03:43 PM EST

Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer and wide receiver Terry McLaurin, left, celebrate early Sunday, Dec. 2, 2018, after defeating Northwestern 45-24 in the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Ohio State to face Washington in 105th Rose Bowl

By Greg Beacham Dec. 02, 2018 03:33 PM EST

Washington running back Myles Gaskin (9) runs against Utah defensive back Corrion Ballard (15) during the first half of the Pac-12 Conference championship NCAA college football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Friday, Nov. 30, 2018. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Rose Bowl Matchup

By The Associated Press Dec. 02, 2018 03:21 PM EST

Florida quarterback Feleipe Franks (13) gets congratulated by fans after defeating Florida State 41-14 in an NCAA college football game in Tallahassee, Fla., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. (AP Photo/Mark Wallheiser)
Michigan, Florida will meet again, this time in Peach Bowl

By Eric Olson Dec. 02, 2018 03:20 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 24, 2018, file photo, Notre Dame quarterback Ian Book throws a pass during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Southern California in Los Angeles. No. 2 Clemson plays No. 3 Notre Dame in the Cotton Bowl on Dec. 29, 2018. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)
The Latest: Familiar teams battling for CFP championship

By The Associated Press Dec. 02, 2018 12:40 PM EST

Oklahoma head coach Lincoln Riley hoists the Big 12 Conference championship trophy after beating Texas 39-27 in the Big 12 Conference championship NCAA college football game on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)
AP Top 25: Oklahoma No. 4 behind Alabama, Clemson, Irish

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 02, 2018 11:30 AM EST

Oklahoma quarterback Kyler Murray hoists the Most Outstanding Player trophy after beating Texas 39-27 in the Big 12 Conference championship NCAA college football game on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter)
Oklahoma is in: Sooners snag 4th spot in playoff semifinals

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 02, 2018 02:43 AM EST

Ohio State running back J.K. Dobbins (2) is tackled by Northwestern linebacker Blake Gallagher during the first half of the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Ohio St beats Wildcats for Big Ten crown, hopes it's enough

By Michael Marot Dec. 02, 2018 12:03 AM EST

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) celebrates his touchdown against Georgia during the second half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Saturday's best

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2018 10:12 PM EST

Clemson's Travis Etienne (9) runs for a touchdown against Pittsburgh as Trevor Lawrence (16) follows in the first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game in Charlotte, N.C., Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Clemson at Pittsburgh 12/1/2018

Dec. 01, 2018 09:16 PM EST

Northwestern quarterback Clayton Thorson warms up for the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game between Northwestern and Ohio State, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Northwestern at Ohio State 12/1/2018

Dec. 01, 2018 07:48 PM EST

Fresno State wide receiver Derrion Grim (7) is tripped up by Boise State linebacker Tyson Maeva (58) after a reception during the first half of an NCAA college football game for the Mountain West championship Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Boise, Idaho. (AP Photo/Steve Conner)
No. 1 Alabama rallies behind Hurts, tops No. 4 Georgia 35-28

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2018 05:25 PM EST

Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. (82) hits Georgia defensive back Tyson Campbell (3) in the helmet during the first half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
The Latest: Playoff hopefuls make case, selections are next

By The Associated Press Dec. 01, 2018 12:24 PM EST

Georgia running back D'Andre Swift (7) drives in for a touchdown against Alabama during the first half of an NCAA college football game for the Southeastern Conference championship Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, in Atlanta. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)
Column: Oklahoma or Georgia for CFP? Simple, who won?

By Ralph D. Russo Dec. 01, 2018 02:56 AM EST

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) throws the ball at an open practice one day before the Southeastern Conference Championship NCAA college football game against Georgia in Atlanta, Friday, Nov. 30, 2018. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)
Column: What happens if No. 1 Alabama loses to Georgia?

By Paul Newberry Nov. 30, 2018 06:39 PM EST