Penn State was unable to corral Oregon’s offense in the Big Ten Championship though, allowing 496 total yards while dropping a 45-37 decision to the then undefeated Ducks. The Nittany Lions eviscerated SMU in the first round of the CFP Playoff,

Notre Dame and Penn State will battle in the College Football Playoff Semifinals in this college football odds, prediction, and pick.

The Nittany Lions look for Abdul Carter to return, while the Fighting Irish have been dealing with a season of injuries.