CFP Semifinal Preview + the Messiest FCS Championship

From Split Zone Duo: College Football Podcast Richard Johnson and Alex Kirshner

Richard and Alex talk about the absurd FCS Championship that ended with Montana State claiming the national title over Illinois State. Then it’s time to preview the College Football Playoff semifinals in a lot of detail.

* 2:30 FCS Championship

* 15:42 Ole Miss vs. Miami

* 33:52 Oregon vs. Indiana

* 52:15 NFL playoff takes

Producer: Anthony Vito.

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