Penn State tight end Tyler Warren made history during the Orange Bowl, becoming just the fourth tight end with at least 100 receptions in FBS history. Warren had two catches in the first half for 17 yards in the opening half against Notre Dame to reach the mark.

Tyler Warren's versatility and size make him a matchup nightmare. Irish coordinator Al Golden cannot let him take over.

Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke had an elite season, but struggled mightily against the Notre Dame pass rush (and coverage) until the Irish played soft with a 24-point lead. Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton, making his first career start, played about the same, the Irish constantly harassing and limiting in his impact.

A trip to the College Football Playoff title game awaits for the winner between Penn State and Notre Dame in the semifinals of the first year of the expanded 12-team format.

In the recent history of college football, the title of Tight End U has been fought over most viciously by two programs – Notre Dame and Penn

Xavier Watts and Notre Dame's fierce defense will be tasked with smothering Penn State on Thursday in the Orange Bowl, launching the College Football Playoff semifinals. The Irish are slight favorites to advance.

Penn State and Notre Dame are vying to end three decade-long national championship droughts and can move a step closer Thursday night when they collide in the Orange Bowl.

The Fighting Irish and Nittany Lions face off in the Orange Bowl with a national championship berth on the line.

Penn State will play its third College Football Playoff game when it takes on the Notre Dame Fighting Irish in the semifinals on 7:30 p.m. Thursday. The Nittany Lions and Fighting Irish will meet at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami,

With key injuries and limited prep time, Notre Dame faces a tough challenge against Penn State in their CFP showdown.