Oregon got off to a rough start to Friday's semifinal game when Dante Moore threw a pick-six on the first play from scrimmage. Moore responded by leading the Ducks on a game-tying touchdown drive, although he struggled with ball control later in the half.

A recent list of most valuable college athletic programs didn't give high ranks to either of the CFP finalists.

A month of high-stakes games continues this week and ends with the College Football Playoff national title game Jan. 19 in Miami Gardens, Fla.

Miami has truly earned its appearance in the national championship. No one can say otherwise — or that it's bad for the sport.