We’re only hours away from the Peach Bowl matchup between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Oregon Ducks. The winner of the semifinal matchup will qualify to play in the College Football Playoff championship final on January 19.
The Miami Hurricanes have already reached the final after defeating the Ole Miss Rebels 31-27 in their semifinal matchup. Miami will keep a close eye on tonight’s game to see which team they’ll have to play for the title 10 days later.
Similar to the last semifinal game, the Peach Bowl is also expected to be a major event with NFL veterans and stars in attendance. For such an important game, broadcaster ESPN has its all-star lineup in the broadcast crew.
Sean McDonough will be doing the play-by-play calling for the game. He will be joined by Greg McElroy as an analyst, while Molly McGrath and Katie George will serve as sideline reporters, bringing updates from the game.
The Hoosiers have remained unbeaten this season, whereas the Oregon Ducks are 13-1. But it’s not guaranteed that the team with the best record will win, as we saw the Ole Miss Rebels lose yesterday.
Interestingly, Indiana coach Curt Cignetti recently confessed that he has lost nearly 10 hours of preparation time with his team due to his involvement in the transfer portal recruiting and visits during the portal window.
Whether that will play a factor or not, we’ll know in a few hours. For now, fans can expect a legendary matchup between two of the best teams from the season as they get ready to give their 100% for a chance to play the finals.
Curt Cignetti on His Serious Attitude
Most coaches often have their game face on when they watch their teams from the sidelines. However, those coaches also have a fun side where they can be seen laughing and having a good time. The same can’t be said with certainty about Curt Cignetti.
There’s a reason why Cignetti is always serious, and he recently revealed the same during a press conference.
“There’s a lot of times I am happy. I just don’t show I’m happy,” Cignetti said. “If I’m going to ask my players to play the first game, first play to play [No.] 150 the same, regardless of competitive circumstances, then I can’t be seen on the sideline high-fiving people and celebrating, or what’s going to happen, right? What’s the effect going to be?”
For Cignetti, it’s all about doing what’s best for his team. If he has asked his players to be focused on the game, he has to match their energy, even when he’s coaching from the sidelines.
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