College Football Playoff: Kirk Herbstreit gets emotional on ESPN after Ohio State's win over Notre Dame

Kirk Herbstreit reached for a tissue and got emotional when talking about the Buckeyes' win on ESPN on Monday night.

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Ohio State wins College Football Playoff championship, beating Notre Dame 34-23

Ohio State wins College Football Playoff championship, beating Notre Dame 34-23
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College Football Playoff: Ohio State gets first national title in 10 years with 34-23 win over Notre Dame

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College Football Playoff: Bettors like Notre Dame and Ohio State in the semifinals

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College Football Playoff odds, games, lines: Ohio State, Notre Dame open as favorites in semifinal bowls

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