The Buckeyes are the only program to appear in four of the last six CFPs, but their last national title was 10 years ago – the first season of the four-team playoff. The Longhorns’ last national

Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis discuss the difference-making factors in Ohio State football's Cotton Bowl matchup against Texas.

Here is a look at the five players to watch who will determine the outcome on Friday’s game:

There's always a lot on the line when Ohio State and Texas take the field, and Friday evening is no exception. The (8) Buckeyes and (5) Longhorns are set to face off in the Cotton Bowl, with a trip to the College Football Playoff National Championship on the line.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State and Texas meet on Friday night in Arlington in the Goodyear Cotton Bowl for a spot in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game. Here is everything you need to know before kickoff. What: No. 8 Ohio State vs. No. 5 Texas. When: Friday, 7:30 p.m. Eastern. Where: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Tex.

Here's everything you need to know for the Ohio State Buckeyes' CFP semifinals matchup against the Texas Longhorns in the Cotton Bowl.

With two CFP wins already under its belt, Texas could have somewhat of a home-field advantage for its semifinal bout.

BetMGM Sportsbook College Football Odds: Ohio State by 6. Series record: Texas leads 2-1.

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