Numbers never lie.
Well, sometimes they do, but when previewing a matchup like Ohio State vs. Notre Dame in the Fiesta Bowl, they're a pretty good indication of how the game will play out.
Both storied programs put together strong resumes this season, but just came short of the playoffs. Notre Dame missed out by a total four points, with two-point losses to Clemson and Stanford. Ohio State missed out on the party by three against Michigan State.
Now, all that's left to do this season is go out with a New Year's Six bowl victory and bragging rights over a program they hardly ever see.