Stars matter. Or maybe they don't.
It's a matter of perspective for some. For others, it's the most objective lens through which to view an actual on-field matchup.
When Ohio State and Alabama square up and get after it on Monday night, they will do so with the No. 3- and No. 2-best rosters talent-wise in the nation according to the 247Sports Team Talent Composite. On that list, Alabama (with 85 players) holds a slight lead in both major categories over Ohio State (with 85 players):
Total Points Average
- Alabama: 985.