Now that we’ve completed a halfway dramatic set of College Football Playoff semifinals, the matchup is set for what could be a great championship game. Five quick thoughts as we embark on the very long run-up to Clemson-LSU in New Orleans:
1. The QB matchup is truly historic. LSU’s Joe Burrow may be authoring the best college season we've ever seen. Clemson’s Trevor Lawrence may be authoring the best college career we've ever seen. Which one will finally taste defeat?
Even when it no longer seems possible, Burrow keeps outdoing himself. The landslide Heisman Trophy winner dropped season-highs in yards (493), touchdown passes (seven) and efficiency rating (239.