"There’s an awareness that the words you share could be used by God to shape the future of thousands of lives," Pokluda said.

The usual suspects will line up in 2025 to compete for spots in the second go-round of the 12-team College Football Playoff.

Ohio State can celebrate another title after holding off a Notre Dame comeback bid to walk away with a nailbiter of a 34-23 victory over the Fighting Irish.