Next year would've been the 97th edition and the 79th consecutive meeting (excluding the 2020 COVID year), meaning this pause will be the first since a three-year gap for World War II. The temporary (hopefully) cessation of competition between the two illustrious programs on the gridiron symbolizes the evolving nature of college football in the Playoff era. Despite a controversial exclusion this year, the Irish are guaranteed a berth in the bracket if they finish the season in the top 12 moving forward.
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Published at: 2025-12-23 20:57:35
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