There's always a lot on the line when Ohio State and Texas take the field, and Friday evening is no exception. The (8) Buckeyes and (5) Longhorns are set to face off in the Cotton Bowl, with a trip to the College Football Playoff National Championship on the line.

The result has been magical on the offensive end of the ball and look for that to continue. There’s a lot of confidence being exuded from quarterback Will Howard and the offensive playmakers and it’s going to be hard to stop if Kelly is dialing up plays that get all of that skill in open space and over the top.

On this Friday Buckeye Talk, Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis break down Ohio State’s College Football Playoff game against Texas and make their picks. Here’s what gets discussed: What a win looks like for Ohio State or Texas;

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Andrew Caley doesn't think the Buckeyes' reign of terror continues over the Longhorns with his Texas vs Ohio State predictions at the Cotton Bowl.

The Longhorns battle the Buckeyes with a trip to the College Football Playoff National Championship on the line

Texas and Ohio State arrived for the College Football Playoff semifinal game at the Cotton Bowl before the snow expected to hit the North Texas area.

Stephen Means, Stefan Krajisnik and Andrew Gillis give their score predictions for Ohio State football's game against Texas in the Cotton Bowl.

As storm clouds gather over northern Texas ahead of the College Football Playoff semifinal between the Texas Longhorns and the Ohio State Buckeyes, all eyes are on the Cotton Bowl to see what effects

The College Football Playoff is down to four teams. Ohio State and Texas will play in one semifinal at the Cotton Bowl. A breakdown of the matchup.