Countdown to College Football Kickoff 2015, Day 1: Our picks for number one

Jan 12, 2015; Arlington, TX, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ezekiel Elliott (15) celebrates with his offensive line teammates after the win over the Oregon Ducks at AT&T Stadium. The Buckeyes defeated the Ducks 42-20. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Joey Ciccarello – Staff Writer

Joey is a Big 12 specialist for Saturday Blitz, as well as doing some overall coverage for us. Like many, he’s favoring the Buckeyes, and certainly has his pick from the Big 12 in the final four. Follow Joey on Twitter at @JoeyChick03

Four Playoff Teams: Ohio State, TCU, Auburn, USC
National Championship Game: Ohio State vs. Auburn
National Champion: Ohio State

"“Why Ohio State? In one sentence: they’re simply better than everyone else. Either Cardale Jones or J.T. Barrett will have a slew of weapons to work with, and the defense touts studs like Joey Bosa and Darron Lee. Sure, they’ll get every team’s best game, but  their toughest tests are at home (Michigan State and Penn State). After surviving regular season road scares from Virginia Tech and Michigan, the Buckeyes roll through another 3-0 postseason, culminating in a close win over Auburn in the National Championship.”"

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