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deskgameIn the first round of the CFP, the Fighting Irish (12-1) stifled the highest-scoring offense in the CFP field while scoring a 27-17 win over Indiana. Sack leader Rylie Mills suffered a knee injury, though, and will miss the Sugar Bowl. The defense has spurred Notre Dame’s 11-game winning streak and worked through other notable injuries to keep the team on a regular winning path. deskgameThe good news for Washington is that Philadelphia’s defense is worse than Pittsburgh’s. The Eagles have been good on defense but have played only one team (Cincinnati) with a strong offense during their win streak. deskgameThe way things stand today, Alabama and Michigan will have most of the players available that led each university to bowl eligibility. deskgameMiami’s defense had a miserable performance against Syracuse, but allowed the third-fewest passing yards per game in the ACC heading into that game. Three ‘Canes defensive linemen accounted for 5+ sacks. Miami will need to pressure Becht to slow down the Cyclones’ aerial attack.