The CFP Championship game on Monday between Michigan and Washington will determine the national champion for the 2023 college football season. Both teams have impressive undefeated records this season.
Michigan earned their spot in the playoffs by winning the Big Ten championship, where they took on the Alabama Crimson Tide. In a closely contested match, Jim Harbaugh’s team emerged victorious with a 27-20 win in overtime. The decisive moment came with a touchdown scored by running back Blake Corum. As Jim Harbaugh leads the Wolverines into the championship game, the question arises: can he secure his first national title as the head coach of Michigan?
On the other side, the Washington Huskies, led by second-year coach Kalen DeBoer, have had a remarkable season. Securing the Pac-12 championship with a victory over Oregon, they advanced to the CFP Sugar Bowl semifinals against the Texas Longhorns. In a closely contested matchup, the Huskies emerged victorious with a 37-31 win, setting the stage for their pursuit of the national title. This marks a significant opportunity for Washington to claim its first national championship since 1991.
In this article, we will examine the announcers for the Michigan vs. Washington championship final.
Which network is airing the College Football Championship?
The national championship game between Michigan and Washington will be televised by ESPN. Viewers with cable or satellite TV subscriptions that include ESPN will be able to watch the game on television.
Additionally, for those who prefer online streaming, the live stream of the game will be available on various platforms, such as Sling TV, Fubo TV, and others.
Who is calling the national championship game on ESPN today?
The broadcasting team from ESPN for the Michigan vs. Washington showdown consists of Chris Fowler, Kirk Herbstreit, Holly Rowe, Molly McGrath, and Bill Lemonnier.
Chris Fowler will take on the role of play-by-play commentator, with Kirk Herbstreit providing analysis. Bill Lemonnier will serve as the rules analyst for the CFP championship game. Molly McGrath and Holly Rowe will be on-site at NRG Stadium, fulfilling their roles as sideline reporters.
Why is the national championship game on ESPN?
The national championship game is scheduled to be aired on ESPN due to the rights agreement between the College Football Playoffs and ESPN. According to this agreement, ESPN holds the primary broadcasting rights for the playoffs, leading to the championship being featured on their channel.
Despite both ESPN and ABC being subsidiaries of the same parent company, Disney, all sports coverage for the network was consolidated under ESPN in 2006. Additionally, the decision to broadcast the CFP Championship game on ESPN is considered a financially advantageous choice for the company.
What to expect in the Michigan vs Washington CFP Championship game today?
The upcoming Michigan vs. Washington showdown will showcase a face-off between two undefeated teams this season. The game will particularly highlight the clash between quarterbacks JJ McCarthy and Michael Penix Jr., both of whom are regarded as top-class talents in college football.
Adding to the intrigue, both teams last clinched a national championship in the 1990s, setting the stage for one of them to break their lengthy championship drought. The anticipated CFP championship game will be a compelling test to determine whether Jim Harbaugh or Kalen DeBoer will emerge victorious in this highly awaited matchup.
Top players not playing in the National Championship today
Michigan Wolverines
- CJ Stokes, RB
- Leon Franklin, RB
- Zac Zinter, OL
- Karmello English, WR
- Logan Forbes, WR
Washington Huskies
- Vincent Nunley, S
- James Smith, CB
- Dylan Morris, QB
- Cameron Davis, QB
- Gaard Memelaar, OL
- Giles Jackson, WR
