Notre Dame, Orange Bowl and Penn State

Riley Leonard injury: Notre Dame QB returns to Orange Bowl, scores rushing TD after concussion evaluation
Notre Dame star quarterback Riley Leonard returned in the third quarter of the Orange Bowl on Thursday after entering concussion protocol late the first half following a big hit. Leonard's brief absence injected some uncertainty for the 7-seed Fighting Irish in their College Football Playoff semifinal battle with 6-seed Penn State.
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Orange Bowl live updates: Penn State extends lead over Notre Dame in College Football Playoff semifinal
Penn State and Notre Dame are facing off Thursday night in the Orange Bowl, the first of the College Football Playoff semifinal matchups. Follow along for live updates, highlights and analysis.
Orange Bowl predictions: Does Notre Dame or Penn State advance in College Football Playoff?
The Irish last ruled college football in 1988. The Nittany Lions won their most-recent title two years prior in 1986. Another storyline to watch is that both teams are led by Black coaches - Marcus Freeman of Notre Dame and James Franklin of Penn State.
Orange Bowl Pregame Report: Abdul Carter Injury Update, Penn State-Notre Dame Preview
Penn State meets Notre Dame tonight in the Orange Bowl for a place in the College Football Playoff national championship game.
Notre Dame vs. Penn State score: Live game updates, College Football Playoff scores, Orange Bowl coverage
No. 7 seed Notre Dame and No. 6 seed Penn State are set to revive their rivalry in the Orange Bowl on Thursday evening with a spot in the College Football Playoff National Championship on the line. This will be the first meeting between two storied programs since 2007 and just the 20th all time.
Orange Bowl live updates: Notre Dame-Penn State scores, highlights from CFP semifinal
It's time for College Football Playoff Orange Bowl semifinal. Follow along for live score and game updates between Notre Dame vs Penn State:
Notre Dame vs. Penn State score and live updates: CFP Orange Bowl tied in final minute of regulation
Follow the action live as the Fighting Irish and Nittany Lions face off in south Florida with a spot in the College Football Playoff title game on the line.
Orange Bowl Halftime Update: Penn State Leads Notre Dame; Riley Leonard Hurt
Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard left the game with an injury, while Penn State's run game is dominating.
Riley Leonard injury updates: Notre Dame QB returns to Orange Bowl vs Penn State after concussion scare
Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard was ushered off the field by officials after a possible concussion in the Orange Bowl against Penn State, but returned.
Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard suffers injury vs. Penn State in CFP Orange Bowl
Notre Dame QB Riley Leonard suffered an injury vs. Penn State in College Football Playoff semifinal at the Orange Bowl.
Penn State, Notre Dame trading 4th-quarter blows in Orange Bowl: Live Updates
The Nittany Lions and the Fighting Irish are each 9-9-1 in the all-time series. That tie will end Thursday, with a trip to the big one on the line.
Orange Bowl 2025: Where to watch Penn State vs. Notre Dame for free
Win and you’re in. No. 6 Penn State and No. 7 Notre Dame battle it out in the Orange Bowl at Hard Rock Stadium for a spot in ...