It’s  Ashton Jeanty vs. Drew Allar! The College Football Playoff is heating up, and on New Year’s Eve, we have an exciting matchup as the Boise State Broncos take on the Penn State Nittany Lions in the Fiesta Bowl. This is a big moment for both teams, especially for Spencer Danielson and Boise State, making their first appearance in the playoffs. It’s all to play for. A chance to advance in the college football playoffs, and more importantly, an opportunity to prove that their impressive regular season performances were not a fluke. The game kicks off on December 31 at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. What a way for us to end the year. But who will be calling the action?

Bob Wischusen will handle the play-by-play duties for ESPN. He’s a well-known sports commentator who has been with ESPN for years, covering college football, basketball, and even hockey. He is known for bringing games to life with his energetic commentary.

He will be joined by Louis Riddick, a former NFL safety and current football analyst. Riddick brings a wealth of experience and insight to the broadcast; having played in the league and now offering expert analysis on college football, his insights are very crucial. Lastly, the sidelines will be handled by Kris Budden, who will keep fans updated on all the action happening off the field and provide insights into player conditions and strategies.

Well, both teams are entering the game with impressive records—Penn State is 7-0 in Fiesta Bowl history, while Boise State is 3-0. A victory is a must for both teams, and the winner will advance to the semifinals of the first-ever 12-team college football playoff. Are you ready for a thrilling matchup?

Who is winning, Drew Allar or Ashton Jeanty?

As the Fiesta Bowl approaches, all eyes will be on two key players, Drew Allar and Ashton Jeanty. The Broncos’ star running back is set to shine in this game. He’s currently the nation’s leading rusher with 2,497 yards and an impressive 192 yards per game. The Heisman contender managed to shine throughout the season and managed to be in the headlines.

Now the question is, will Jeanty display an impressive performance, lead his team and break Barry Sanders’ record for the most rushing yards in a single season in FBS history? He just needs just 132 more yards. But it is not going to be that easy. Jeanty will face a tough run defense that ranks fifth overall, allowing only 100 rushing yards per game.

On the other hand, quarterback Drew Allar is a player to look after. Allar had a standout season in 2024. He successfully led the team with a remarkable 69.1% completion percentage, which is the best for a single season in Penn State history. Not just that, the quarterback also ranked second in passing efficiency with a solid score of 161.2. His memorable performance came against Purdue, where he completed an astounding 17 of 19 passes for 247 yards. 2024 was the best season for Allar and Jeanty, but who will make it more special with a victory in the Fiesta Bowl?