A group of Ohio State fans mistakenly traveled to Miami for the Orange Bowl, believing their team was playing there, when in fact, Ohio State was scheduled to play in the Cotton Bowl in Arlington, Texas. This confusion arose from a misinterpretation of the College Football Playoff bracket. The fans, who appeared to be students, realized their error upon arrival but chose to attend the Orange Bowl matchup between Penn State and Notre Dame instead.
Sporting News
This incident highlights the challenges some fans face in navigating the new 12-team College Football Playoff system, which has introduced additional games and venues. Ensuring clarity in bracket information and game locations is essential to prevent such misunderstandings in the future.