Penn State tight end Tyler Warren made history during the Orange Bowl, becoming just the fourth tight end with at least 100 receptions in FBS history. Warren had two catches in the first half for 17 yards in the opening half against Notre Dame to reach the mark.

The first half of the Orange Bowl played out as expected between the No. 7 Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the No. 6 Penn State Nittany Lions, with both teams relying heavily on their stout defenses and ability to run the football.

Indiana quarterback Kurtis Rourke had an elite season, but struggled mightily against the Notre Dame pass rush (and coverage) until the Irish played soft with a 24-point lead. Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton, making his first career start, played about the same, the Irish constantly harassing and limiting in his impact.