Bettors seeking insight into how to wager on the semifinal matchups can look at key statistics in several categories, including defense, quarterbacks and kicking. According to longtime bettor Billy Walters, these are the categories he considers when wagering on football games. Walters is author of the book “Gambler: Secrets From a Life at Risk."

The No. 7 Ohio State Buckeyes (12-2) are the favorites, but by less than a touchdown (-6), in this year’s College Football Playoff National Championship Semifinal, where they will oppose the

Texas has won the Cotton Bowl 11 times and the Rose Bowl, Orange Bowl and Sugar Bowl twice each. UT has one win in the Peach Bowl now and one in the Fiesta Bowl (2008). Texas ran out to a comfortable lead in the New Year's Day matinee before watching Cam Skattebo,