Ohio State Buckeyes may have the most NIL funds, but the discussion undermines coaching and player efforts in winning the college football playoffs.

Here's a look at how many national championships Ohio State football has won heading into the Buckeyes' CFP title game matchup with Notre Dame:

After the loss to Michigan, Ohio State reeled off four straight wins and won a national title in Ryan Day's sixth season. It was a remarkable end to a rollercoaster season.

Ohio State's athletic department redefined the meaning of going all in and then some to win a national title. It better have been worth it.