Updated: Jan. 12, 2021 at 9:11 AM

Alabama defeats Ohio State for college football championship (19 images)

Alabama Crimson Tide defeated the Ohio State Buckeyes 52-24 to win the 2021 National Championship in Miami on Monday. Here's a look at some highlights from the game.

Alabama's DeVonta Smith (R) makes a reception in front of Ohio State's Tuf Borland during a touchdown. Smith was named Offensive Player of the Game. Photo by Hans Deryk/UPI

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Football fans adhere to COVID-19 restrictions in the seating area. Photo by Hans Deryk/UPI

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The game was almost postponed due to COVID-19 issues with the Ohio State program. Photo by Hans Deryk/UPI

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Alabama's Mac Jones (R) runs past Ohio State's Taron Vincent (6) for short yardage. Jones completed 36 of 45 passes for 464 yards and five scores in the win, also setting a record for most yardage ever in the CFP finale. Photo by Hans Deryk/UPI

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