In the Trenches with Sam Mayes: The lesson was evident in the fourth quarter, when Michigan's physicality took its toll on Washington.

Michigan spent four quarters leaning on Washington, and the toll was evident in the fourth quarter. In the Trenches with Sam Mayes goes CFP Postgame to share his takeaways from the title game Monday in Houston.

Among other topics:

• Whether the Michigan sign-stealing scandal diminishes the Wolverines’ accomplishments.
• What Washington quarterback Michael Penix proved even in defeat.
• J.J. McCarthy’s imprint on the game and season.
• What college football fans missed out on in this final four.

Producer: Jacquelyn Musgrove

Creative Director: Michael Lane

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