All attention in the college football community is focused on Hard Rock Stadium as they host Monday's national championship game, marking the highlight of a unique season.
The Miami Hurricanes will host a game at their home stadium, hoping to win their first national championship since 2001. The team is quarterbacked by Georgia Bulldogs transfer Carson Beck, along with former Hurricanes player and current head coach Mario Cristobal.
The Indiana Hoosiers are striving to end the season as the most successful in their history. They achieved a major milestone with Fernando Mendoza winning the Heisman Trophy, and now they have an opportunity to win their first National Championship.
Before the Hoosier and Hurricanes clash on the field, festivities will begin ahead of kickoff.
Here's what you need to know about who's singing the national anthem before Monday's national championship.
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Who is singing the national anthem at the national championship game?
Jamal Roberts, a rising soul artist, will sing the National Anthem. Fans of American Idol may recognize Roberts as the winner of Season 23.
Following his victory, Roberts made a big impact on the music scene with his debut single "Heal," which received a Grammy nomination.
Other notable pregame performances include "America the Beautiful" by the Florida Memorial University Ambassador Chorale, South Florida's only historically Black university.
Additionally, local students Maria Pernalete and Brianna Therve will perform ASL renditions of both "The National Anthem" and "America the Beautiful."
Monday's anthem and pregame events will be broadcast in full, marking a significant day for the United States. Here's what to know about Roberts as he prepares to take the stage before kickoff.
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Who is Jamal Roberts?
Ahead of winning American Idol Season 23, Jamal Roberts from Meridian, Mississippi.
Ahead of winning American Idol, Roberts was a contestant on Sunday Best, a BET gospel music competition, where he finished in the top three.
Roberts is best known for his raw vocal talent, although he is versed across many audiences and genres. His love for music stemmed from his grandparents' encouragement to sing at church.
Outside of music, Roberts is a P.E. Teacher at an elementary school and a father of three daughters.
What time does the CFP national championship game start?
- Date: Monday, Jan. 19
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
The College Football Playoff national championship game will begin at 7:30 p.m. ET on Monday, Jan. 19.