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The 2025-2026 college football bowl season is set to be an exciting one, with the College Football Playoff (CFP) expanding to 12 teams. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the bowl schedule, CFP predictions, and key dates to mark on your calendar. Get ready for thrilling matchups and postseason action!
Key Insights
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The College Football Playoff Selection Show will air on Sunday, Dec. 7, announcing the full CFP bracket and major bowl game matchups.
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The CFP will expand to include first-round games hosted by better-seeded schools on December 19 and 20.
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Quarterfinal games are scheduled for December 31 and January 1, while Semifinals will be played on January 8 and 9.
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The CFP National Championship Game is set for January 19 in Miami Gardens.
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Vanderbilt is expected to be a prime pick for SEC-related bowl games such as the Citrus, ReliaQuest, and Gator Bowl.
In-Depth Analysis
The college football bowl season is a highly anticipated event, and this year promises even more excitement with the expanded College Football Playoff format.
College Football Playoff Schedule
The CFP schedule includes first-round games, quarterfinal matchups, semifinal games, and the national championship.
First Round (December 19-20)
Better-seeded schools will host the first-round games. Times are in Central Time (CT).
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Friday, December 19: 7 p.m. CT on ABC
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Saturday, December 20: 11 a.m. CT on ABC, 3 p.m. CT on TNT, 7 p.m. CT on TNT
Quarterfinals (December 31 - January 1)
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Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic (Arlington, Texas): December 31, 6:30 p.m. CT, ESPN
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Capital One Orange Bowl (Miami Gardens): January 1, 11 a.m. CT, ESPN
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Rose Bowl Game (Pasadena, California): January 1, 3 p.m. CT, ESPN
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Allstate Sugar Bowl (New Orleans): January 1, 7 p.m. CT, ESPN
Semifinals (January 8-9)
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VRBO Fiesta Bowl (Glendale, Arizona): January 8, 6:30 p.m. CT, ESPN
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Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl (Atlanta): January 9, 6:30 p.m. CT, ESPN
National Championship (January 19)
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CFP National Championship (Miami Gardens): January 19, 6:30 p.m. on ESPN
Key Bowl Matchups
Several bowl games are scheduled throughout December and January, featuring teams from various conferences. Here are a few notable matchups:
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Celebration Bowl (Dec. 13, Atlanta):: SWAC Champion vs. South Carolina State, 11 a.m. CT, ABC
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LA Bowl (Dec. 13, Inglewood, CA):: Pac-12 vs. Mountain West, 7 p.m. CT, ESPN
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Citrus Bowl (Dec. 31, Orlando):: SEC vs. Big Ten, 2 p.m. CT, ABC
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Sun Bowl (Dec. 31, El Paso):: ACC vs. Pac-12, 1 p.m. CT, CBS
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FAQs
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Q: When will college bowl games be announced?
All college bowl games, including CFP matchups, will be announced on Sunday, Dec. 7.
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Q: What time is the College Football Playoff Selection Show?
The CFP rankings selection show is scheduled to air from 12-3 p.m. ET on Dec. 7.
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Q: Where can I watch the CFP Selection Show?
You can watch or stream the College Football Playoff selection show on ESPN.
Key Takeaways
The 2025-2026 college football bowl season is packed with exciting matchups and a new CFP format. Key takeaways include knowing when and where to watch the games, understanding the CFP schedule, and keeping an eye on potential upsets. Stay tuned for the official announcements on December 7 to finalize your viewing plans!
Discussion
Which teams do you think will make it to the College Football Playoff? Share your predictions and discuss your favorite bowl game matchups! Share this article with others who need to stay ahead of this trend!
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