The college football postseason is officially underway, kicking off with the IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl on December 14 and culminating in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game on January 20. A total of 82 teams will participate in various bowl games, showcasing some of the best talents in collegiate football.
Here’s a glance at some of the key upcoming matchups, all times listed are in Eastern:
– December 20:
– No. 10 Indiana vs. No. 7 Notre Dame at 8 p.m. on ESPN (Line: Notre Dame -8.5)
– December 21:
– No. 11 SMU vs. No. 6 Penn State at 12 p.m. on TNT (Line: Penn State -9.5)
– No. 12 Clemson vs. No. 5 Texas at 4 p.m. on TNT (Line: Texas -10.5)
– No. 9 Tennessee vs. No. 8 Ohio State at 8 p.m. on ESPN (Line: Ohio State -7)
The College Football Playoff bracket has been determined, leading to exciting matchups over the holiday season. Key highlights on the playoff schedule include:
– Fiesta Bowl: No. 3 Boise State vs. winner of SMU/Penn State on December 31 at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN.
– Peach Bowl: No. 4 Arizona State vs. winner of Clemson/Texas on January 1 at 1 p.m. on ESPN.
– Rose Bowl: No. 1 Oregon vs. winner of Tennessee/Ohio State on January 1 at 5 p.m. on ESPN.
– Sugar Bowl: No. 2 Georgia vs. winner of Indiana/Notre Dame on January 1 at 8:45 p.m. on ESPN.
– The Orange Bowl and Cotton Bowl will take place in early January, followed by the Championship Game on January 20.
Highlights from other bowl games include fascinating matchups such as the Cricket Celebration Bowl and notable clashes in Texas and New Orleans. Football enthusiasts can look forward to a diverse lineup, with teams showcasing their skills and competing for bowl glory.
As the bowl season begins, fans have much to anticipate, with teams seeking to close out their seasons on a high note and potentially setting the stage for future success. The joy of college football, camaraderie, and competitive spirit will shine throughout the season, promising exciting moments for players and fans alike.