The highly anticipated bowl season is here, beginning with the IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl on December 14 and culminating in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game on January 20. This year, a total of 82 teams will compete in at least one postseason game.
Here’s a look at some of the upcoming matchups, all times listed are in Eastern:
– No. 10 Indiana takes on No. 7 Notre Dame on December 20 at 8 p.m. ET, airing on ESPN. Notre Dame is currently favored by 8.5 points.
– No. 11 SMU faces No. 6 Penn State on December 21 at noon ET on TNT, with Penn State favored by 9.5 points.
– In another December 21 game at 4 p.m. ET, No. 12 Clemson will play against No. 5 Texas, and Texas is favored by 10.5 points.
– No. 9 Tennessee goes up against No. 8 Ohio State on December 21 at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN, where Ohio State is favored by 7 points.
As bowl season approaches, the College Football Playoff bracket has been finalized, promising exciting matchups ahead.
Notable games include:
– The Fiesta Bowl, featuring No. 3 Boise State against the winner of the SMU/Penn State matchup on December 31 at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
– The Peach Bowl, showcasing No. 4 Arizona State against the winner of the Clemson/Texas game on January 1 at 1 p.m. ET on ESPN.
– The Rose Bowl will feature No. 1 Oregon against the winner of Tennessee/Ohio State on January 1 at 5 p.m. ET, also on ESPN.
– The Sugar Bowl sees No. 2 Georgia play against the Indiana/Notre Dame winner on January 1 at 8:45 p.m. ET on ESPN.
– The Orange Bowl and Cotton Bowl are scheduled for January 9 and 10, respectively, both at 7:30 p.m. ET on ESPN.
Other exciting matchups fill the schedule, leading fans through an action-packed bowl season. From local favorites to established college teams, there’s something for every football enthusiast.
This year’s bowl season not only offers thrilling athletic competition but also a celebration of college football’s vibrant community. It’s a time for fans to rally around their teams, supporting young athletes as they compete on the national stage.
In summary, as fans gear up for the bowl games, they can look forward to a mix of excitement, passion, and memorable moments that define college football. The entire month of postseason play provides an opportunity for teams to showcase their talents and for fans to indulge in the sport they love.