The college football action heats up this New Year’s Eve with a thrilling College Football Playoff quarterfinal matchup between No. 3 Boise State and No. 6 Penn State in the Fiesta Bowl. This highly anticipated game is set to kick off at 6:30 p.m. CT at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, where the victor will secure a spot in the CFP semifinals.
Penn State advanced to the quarterfinals after a decisive 38-10 victory over No. 11 SMU, marking a historic moment for the team as they reach this stage of the playoffs for the first time in their history. Meanwhile, Boise State’s standout running back, Ashton Jeanty, is just 131 rushing yards away from tying the legendary Barry Sanders’ single-season rushing record, adding an exciting personal milestone angle to the contest.
Although the spotlight is on this crucial playoff game, several other bowl games will also feature noteworthy matchups: No. 11 Alabama will face Michigan in the ReliaQuest Bowl, reminiscent of last year’s Rose Bowl, while No. 14 South Carolina takes on No. 21 Illinois in the Citrus Bowl.
For fans eager to catch all the action, the college football games will be broadcast across ABC, CBS, and ESPN, with streaming options available through the ESPN app (with a cable login) and Fubo, which offers a free trial for new subscribers.
Today’s lineup not only promises exciting competition on the field but also the chance to witness remarkable personal achievements. With a variety of games to choose from, fans are in for a treat on this festive day filled with college football.
Overall, this day represents a culmination of hard work and dedication from the teams involved, and no matter the outcomes, it celebrates the spirit of college football and its devoted fans. It’s a time for excitement, optimism, and anticipation for the future of these programs.