The Rice Owls are set to face off against the No. 25 Memphis Tigers this Friday at 7 p.m. ET in a highly anticipated college football matchup at Rice Stadium in Houston, Texas. Memphis, currently boasting a strong 7-1 record this season, stands out as the highest-ranked team from the Group of Five leagues, marking an important milestone for the program.
The game will be broadcast live on ESPN2, and fans can also stream it through various platforms including DIRECTV, which is offering a free trial. Other streaming options include fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling.
In the world of college football, recent updates from The Associated Press highlight that the top four seeds in the College Football Playoff (CFP) bracket have remained unchanged. Ohio State, Indiana, Texas A&M, and Alabama hold the top four positions, each securing a valuable first-round bye. However, recent shifts in the rankings saw Memphis reclaim its spot as the Group of Five representative.
As the playoff landscape evolves, the forecasted matchups for the initial round include intriguing games with Memphis facing off against Georgia, should they advance. According to the AP poll, teams like Vanderbilt, Miami, BYU, and others will be vying for a place in the coveted playoff bracket.
The implementation of the 12-team playoff format marks a significant change, with quarterfinals occurring at established bowl sites, including the Fiesta Bowl and the Peach Bowl. This year’s championship game is scheduled for January 19 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.
With the excitement of the upcoming game and the broader implications of the playoff bracket, college football fans have much to look forward to this season as teams jockey for position and playoff contention heats up. The evolving dynamics promise thrilling action both on the field and in the standings as the regular season progresses.