The 2025-26 college football bowl season is set to kick off on December 13 and will wrap up with the College Football Playoff title game on January 19. Let’s dive into the bowl schedule and some interesting insights around the games!
Here’s a quick overview of the schedule:
Upcoming Bowl Games
Monday, Dec. 29
Birmingham Bowl
Tuesday, Dec. 30
Independence Bowl: Coastal Carolina vs. Louisiana Tech at 2 p.m. on ESPN in Shreveport, LA.
Music City Bowl: Tennessee vs. Illinois at 5:30 p.m. on ESPN in Nashville, TN.
Alamo Bowl: No. 16 USC vs. TCU at 9 p.m. on ESPN in San Antonio, TX.
Wednesday, Dec. 31
ReliaQuest Bowl: No. 23 Iowa vs. No. 14 Vanderbilt at 12 p.m. on ESPN in Tampa, FL.
Sun Bowl: Arizona State vs. Duke at 2 p.m. on CBS in El Paso, TX.
Citrus Bowl: No. 13 Texas vs. No. 18 Michigan at 3 p.m. on ABC in Orlando, FL.
Las Vegas Bowl: Nebraska vs. No. 15 Utah at 3:30 p.m. on ESPN in Las Vegas, NV.
College Football Playoff Quarterfinal: No. 2 Ohio State vs. No. 10 Miami (Fla.) at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN in Arlington, TX.
Thursday, Jan. 1
College Football Playoff Quarterfinal: No. 4 Texas Tech vs. No. 5 Oregon at 12 p.m. on ESPN in Miami Gardens, FL.
College Football Playoff Quarterfinal: No. 1 Indiana vs. No. 9 Alabama at 4 p.m. on ESPN in Pasadena, CA.
College Football Playoff Quarterfinal: No. 3 Georgia vs. No. 6 Ole Miss at 8 p.m. on ESPN in New Orleans, LA.
Friday, Jan. 2
Armed Forces Bowl: Texas State vs. Rice at 1 p.m. on ESPN in Fort Worth, TX.
Liberty Bowl: Navy vs. Cincinnati at 4:30 p.m. on ESPN in Memphis, TN.
Duke’s Mayo Bowl: Mississippi State vs. Wake Forest at 8 p.m. on ESPN in Charlotte, NC.
Holiday Bowl: No. 17 Arizona vs. SMU at 8 p.m. on FOX in San Diego, CA.
Thursday, Jan. 8
College Football Playoff Semifinal at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN in Glendale, AZ.
Friday, Jan. 9
College Football Playoff Semifinal at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN in Atlanta, GA.
Monday, Jan. 19
College Football Playoff National Championship Game at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN in Miami, FL.
Insights and Trends
The college football landscape is evolving. According to a recent survey by the NCAA, nearly 75% of fans believe that bowl games are crucial for a college team’s success. Even beyond the titles, these games showcase up-and-coming talent and boost school pride.
Additionally, social media reactions surrounding bowl games have been vibrant. Twitter hashtags like #BowlSeason and #CFBPlayoff often trend, showing how much enthusiasm exists among fans. This year, many are talking about the potential for upsets, especially in the playoff games, opening discussions on college football forums and across platforms like TikTok.
Lastly, historians note the significance of bowl games in shaping team legacies. Teams that perform well during bowl season often see a boost in recruitment, further enhancing their programs for years to come.
Bowl season is not just about the games; it’s a time for teams to shine, fans to celebrate, and the future of college football to unfold. Enjoy the games!
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