Here’s the college football bowl schedule for the 2025-26 season. The excitement kicks off on Saturday, December 13, and runs all the way to the College Football Playoff title game on Monday, January 19.
This schedule will be updated as the games happen.
Bowl Game Schedule and Matchups
(all times ET)
Thursday, January 1
- College Football Playoff Quarterfinal
No. 4 Texas Tech vs. No. 5 Oregon
12 p.m. | ESPN
Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL - College Football Playoff Quarterfinal
No. 1 Indiana vs. No. 9 Alabama
4 p.m. | ESPN
Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA - College Football Playoff Quarterfinal
No. 3 Georgia vs. No. 6 Ole Miss
8 p.m. | ESPN
Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA
Friday, January 2
- Armed Forces Bowl
Texas State vs. Rice
1 p.m. | ESPN
Amon G. Carter Stadium, Fort Worth, TX - Liberty Bowl
Navy vs. Cincinnati
4:30 p.m. | ESPN
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis, TN - Duke’s Mayo Bowl
Mississippi State vs. Wake Forest
8 p.m. | ESPN
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, NC - Holiday Bowl
No. 17 Arizona vs. SMU
8 p.m. | FOX
Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, CA
Thursday, January 8
College Football Playoff Semifinal
7:30 p.m. | ESPN
State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ
Friday, January 9
College Football Playoff Semifinal
7:30 p.m. | ESPN
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA
Monday, January 19
College Football Playoff National Championship Game
7:30 p.m. | ESPN
Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, FL
Recent Bowl Game Results
The bowl season has already shown some thrilling games, with scores like South Carolina State narrowly defeating Prairie View A&M in the Celebration Bowl 40-38 and Washington dominating Boise State 38-10 in the LA Bowl.
Interestingly, college football’s popularity has soared in recent years. According to a recent survey by Sports Business Journal, viewership for bowl games has increased by 25% since 2020. Fans are more engaged than ever, driven by social media buzz and interactive platforms.
It’s also worth noting that the College Football Playoff system, introduced in 2014, has transformed the landscape of college football. This year, several teams, like Indiana and Texas Tech, are making their first appearances in the playoff structure, showcasing the sport’s growing competitiveness.
As we get closer to the championship game, fan excitement builds. Social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok are filled with spirited discussions and predictions, showing how invested fans are in the outcomes of these games. From tailgating traditions to fiercely debated rankings, the heart of college football is alive and well.
Stay tuned for updates on the scores and more thrilling matchups throughout this bowl season!
For further statistics about college football and its growth trends, you can check out resources like the NCAA’s official reports here.
