2025-26 College Football Bowl Game Schedule, Scores, TV Channels, Times

Schedule Overview: From December 26 to January 19

As the 2025-26 college football bowl game schedule kicks off, fans can look forward to a series of exciting matchups that span from December 26 through the College Football Playoff National Championship Game on January 19. This period includes both traditional bowl games and significant playoff contests.

Traditional Bowl Games

The first wave of games begins on December 26, with three notable matches: the Above Sports Bowl featuring Central Michigan vs. Northwestern at 1 p.m., the Rate Bowl New Mexico vs. Minnesota at 4:30 p.m., and the First Responder Bowl with FIU facing UTSA at 8 p.m.

College Football Playoff Quarterfinals

The playoff quarterfinal games are scheduled on January 2, featuring several high-profile matchups. The Armed Forces Bowl will see Texas State vs. Rice at 1 p.m., while the Liberty Bowl matches Navy against Cincinnati at 4:30 p.m. Additionally, the Duke’s Mayo Bowl will pit Mississippi State against Wake Forest at 8 p.m.

Historical Context: Past Playoff Results

The article also provides a comprehensive overview of past College Football Playoff results from its inaugural season in 2014 to the 2023 season. These historical matchups offer insight into the evolution of college football’s playoff system and highlight some of the most memorable games.

Notable Results

Some standout results include:

• In the first season, Ohio State defeated Oregon in the CFP National Championship Game with a score of 42-20.
• The 2018 season saw Clemson defeating Alabama for the CFP National Championship with a score of 44-16.

Final Thoughts: Anticipation Builds for the 2025 Season

As college football enthusiasts eagerly await the bowl games and playoff contests, this detailed schedule serves as a roadmap for fans to follow. The excitement builds with each matchup, setting the stage for what promises to be an exhilarating season culminating in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.

The full schedule is available below:

• Fri., Dec. 26: Above Sports Bowl – Central Michigan vs. Northwestern (1 p.m.)
• 4:30 p.m.: Rate Bowl New Mexico vs.

  Minnesota (Chase Field, Phoenix)

• 8 p.m.: First Responder Bowl FIU vs. UTSA (Gerald J. Ford Stadium, Dallas)
• Sat., Dec. 27: Military Bowl – Pitt vs.

  East Carolina (11 a.m.)

• Pinstripe Bowl – Clemson vs. Penn State (12 p.m.)
• Fenway Bowl – UConn vs. Army (2:15 p.m.)
• Pop-Tarts Bowl – BYU vs.

  Georgia Tech (3:30 p.m.)

• Aztec Bowl – Miami (Ohio) vs. Fresno State (4:30 p.m.)
• New Mexico Bowl – North Texas vs. San Diego State (5:45 p.m.)
• Gator Bowl – Missouri vs.

  Virginia (7:30 p.m.)

• Texas Bowl – LSU vs. Houston (9:15 p.m.)
• Fri., Dec. 29: Birmingham Bowl – Georgia Southern vs. App State (2 p.m.)
• Independence Bowl – Coastal Carolina vs.

  Louisiana Tech (2 p.m.)

• Musical City Bowl – Tennessee vs. Illinois (5:30 p.m.)
• Alamo Bowl – USC vs. TCU (9 p.m.)
• Sat., Dec. 31: ReliaQuest Bowl – Iowa vs.

  Vanderbilt (12 p.m.)

• Sun Bowl – Arizona State vs. Duke (2 p.m.)
• Citrus Bowl – Texas vs. Michigan (3 p.m.)
• Las Vegas Bowl – Nebraska vs.

  Utah (3:30 p.m.)

• Mon., Jan. 1: College Football Playoff Quarterfinals – Ohio State vs. Miami (Fla.) at 7:30 p.m.
• Fri., Jan. 2: College Football Playoff Quarterfinals – Texas Tech vs. Oregon at 12 p.m.
• Mon., Jan. 8: College Football Playoff Semifinals – 7:30 p.m.
• Tue., Jan. 9: College Football Playoff Semifinals – 7:30 p.m.
• Mon., Jan. 19: College Football Playoff National Championship Game – 7:30 p.m.

The article also includes a detailed breakdown of bowl game results from previous seasons, providing valuable historical context and insights for fans and analysts alike. As the season progresses, these games will undoubtedly shape the narrative leading up to the national championship showdown in Miami.