College Football Playoff 2025-26: 12-Team Bracket Revealed - Dates, Matchups, and More
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The College Football Playoff's 2025-26 schedule has been officially announced, marking the second year of the expanded 12-team format. The NCAA revealed the bracket and opening-round matchups on Sunday, paving the way for a thrilling postseason. Postseason play will kick off on December 19 and conclude with the national championship game on January 19, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. The first-round games, which will be played on December 19 and 20, will feature exciting matchups, including Alabama's already-secured spot, Texas A&M hosting Miami, Ole Miss facing Tulane, and Oregon taking on James Madison. Quarterfinal action will take place on December 31 and January 1 at traditional New Year's Six bowl sites, with Ohio State set to face the winner of Texas A&M-Miami in the Cotton Bowl. The semifinals will be held on January 8 and 9 at the Fiesta Bowl in Glendale, Arizona, and the Peach Bowl in Atlanta, culminating with the national championship game on January 19, 2026. As bowl season continues alongside the playoff, several first-round CFP games feature sizable point spreads, according to CBS Sports. The NCAA also confirmed future championship locations, with Miami hosting again in 2026 and Las Vegas set to host the title game in 2027 at Allegiant Stadium. With over 30 bowl games remaining on the postseason schedule, fans can expect an action-packed finish to the college football season.
