The Exciting Journey of College Football: 2025-26 Bowl Schedule
As the 2025-26 college football season heats up, fans eagerly anticipate the culmination of their teams’ efforts through the bowl games. Kicking off on Saturday, December 13, the action promises to be electrifying, leading to the College Football Playoff title game on January 19, 2026. This article will serve as your go-to resource for the complete bowl schedule, keeping you up-to-date with game scores, matchups, and television channels.
Bowl Game Schedule for 2025-26
The bowl season is a cherished tradition in college football that offers an exciting platform for teams to showcase their skills in a postseason environment. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the schedule, complete with important details for each game.
Saturday, December 20
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College Football Playoff First Round
- No. 10 Miami (Fla.) 10, No. 7 Texas A&M 3
- Venue: Kyle Field, College Station, Texas
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College Football Playoff First Round
- No. 6 Ole Miss 41, No. 20 Tulane 10
- Venue: Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, Oxford, Mississippi
- College Football Playoff First Round
- No. 5 Oregon 51, No. 24 James Madison 34
- Venue: Autzen Stadium, Eugene, Oregon
The action kicks off with nail-biting playoff matches, setting the tone for the thrilling postseason ahead.
Monday, December 22
- Famous Idaho Potato Bowl
- Washington State vs. Utah State
- Time: 2 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Albertsons Stadium, Boise, Idaho
This bowl is known for its unique gifts of potatoes, making it a quirky favorite among fans.
Tuesday, December 23
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Boca Raton Bowl
- No details available yet.
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New Orleans Bowl
- Western Kentucky vs. Southern Miss
- Time: 5:30 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, Louisiana
- Frisco Bowl
- UNLV vs. Ohio
- Time: 9 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Ford Center at The Star, Frisco, Texas
Wednesday, December 24
- Hawai’i Bowl
- California vs. Hawai’i
- Time: 8 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex, Honolulu, Hawai’i
This bowl provides a beautiful backdrop, as teams vie for victory in the tropical setting of Hawai’i.
Friday, December 26
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GameAbove Sports Bowl
- Central Michigan vs. Northwestern
- Time: 1 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Ford Field, Detroit, Michigan
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Rate Bowl
- New Mexico vs. Minnesota
- Time: 4:30 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Chase Field, Phoenix, Arizona
- First Responder Bowl
- FIU vs. UTSA
- Time: 8 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Gerald J. Ford Stadium, Dallas, Texas
Saturday, December 27
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Military Bowl
- Pitt vs. East Carolina
- Time: 11 a.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis, Maryland
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Pinstripe Bowl
- Clemson vs. Penn State
- Time: 12 p.m. | Network: ABC
- Venue: Yankee Stadium, Bronx, New York
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Fenway Bowl
- UConn vs. Army
- Time: 2:15 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Fenway Park, Boston, Massachusetts
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Pop-Tarts Bowl
- No. 12 BYU vs. No. 22 Georgia Tech
- Time: 3:30 p.m. | Network: ABC
- Venue: Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Florida
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New Mexico Bowl
- No. 25 North Texas vs. San Diego State
- Time: 5:45 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: University Stadium, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Gator Bowl
- Missouri vs. No. 19 Virginia
- Time: 7:30 p.m. | Network: ABC
- Venue: EverBank Stadium, Jacksonville, Florida
- Texas Bowl
- LSU vs. No. 21 Houston
- Time: 9:15 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas
As the holiday season continues, fans can enjoy a diverse lineup of bowl games culminating in memorable matchups.
Monday, December 29
- Birmingham Bowl
- No details available yet.
Tuesday, December 30
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Independence Bowl
- Coastal Carolina vs. Louisiana Tech
- Time: 2 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Independence Stadium, Shreveport, Louisiana
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Music City Bowl
- Tennessee vs. Illinois
- Time: 5:30 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Nissan Stadium, Nashville, Tennessee
- Alamo Bowl
- No. 16 USC vs. TCU
- Time: 9 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas
Wednesday, December 31
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ReliaQuest Bowl
- No. 23 Iowa vs. No. 14 Vanderbilt
- Time: 12 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Florida
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Sun Bowl
- Arizona State vs. Duke
- Time: 2 p.m. | Network: CBS
- Venue: Sun Bowl, El Paso, Texas
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Citrus Bowl
- No. 13 Texas vs. No. 18 Michigan
- Time: 3 p.m. | Network: ABC
- Venue: Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Florida
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Las Vegas Bowl
- Nebraska vs. No. 15 Utah
- Time: 3:30 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, Nevada
- College Football Playoff Quarterfinals
- No. 2 Ohio State vs. No. 10 Miami (Fla.)
- Time: 7:30 p.m. | Network: ESPN, WatchESPN
- Venue: AT&T Stadium (Cotton Bowl), Arlington, Texas
Thursday, January 1
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College Football Playoff Quarterfinals
- No. 4 Texas Tech vs. No. 5 Oregon
- Time: 12 p.m. | Network: ESPN, WatchESPN
- Venue: Hard Rock Stadium (Orange Bowl), Miami Gardens, Florida
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College Football Playoff Quarterfinals
- No. 1 Indiana vs. No. 9 Alabama
- Time: 4 p.m. | Network: ESPN, WatchESPN
- Venue: Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California
- College Football Playoff Quarterfinals
- No. 3 Georgia vs. No. 6 Ole Miss
- Time: 8 p.m. | Network: ESPN, WatchESPN
- Venue: Caesars Superdome (Sugar Bowl), New Orleans, Louisiana
Key Dates
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Friday, January 2
- Armed Forces Bowl
- Texas State vs. Rice
- Time: 1 p.m. | Network: ESPN
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Venue: Amon G. Carter Stadium, Fort Worth, Texas
- Liberty Bowl
- Navy vs. Cincinnati
- Time: 4:30 p.m. | Network: ESPN
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Venue: Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium, Memphis, Tennessee
- Duke’s Mayo Bowl
- Mississippi State vs. Wake Forest
- Time: 8 p.m. | Network: ESPN
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Venue: Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North Carolina
- Holiday Bowl
- No. 17 Arizona vs. SMU
- Time: 8 p.m. | Network: FOX
- Venue: Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, California
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Thursday, January 8
- College Football Playoff Semifinal
- Time: 7:30 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: State Farm Stadium (Fiesta Bowl), Glendale, Arizona
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Friday, January 9
- College Football Playoff Semifinal
- Time: 7:30 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Peach Bowl), Atlanta, Georgia
- Monday, January 19
- College Football Playoff National Championship
- Time: 7:30 p.m. | Network: ESPN
- Venue: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, Florida
Recent Results from Bowl Games
The excitement doesn’t stop at the schedule. Bowling season carries with it thrilling game results that shape the conversations among fans:
Saturday, December 13
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Celebration Bowl
- South Carolina State 40, Prairie View A&M 38
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia
- LA Bowl
- Washington 38, Boise State 10
- Venue: SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California
Tuesday, December 16
- Salute to Veterans Bowl
- Jax State 17, Troy 3
- Venue: Cramton Bowl, Montgomery, Alabama
Wednesday, December 17
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Cure Bowl
- Old Dominion 24, South Florida 10
- Venue: Camping World Stadium, Orlando, Florida
- 68 Ventures Bowl
- Delaware 20, Louisiana 13
- Venue: Hancock Whitney Stadium, Mobile, Alabama
Thursday, December 18
- Xbox Bowl
- Arkansas State 34, Missouri State 28
- Venue: Ford Center, Frisco, Texas
Friday, December 19
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Myrtle Beach Bowl
- Western Michigan 41, Kennesaw State 6
- Venue: Brooks Stadium, Conway, South Carolina
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Gasparilla Bowl
- NC State 31, Memphis 7
- Venue: Raymond James Stadium, Tampa, Florida
- College Football Playoff First Round
- No. 9 Alabama 34, No. 8 Oklahoma 24
- Venue: Memorial Stadium, Norman, Oklahoma
College football bowl season is not just about the games; it’s about the narratives, the rivalries, and the fierce competition that unfolds. Each matchup tells a story and provides an opportunity for both established teams and rising programs to leave their mark on college football history.
College Football Playoff Score History
As the season progresses, fans relish in remembering how the College Football Playoff has evolved since its inception in 2014. The rise of thrilling matchups, turning points, and surprising upsets have shaped not only the season outcomes but also the entire landscape of college football.
For those looking forward to keeping up with the latest scores and results from the 2025-26 season, this article will continuously be updated, offering you the most comprehensive coverage possible.
Stay Tuned
Return often as the bowl season unfolds! With riveting matchups, compelling narratives, and a celebration of athletic excellence, the 2025-26 college football bowl schedule promises to be a whirlwind of entertainment for fans across the nation.
