The 2025-26 College Football Playoff schedule is set, with games spanning from December 19, 2025, to January 19, 2026. The bracket will be revealed on Sunday, December 7, at 12 p.m. ET, during the selection show. This marks the second year of the 12-team format for the CFP. The first round will take place on December 19-20, with the quarterfinals on December 31-January 1, the semifinals on January 8-9, and the National Championship Game on Monday, January 19, 2026, in Miami Gardens, Florida. All times are in Eastern. For live updates, visit the official CFP website.
Here's a breakdown of the schedule:
First Round (December 19-20): On-campus games
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- Saturday, December 20: 12 p.m. on ABC, ESPN, WatchESPN; 3:30 p.m. on TNT, truTV, HBO Max; 7:30 p.m. on TNT, truTV, HBO Max
Quarterfinals (December 31-January 1):
- Wednesday, December 31: Cotton Bowl (Arlington, Texas) at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN, WatchESPN
- Thursday, January 1: Orange Bowl (Miami Gardens, Fla.) at 12 p.m. on ESPN, WatchESPN; Rose Bowl (Pasadena, Calif.) at 4 p.m. on ESPN, WatchESPN; Sugar Bowl (New Orleans) at 8 p.m. on ESPN, WatchESPN
Semifinals (January 8-9):
- Thursday, January 8: Fiesta Bowl (Glendale, Ariz.) at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN, WatchESPN
- Friday, January 9: Peach Bowl (Atlanta) at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN, WatchESPN
CFP National Championship (January 19, 2026):
- Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Fla., at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN, WatchESPN
The history of the College Football Playoff National Championship Game is also provided, with past locations and winners.
Future locations for the CFP National Championship Game are announced, including Miami (2026) and Las Vegas (2027).
Additionally, the 2024-25 and 2023-24 College Football Playoff scores and results are included, showcasing the excitement and competition of the tournament.
