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2025 College Football: Major Matchups and Broadcast Plans Revealed

8/26/2025

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Summary

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NBC Sports will air over 25 college football games in 2025, including Penn State vs. Oregon on Sept. 27.
TNT Sports begins its Big 12 football coverage with Arizona vs. Hawaii on Aug. 30, featuring extensive pregame shows.
Defending champion Ohio State will play Texas in a season opener on Sept. 2, offering multiple viewing options.

History

Historical Context

The 1984 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in NCAA v. Board of Regents marked a pivotal shift in college sports, allowing universities to negotiate their own television contracts. This decision led to increased media coverage and commercialization of college football, enabling networks like NBC Sports to broadcast over 25 games, significantly boosting revenue for universities and transforming the landscape of sports media.

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Story summary

NBC Sports will air over 25 college football games in 2025, including Penn State vs. Oregon on Sept. 27.
TNT Sports begins its Big 12 football coverage with Arizona vs. Hawaii on Aug. 30, featuring extensive pregame shows.
Defending champion Ohio State will play Texas in a season opener on Sept. 2, offering multiple viewing options.

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