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CFP Semifinals Set: LSU Faces Ohio State, Georgia vs. Miami

9/22/2025

Summary

Story summary

The College Football Playoff (CFP) semifinals will see LSU face Ohio State and Georgia take on Miami in the Fiesta Bowl and Peach Bowl, respectively.
Quarterfinal matchups include Florida State against Oregon and LSU versus Penn State at the Orange Bowl and Rose Bowl.
Texas Tech will compete against Ohio State at the Sugar Bowl.
South Florida may impact the playoff race by playing LSU and Oregon.
Analysts assess playoff scenarios as teams finalize their postseason positions.

History

Historical Context

The College Football Playoff (CFP) was established in 2014, replacing the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) with a four-team playoff format. This change aimed to enhance competition among elite programs, such as Alabama and Oregon. The inaugural championship game occurred on January 12, 2015, where Ohio State defeated Oregon, marking a pivotal moment in college football's postseason evolution.

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Story summary

The College Football Playoff (CFP) semifinals will see LSU face Ohio State and Georgia take on Miami in the Fiesta Bowl and Peach Bowl, respectively.
Quarterfinal matchups include Florida State against Oregon and LSU versus Penn State at the Orange Bowl and Rose Bowl.
Texas Tech will compete against Ohio State at the Sugar Bowl.
South Florida may impact the playoff race by playing LSU and Oregon.
Analysts assess playoff scenarios as teams finalize their postseason positions.

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