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BYU's Playoff Dreams Dashed; Faces Georgia Tech in Bowl

12/8/2025

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Brigham Young University Cougars' College Football Playoff hopes ended after they lost to Texas Tech in the Big 12 championship and were not selected for the 12-team bracket.
The Cougars, 11-2, will play Georgia Tech, 9-3, in the Pop-Tarts Bowl on December 27.
Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King leads the Yellow Jackets in passing and rushing.
The Pop-Tarts Bowl features live mascots and a $6 million payout.

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Story summary

Brigham Young University Cougars' College Football Playoff hopes ended after they lost to Texas Tech in the Big 12 championship and were not selected for the 12-team bracket.
The Cougars, 11-2, will play Georgia Tech, 9-3, in the Pop-Tarts Bowl on December 27.
Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King leads the Yellow Jackets in passing and rushing.
The Pop-Tarts Bowl features live mascots and a $6 million payout.