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2025-26 College Football Bowl Season Kicks Off December 13

12/12/2025

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Summary

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The 2025-26 college football bowl season begins December 13, 2025 with Boise State facing Washington.
There are 46 matchups, including the College Football Playoff games.
Notable games include BYU vs. Georgia Tech and Penn State vs. Clemson.
The model projects Houston to beat LSU in the Texas Bowl, with 80% simulations.
Texas A&M, finishing 11-1, is favored over Miami, led by strong performances from quarterbacks Marcel Reed and Carson Beck.

History

Historical Context

Established in 2014, the College Football Playoff (CFP) replaced the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) to create a four-team knockout tournament, enhancing competitive balance in NCAA Division I FBS football. This shift increased fan engagement and viewership by 30%. The CFP's evolution continues with a planned expansion to 12 teams in 2024, reshaping college football dynamics and expectations.

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Story summary

The 2025-26 college football bowl season begins December 13, 2025 with Boise State facing Washington.
There are 46 matchups, including the College Football Playoff games.
Notable games include BYU vs. Georgia Tech and Penn State vs. Clemson.
The model projects Houston to beat LSU in the Texas Bowl, with 80% simulations.
Texas A&M, finishing 11-1, is favored over Miami, led by strong performances from quarterbacks Marcel Reed and Carson Beck.

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